How to Get from Indore to Delhi

Indore, the food capital of Madhya Pradesh, and Delhi are linked by one of central India's busiest corridors. You can take a night train, an overnight bus or a flight of under two hours. Which you choose depends on whether you want to save money, sleep on the way or arrive fresh for the morning.

Indore to Delhi by Train

The Intercity Express (12415) leaves Indore Junction at 16:35 and reaches Delhi Sarai Rohilla at 06:50 the next morning. The return service (12416) departs Delhi Sarai Rohilla at 21:10 and arrives in Indore at 11:40 the next day.^[1] Note that these trains use Delhi Sarai Rohilla, not New Delhi station.

Indian Railways long-distance trains run from non-AC Sleeper (SL) through AC 3-Tier (3A) and AC 2-Tier (2A) up to AC First (1A). Sleeper is the cheapest and most local, and the AC classes add air conditioning and bedding. On a night train you wake up in the capital, which saves a night's hotel.

Indore to Delhi by Bus

Overnight buses leave Indore from the early afternoon to the evening, with AC sleeper and AC seater coaches. On booking platforms the trip takes from about 12.5 hours, longer in heavy traffic, and tickets start at about $15 (October 2026).^[2]

Indore to Delhi by Flight

IndiGo flies from Indore's Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport (IDR) to Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in up to 1 hour 40 minutes. Sample fares for late October 2026 start at about ₹6,500.^[3] Flying is the fastest option by far and the best choice if you have a morning meeting.

Which to Choose

• Flight: Fastest, with several departures through the day.
• Train: Leave in the late afternoon and wake up in Delhi, with room to stretch out in an AC berth.
• Bus: The cheapest way to cover the distance if you do not mind a long night.