Private train between Delhi and Amritsar time table, route, frequency, train no., and fare
Private train between Delhi and Amritsar
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Passenger Train Operations Project Indicative Routes Delhi and Amritsar
Private train will leave Delhi at 1725 hrs Daily and arrive Amritsar at 2300 hrs and train running time between the station 5:35 hrs
Private train will leave Amritsar at 0900 hrs Daily and arrive Delhi at 1440 hrs and train running time between the station 5:40 hrs
Distance between Delhi and Amritsar Railway Station is 432 Kilometer
Frequency per week: Daily
There is no operational private (PPP) train between Delhi and Amritsar—any such route may have been suggested in IRCTC’s indicative listings but isn’t currently active.
However, there are several excellent regular Indian Railways services running efficiently on this corridor. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the top options:
Confirmed Trains: Delhi Amritsar
1. Vande Bharat Express (22487 / 22488)
- Route: Delhi Junction ↔ Amritsar Junction
- Journey Time: ~5 h 30 m
- Frequency: Six days a week (except Friday)
- Amenities: AC Chair Car, Executive Chair Car, on-board Wi-Fi, infotainment, large windows, smart features
- Route: Via Amritsar–Ambala and Kalka–Delhi lines
2. Swarna Jayanti Shatabdi Express (12029 / 12030)
- Route: New Delhi ↔ Amritsar
- Journey Time: ~6 hours
- Frequency: Six days a week (except Thursday)
- Classes: AC Chair Car, Executive Class; includes onboard catering
- Fare: Chair Car ₹675 + ₹190 catering; Executive ₹1,460 + ₹230 catering
3. Shan-e-Punjab Express (12497 / 12498)
- Route: New Delhi ↔ Amritsar
- Journey Time: ~7 h 28 m
- Frequency: Daily
- Classes: AC Chair Car, Second Class Seating, Unreserved
- Note: No pantry on board; superfast surcharge applies
4. New Delhi – Amritsar Intercity Express (12459 / 12460)
- Route: New Delhi ↔ Amritsar
- Journey Time: ~8 h 15 m (to Amritsar); ~8 h return
- Frequency: Daily
- Classes: AC Chair Car, Second Class Seating, General Unreserved
- Example Fare: 2S ₹170; CC ₹615
5. Other Superfast & Express Trains
A few notable alternatives include:
- Garib Rath Express: ~6 h 55 m, AC Chair Car ₹450, AC 3-Tier ₹515
- Pathankot Superfast (22429), Intercity Express (12459), Paschim Express, Sachkhand Express, Indore–Amritsar, etc., with travel times ranging from 7 to 9 hours and fares across classes (2A, 3A, SL) in the ₹300–₹800 range
Summary Table
| Train Service | Duration | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vande Bharat | ~5 h 30 m | 6 days/week (exc. Fri) | Fastest, comfortable AC travel |
| Swarna Shatabdi | ~6 h | 6 days/week (exc. Thu) | Premium daytime travel with catering |
| Shan-e-Punjab Express | ~7.5 h | Daily | Budget chair/2S option |
| Intercity Express | ~8.2 h | Daily | Economical and frequent seating |
| Other Superfast/Express | ~7–9 h | Daily/Weekly | More fare/class variety options |
Fare Snapshot (Typical Range)
- 2S: ₹170–₹180
- AC Chair Car (CC): ₹615–₹675 (plus catering)
- Executive Chair (EC): ₹1,460+ (Shatabdi) / ₹2,270 (Vande Bharat)
- AC 3-Tier (3A): ₹800–₹1,000 (in Express trains)
- Sleeper (SL): ₹300–₹350
What You Can Do Next
- Pick the Train:
- For speed and comfort: Vande Bharat
- For full service with meals: Shatabdi
- For budget: Shan-e-Punjab or Intercity
- Book Your Ticket: Use IRCTC, ConfirmTkt, Ixigo, or similar platforms for availability and bookings.
- Need Help with Booking? Let me know your travel date and preferred class—I can help you check availability or walk you through booking.
Enjoy your trip to Amritsar!