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How to Get from Kanpur to Delhi

How to Get from Kanpur to Delhi

Last updated: October 19, 2026
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Kanpur and Delhi are linked by one of the busiest main lines of Indian Railways, and the train is the practical way to make the trip. Trains leave from Kanpur Central (CNB) and end at New Delhi (NDLS) or Anand Vihar Terminal (ANVT).

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Kanpur to Delhi by Train

The Kanpur Central to New Delhi Shatabdi Express (12033) leaves Kanpur Central at 06:00 and reaches New Delhi at 11:20, a journey of 5 hours 20 minutes. In the other direction, the Shatabdi (12034) leaves New Delhi at 15:50 and arrives in Kanpur Central at 20:45.[1]

Two other services run from Kanpur Central to Delhi. The Anand Vihar Terminal Express (14151) departs at 07:50 and arrives at 18:20. The Shram Shakti Express (12451) departs at 23:45 and arrives in New Delhi at 06:35, which suits travellers who want to sleep on the train.[2]

Booking

Foreign visitors can book Indian Railways tickets with a passport under the Foreign Tourist Quota on the IRCTC website, up to 365 days in advance, while the ordinary advance reservation period is 60 days. The quota covers Executive Class, AC First Class, AC 2-Tier, AC 3-Tier, AC Chair Car, Sleeper and Second Sitting.[3]

Comparing Your Options

Train Departs Kanpur Central Arrives
Shatabdi Express 12033 06:00 New Delhi 11:20[1]
Anand Vihar Terminal Express 14151 07:50 Anand Vihar Terminal 18:20[2]
Shram Shakti Express 12451 23:45 New Delhi 06:35[2]

Tips for Traveling from Kanpur to Delhi

  • Book in Advance: Trains on this line fill up, so reserve as soon as your dates are fixed.
  • Station Codes: Book from Kanpur Central (CNB) and check the Delhi station on your ticket: the Shatabdi and the Shram Shakti Express arrive at New Delhi, while the 14151 ends at Anand Vihar Terminal.[2]
  • Winter Fog: Dense fog on the North Indian plains in winter can delay trains, so leave a buffer if you have a flight to catch in Delhi.

Timetable

Kanpur - Delhi More info / Tickets
Flight Kanpur - Delhi $ 48.47–52.19 1h 20m
  • →  Economy 14:40
Train Kanpur - Delhi $ 5.34–30.57 4h 28m – 8h 45m
  • →  2S - Second Sitting Class 00:55, 07:35
  • →  1A - AC First Class Sleeper 00:07, 00:30, 00:45, 00:55, 02:20, 02:30, 02:50, 03:20, 04:05, 04:40, 04:50, 05:00, 05:20, 05:30, 05:40, 07:35, 09:40, 13:00, 19:40, 21:35, 22:10, 22:45, 23:23, 23:45, 23:55
  • →  2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 00:07, 00:30, 00:45, 00:55, 02:20, 02:30, 02:50, 03:20, 04:05, 04:40, 04:50, 05:00, 05:20, 05:30, 05:40, 07:35, 09:40, 13:00, 21:35, 22:10, 22:45, 23:23, 23:45, 23:55
  • →  3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 00:07, 00:30, 00:55, 02:20, 02:30, 02:50, 04:05, 04:40, 04:45, 04:50, 05:00, 05:20, 05:30, 05:40, 09:40, 21:40, 22:10, 22:45, 23:23, 23:45, 23:55
  • →  3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper 02:30, 02:50, 04:05, 09:40, 21:40, 22:10, 22:45, 23:45, 23:55
  • →  CC - AC Chair Class 06:00, 07:25, 07:35, 09:30, 16:53, 18:32
  • →  SL - Sleeper Class 00:07, 00:30, 00:55, 02:30, 02:50, 04:05, 09:40, 21:40, 22:10, 22:45, 23:23, 23:45, 23:55
  • →  EC - Extended AC Chair Class 06:00, 07:25, 09:30, 16:53, 18:32

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Kanpur to Delhi?

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

How do I book a train from Kanpur to Delhi?

Book on the IRCTC website. Foreign visitors can use the Foreign Tourist Quota with a passport, up to 365 days in advance.

What is the fastest way to get from Kanpur to Delhi?

Among the trains we checked, the Shatabdi Express 12033 is the quickest: it leaves Kanpur Central at 06:00 and reaches New Delhi at 11:20, which is 5 hours 20 minutes.

How long does it take to get from Kanpur to Delhi?

The Shatabdi Express takes 5 hours 20 minutes. The overnight Shram Shakti Express (23:45 to 06:35) takes 6 hours 50 minutes, and the Anand Vihar Terminal Express (07:50 to 18:20) takes 10 hours 30 minutes.

Which train station in Kanpur should I use?

Kanpur Central (CNB). All the trains described on this page leave from there.

Is it better to take a daytime or nighttime train?

The Shatabdi is a daytime train that arrives in New Delhi at 11:20. The Shram Shakti Express leaves at 23:45 and arrives at 06:35, so you sleep on the train and save a hotel night.

Is there a train from Delhi back to Kanpur?

Yes. The Shatabdi Express 12034 leaves New Delhi at 15:50 and arrives in Kanpur Central at 20:45.

Sources and background

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

  1. [1] Indian Railways: Shatabdi Train List. Retrieved October 19, 2026.
  2. [2] Indian Railways: Mail/Express/Superfast Train List. Retrieved October 19, 2026.
  3. [3] IRCTC: Foreign Tourist Quota Booking. Retrieved October 19, 2026.

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