Bhopal to Indore: Train Travel Guide and Options

Contents

1. Bhopal to Indore by Train
2. Indore to Bhopal by Train
3. Which Station in Bhopal
4. Tips for Travelling from Bhopal to Indore
5. Timetable
6. Frequently Asked Questions
7. Sources and background

Bhopal and Indore, Madhya Pradesh's lakeside capital and its street-food city, are linked by direct trains in both daytime and overnight versions. Pick the ride that fits your day.

Bhopal to Indore by Train

The 19324 Intercity Express leaves Bhopal's Rani Kamalapati station (listed by Indian Railways as Habibganj) at 17:10 and reaches Indore at 21:35. For an overnight ride, the 19304 Express leaves Bhopal Junction at 22:55 and arrives in Indore at 04:35.^[1]

The main building of Rani Kamalapati railway station in BhopalPhoto: Suyash Dwivedi / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

Indore to Bhopal by Train

Coming the other way, the 19323 Intercity Express leaves Indore at 06:45 and reaches Rani Kamalapati at 11:15, and the overnight 19303 leaves Indore at 23:45 and arrives in Bhopal Junction at 05:20.^[1]

Which Station in Bhopal

Bhopal has two main stations, Bhopal Junction and Rani Kamalapati. Check which one your train leaves from before you set out.

Tips for Travelling from Bhopal to Indore

Eat before you board: Pack snacks and water for the ride.
Choose by arrival time: The overnight train gets you to Indore before dawn, while the evening train arrives at a comfortable hour.
Search by either name: Indian Railways timetables list Rani Kamalapati as Habibganj, so look for both names when you search.^[1]
Reserve ahead: Overnight berths sell out sooner than daytime seats, so book early.

Timetable

Bhopal - Indore More info / Tickets

Bus Bhopal - Indore $ 3.99–38.66 3h – 5h 45m
→ AC Sleeper 02:40, 02:45, 03:30, 04:00, 04:10, 04:15, 04:30, 04:45, 05:00, 05:30, 06:00, 06:30, 07:30, 08:05, 09:45, 14:45, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:05, 16:15, 16:45, 17:00, 17:30, 17:50, 18:00, 18:30, 18:45, 18:55, 19:00, 23:00 → Non-AC Sleeper 03:50, 04:00, 05:00, 14:00, 14:15, 15:00, 16:45, 19:50 → A/C Semi Sleeper 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:00, 17:00 → AC Seater 02:00, 07:30, 19:00 → Non-AC Seater 01:35, 19:12
Taxi Bhopal - Indore $ 36.61–100.11 3h 11m – 4h 30m
→ SUV 6pax → Hatchback 4pax → Sedan → Economy 3pax → Van 8pax → Comfort 3pax → Van Family 6pax
Train Bhopal - Indore $ 4.36–22.10 3h 7m – 6h 30m
→ 2S - Second Sitting Class 17:10 → 1A - AC First Class Sleeper 04:25, 05:15, 07:45, 09:35 → 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 04:25, 05:15, 07:45, 09:35, 19:05 → 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 04:25, 05:15, 07:45, 08:00, 09:35, 19:05, 23:10 → 3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper 04:25, 05:15, 07:45, 09:35, 19:05 → CC - AC Chair Class 17:10, 20:43 → SL - Sleeper Class 04:25, 05:15, 07:45, 08:00, 09:35, 19:05, 23:10 → EC - Extended AC Chair Class 20:43

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Bhopal to Indore?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Bhopal to Indore, including current prices and schedules.

How do I get from Bhopal to Indore?

Take a direct train. One leaves in the evening and one overnight.

What time does the evening train from Bhopal to Indore leave?

The 19324 Intercity Express leaves Rani Kamalapati station at 17:10 and reaches Indore at 21:35.

Is there an overnight train from Bhopal to Indore?

Yes, the 19304 Express leaves Bhopal Junction at 22:55 and arrives in Indore at 04:35.

Which station in Bhopal should I depart from?

Trains leave from Bhopal Junction or Rani Kamalapati station. Check which one your train uses.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

[1] Indian Railways (CRIS): Mail/Express Trains list. Retrieved November 4, 2026.

Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.