Private train between Prayagraj and Bangalore time table, route, train no., frequency and fare
Private train between Prayagraj and Bangalore
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Passenger Train Operations Project Indicative Routes Prayagraj and Bangalore
Private train will leave Prayagraj at 1900 hrs Tuesday, Saturday and arrive Bangalore at 0700 hrs and train running time between the station 36:00 hrs
Private train will leave Bangalore at 1530 hrs Thursday, Monday and arrive Prayagraj at 0420 hrs and train running time between the station 36:50 hrs
Distance between Prayagraj and Bangalore Railway Station is 1928 Kilometer
Frequency per week: Bi Weekly
You asked about a private train between Prayagraj and Bangalore—but as of now, no privately-operated (PPP) passenger train runs on that route. The only reference is a conceptual timetable, not an actual service:
Planned (but Non-Operational) Private (PPP) Service
According to a planning document:
- Prayagraj → Bangalore: Departs Prayagraj at 19:00 hrs, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, arriving in Bangalore at 07:00 hrs. Travel time: 36 hours.
- Bangalore → Prayagraj: Departs at 15:30 hrs, on Mondays and Thursdays, arriving in Prayagraj at 04:20 hrs. Travel time: 36 hours 50 minutes.
- Distance: ~1,928 km
- Frequency: Bi-weekly
However, this schedule is not in operation.
Operational Indian Railways Trains (Prayagraj ↔ Bangalore)
Here are the currently running trains on this route, all operated by Indian Railways:
1. Lucknow–Yeshvantpur Superfast Express (22684)
- Departs Prayagraj (PRYJ) at 00:45, arrives Bangalore (YPR) at 13:20 (~36 h 35 m).
- Fastest & most cost-effective option.
- Fares:
- SL: ₹810
- 3A: ₹2,105
- 2A: ₹3,045
2. Lucknow–Yeshvantpur Express (12540)
- Departs at 01:40, arrives next day around 15:45 (~38 h 5 m).
- Fares:
- SL: ₹825
- 3A: ₹2,170
- 2A: ₹3,170
3. Gorakhpur–SMVT Bengaluru Special (06530)
- Departs 01:20, arrives at 08:15 (~54 h 55 m). Longer duration.
- Fares:
- SL: ₹875
- 3A: ₹2,290
- 2A: ₹3,355
- 1A: ₹5,735
4. Other Key Services (via IndiRailInfo / Paytm)
Multiple long-distance and special trains also operate, including:
- Sanghamitra Superfast Express (12296) – ~38 h 30 m, daily/weekly, classes up to 1A.
- Time-to-travel ranges for other trains vary between 36 to 54 hours, depending on service type.
5. User Highlights
- According to ixigo, the Lucknow–Yeshvantpur SF Express (22684) is the fastest, and also cheapest option.
- The first train is the Gorakhpur–SMVB Special (01:20 departure); the last is DNR–SBC Humsafar (06510) departing at 23:45.
Summary Table
| Train / Service | Departure (PRYJ) | Arrival (Bangalore) | Duration | Fare (SL / 3A / 2A) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private (planned) | 19:00 (Tue, Sat) | 07:00 (next day) | ~36 h | — |
| Lucknow–Yeshvantpur SF Express (22684) | 00:45 | 13:20 (~36 h 35 m) | ~36½ h | ₹810 / ₹2,105 / ₹3,045 |
| Lucknow–Yeshvantpur Exp (12540) | 01:40 | ~15:45 next day | ~38 h | ₹825 / ₹2,170 / ₹3,170 |
| Gorakhpur–SMVB Special (06530) | 01:20 | 08:15 (after ~55 h) | ~55 h | ₹875 / ₹2,290 / ₹3,355 / 1A ₹5,735 |
| Other Superfast & Humsafar Services | 01:40–23:45 | 36–55 h | 36–55 h | Varies (SL–1A) |
Final Thoughts
- There’s no private train running between Prayagraj and Bangalore.
- The best fastest and most affordable option is the Lucknow–Yeshvantpur Superfast Express (22684).
- For luxury and amenities, consider Humsafar or premium weekly specials—though they are slower and more expensive.
- Fares vary by class—Sleeper around ₹800–900, 3A near ₹2,100–2,300, 2A around ₹3,000+. Some services offer First AC (1A) with higher pricing.
- For booking and exact availability on your date, I’d recommend checking IRCTC, ixigo, Trainman, or RailYatri.
Let me know if you’d like help comparing classes, checking availability for a specific date, or finding alternate route options!