BSB
15:55
Varanasi Jn
RNC
23:55
Ranchi
Pantry
Superfast
Overnight
Catering
Vande Bharat Exp 20888 Train Information
Vande Bharat Exp (20888) train runs from Varanasi Jn (BSB) to Ranchi (RNC) 6 days a week. The 20888 Vande Bharat Exp train departs from Varanasi Jn at 15:55 hrs and reaches Ranchi at 23:55 hrs. This train covers a distance of approximately 536 km.
| Train Number & Name | 20888 Vande Bharat Exp |
| Train Type | Mail Express |
| Source Station | Varanasi Jn (BSB) |
| Destination Station | Ranchi (RNC) |
| Total Distance | 536 km |
| Duration | 8hr |
| Departure Time (from source) | 15:55 from Varanasi Jn |
| Arrival Time (at destination) | 23:55 at Ranchi (Day 1) |
| Total Stops | 9 |
| Running Days | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| Classes Available | CC, EC |
| Average Speed | ~67 km/h |
| Max. Speed | ~130 km/h |
20888 Train Ticket Prices
Check the table below for Vande Bharat Exp (20888) ticket prices across different classes:
- Varanasi Jn
- Dd Upadhyaya Jn
- Sasaram
- Gaya Jn
- Koderma Jn
- Hazaribagh Rd
- Parasnath
- Bokaro Stl City
- Muri
- Ranchi
- Varanasi Jn
- Dd Upadhyaya Jn
- Sasaram
- Gaya Jn
- Koderma Jn
- Hazaribagh Rd
- Parasnath
- Bokaro Stl City
- Muri
- Ranchi
- General
- Tatkal
- Lower Berth
- Ladies
CC
INR720
EC
INR2005
November 2026
Wed, 11 Nov
NA
Thu, 12 Nov
NA
Fri, 13 Nov
NA
Sat, 14 Nov
NA
Sun, 15 Nov
NA
Mon, 16 Nov
NA
Wed, 18 Nov
NA
Thu, 19 Nov
NA
Vande Bharat Exp 20888 Train Schedule & Time Table
The Vande Bharat Exp time table provides complete details of the 20888 train route map, timings, and stoppages.
With the help of the 20888 train schedule, passengers can easily check halt durations, intermediate stops, and expected travel duration. You can easily book train tickets at ixigo. for any station between Varanasi Jn and Ranchi with Alternate Travel Plan.
| Stn Code | Stn Name | Arrives | Departs | Stop time | Distance | Platform | Route | Day | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSB | Varanasi Jn | starts | 15:55 | - | 0 | 7 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| DDU | Dd Upadhyaya Jn | 16:35 | 16:40 | 5min | 17 km | 1 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| SSM | Sasaram | 17:40 | 17:42 | 2min | 117 km | 3 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| GAYA | Gaya Jn | 18:45 | 18:50 | 5min | 220 km | 2 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| KQR | Koderma Jn | 19:50 | 19:52 | 2min | 296 km | 3 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| HZD | Hazaribagh Rd | 20:17 | 20:19 | 2min | 345 km | 3 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| PNME | Parasnath | 20:50 | 20:52 | 2min | 372 km | 2 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| BKSC | Bokaro Stl City | 21:30 | 21:35 | 5min | 422 km | 2 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| MURI | Muri | 22:28 | 22:30 | 2min | 474 km | 3 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| RNC | Ranchi | 23:55 | ends | - | 536 km | 3 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
20888 Coach Position & Seat Layout
20888 Vande Bharat Exp has 9 coaches. You can check your coach position and seat map here:
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Coach Position
*Coach position info is based on historic data. It does not represent current status
Varanasi Jn
- Varanasi Jn
- Dd Upadhyaya Jn
- Sasaram
- Gaya Jn
- Koderma Jn
- Hazaribagh Rd
- Parasnath
- Bokaro Stl City
- Muri
- Ranchi
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
EN
C7
C6
C5
C4
C3
E1
C2
C1
Seat Layout
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. What is the departure time of the Vande Bharat Exp from Varanasi Jn?
A. The Vande Bharat Exp (20888) departs from Varanasi Jn (BSB) at 15:55 hrs.
Q. How much distance does 20888 Vande Bharat Exp cover?
A. 20888 Vande Bharat Exp covers a distance of approximately 536 km.
Q. What is the total number of stations the Vande Bharat Exp 20888 passes through?
A. Vande Bharat Exp 20888 passes through 10 stations on its train route.
Q. What is the origin and destination of train no. 20888?
A. 20888 Vande Bharat Exp originates from Varanasi Jn (BSB) and ends at Ranchi (RNC).
Q. How many days a week does the 20888 train operate?
A. As per the 20888 train time table, Vande Bharat Exp runs 6 days a week.
Q. How much time does the train no. 20888 Vande Bharat Exp take to reach Ranchi?
A. According to the 20888 train schedule, train no. 20888 Vande Bharat Exp takes approximately 8 hours to reach Ranchi.
Q. What classes are available on the Varanasi Jn to Ranchi Vande Bharat Exp?
A. The Varanasi Jn to Ranchi Vande Bharat Exp offers Chair Car (CC) and Executive Class (EC) classes.