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Ranchi to Varanasi Trains

Direct train timetable, running schedule, and 60-day ARP ticket booking opening dates from RNC to BSB.

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Direct Trains Found
5 Trains
Fastest
7h 50m
Direct Rail Distance
571.2 km
Selected Date
2026-10-03
Showing 5 direct train(s) for 2026-10-03
20887 Vande Bharat Express

Ranchi - Varanasi Vande Bharat Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
05:10
RNC • Ranchi
7h 50m
8 halts • 536.9 km
Arrival
13:00
BSB • Varanasi
Runs on selected journey date (2026-10-03).
60-Day ARP Booking Opens:
2026-08-04 at 08:00 AM IST Window Open
Tatkal AC: 2026-10-02 at 10:00 AM IST • Tatkal Non-AC: 2026-10-02 at 11:00 AM IST
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18609 Mail/Express

Mumbai LTT Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
20:45
RNC • Ranchi
10h 35m
13 halts • 536.9 km
Arrival
07:20 +1 Day
BSB • Varanasi
Runs on selected journey date (2026-10-03).
60-Day ARP Booking Opens:
2026-08-04 at 08:00 AM IST Window Open
Tatkal AC: 2026-10-02 at 10:00 AM IST • Tatkal Non-AC: 2026-10-02 at 11:00 AM IST
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14021 Mail/Express

Anand Vihar Terminal Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
19:45
RNC • Ranchi
11h 25m
10 halts • 481.5 km
Arrival
07:10 +1 Day
BSB • Varanasi
Runs on selected journey date (2026-10-03).
60-Day ARP Booking Opens:
2026-08-04 at 08:00 AM IST Window Open
Tatkal AC: 2026-10-02 at 10:00 AM IST • Tatkal Non-AC: 2026-10-02 at 11:00 AM IST
View Route & Halts Booking Date & Reminders
18611 Mail/Express

Ranchi - Banaras Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
20:10
RNC • Ranchi
12h 47m
25 halts • 571.2 km
Arrival
08:57 +1 Day
BSB • Varanasi
Runs on selected journey date (2026-10-03).
60-Day ARP Booking Opens:
2026-08-04 at 08:00 AM IST Window Open
Tatkal AC: 2026-10-02 at 10:00 AM IST • Tatkal Non-AC: 2026-10-02 at 11:00 AM IST
View Route & Halts Booking Date & Reminders
18523 Mail/Express

Banaras Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
20:05
RNC • Ranchi
12h 52m
22 halts • 571.2 km
Arrival
08:57 +1 Day
BSB • Varanasi
Runs on selected journey date (2026-10-03).
60-Day ARP Booking Opens:
2026-08-04 at 08:00 AM IST Window Open
Tatkal AC: 2026-10-02 at 10:00 AM IST • Tatkal Non-AC: 2026-10-02 at 11:00 AM IST
View Route & Halts Booking Date & Reminders

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the fastest train running from Ranchi (RNC) to Varanasi (BSB)?

The fastest train on this corridor is highlighted in the summary card above. You can also sort the train list by 'Fastest Journey' to see options with the shortest travel duration.

When does IRCTC ticket booking open for RNC to BSB trains?

General 60-day Advance Reservation Period (ARP) booking opens 60 calendar days before the train's originating station departure date at 08:00 AM IST. Each train card shows the exact opening date.

What are the Tatkal booking timings for trains between RNC and BSB?

Tatkal ticket booking opens 1 day prior to origin departure: AC classes open at 10:00 AM IST, and Non-AC classes (Sleeper) open at 11:00 AM IST.