Good news for rail travelers. Plans are in full motion to launch a new Vande Bharat Express train service between Patliputra Junction in Patna, Bihar’s capital, and Gorakhpur Junction in Uttar Pradesh. This announcement brings great joy to the citizens. The initiative has gained momentum following the Railway Board's approval of a joint proposal submitted by East Central Railway and North Eastern Railway. Both zones are now actively discussing the finer details to get this service up and running for the citizens.
The upcoming Vande Bharat train will significantly reduce the travel time between the two cities. Covering a total distance of 397 kilometers, the journey will now take just five to six hours—an exceptional improvement over the current travel time. At present, three trains operate between Patliputra and Gorakhpur, each taking between eight and ten and a half hours on a tiring journey.
This new high-speed train will pass through several key stations en route, including Sheetalpur, Khera, Mashrak, Gopalganj, Thawe Junction, and Kaptanganj Junction, before finally reaching Gorakhpur.
Current Train Options from Patliputra to Gorakhpur
Right now, passengers have limited options when traveling from Patliputra to Gorakhpur:
- Train 55007 departs at 5:00 AM and arrives at Gorakhpur at 4:30 PM, taking approximately 11.5 hours.
- Train 05079 takes approximately 8 hours and 55 minutes to cover the same route.
- Train 15079 leaves Patliputra at 3:15 PM and arrives in Gorakhpur at 11:55 PM, completing the journey in around 8 hours and 40 minutes.
Vande Bharat Trains Already Running from Patna
Currently, Patna Junction is home to five operational Vande Bharat Express trains, which serve major cities. These include:
- Patna–Howrah Vande Bharat Express
- Patna–Ranchi Vande Bharat Express
- Patna–Lucknow Vande Bharat Express
- Patna–Tatanagar Vande Bharat Express
- Patna–New Jalpaiguri Vande Bharat Express
Lastly, India is stepping towards faster commutes and will soon reach every city. Working towards that goal, the Patna–Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Express will boost regional connectivity and offer passengers a faster, more comfortable travel experience.