Travelling by Vande Bharat from Varanasi? Check the new timings from September 2
Varanasi passengers travelling by Vande Bharat need to note revised timings from September 2, with Ranchi and Deoghar trains departing 10 minutes earlier.
- Sep 1, 2026,
- Updated Sep 1, 2026 6:00 AM IST
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Ten minutes earlier
A small timing change could make a big difference for passengers travelling from Varanasi. From September 2, 2026, the Varanasi-Ranchi Vande Bharat will leave at 3:55 pm instead of 4:05 pm. Those arriving at the station at the old time could risk missing the train.
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Morning rush
Passengers taking the Varanasi-Deoghar Vande Bharat will also need to reset their morning plans. From September 2, the train will depart Varanasi at 6:10 am instead of 6:20 am. There will be no change to its timings at stations beyond Varanasi.
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Six-day run
The Varanasi-Ranchi Vande Bharat operates six days a week, with Tuesday as its weekly off day. Covering 536 km in around 7 hours and 50 minutes, the service offers a faster option for passengers travelling between the two cities.
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Eight stops
The Varanasi-Ranchi Vande Bharat covers eight stations on its journey: Deen Dayal Upadhyaya, Sasaram, Gaya, Koderma, Hazaribagh Road, Parasnath, Bokaro Steel City and Muri. With the new departure time, passengers will need to plan their boarding accordingly.
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Fare gap
Passengers travelling between Varanasi and Ranchi can choose between AC Chair Car and Executive Chair Car. The AC Chair Car fare is ₹1,470, while the Executive Chair Car costs ₹2,695, giving travellers a clear choice between price and a more premium seating option.