Timetable & frequency
When trains run, how often, and roughly how long each journey takes.
Operating hours
On major festivals, NCRTC has previously started services earlier and run trains more frequently. These hours are typical and indicative. Check the NCRTC app on the day if you're travelling very early or very late.
See last train time for every stationTrain frequency
Frequency is adjusted by NCRTC based on real-time demand, so treat this as a typical range rather than a fixed schedule.
On board
Standard Class
Regular seating, available in every train.
Premium Class (Business)
Wider seats and extra legroom, in a limited coach per train.
Women's Coach
Reserved coach available in every train.
Estimated journey time
Between key stations on the corridor. Full stop-by-stop times are on each route's page.
| From \ To | Sarai Kale Khan | Anand Vihar | Sahibabad | Ghaziabad | Meerut South | Begumpul | Modipuram |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarai Kale Khan | - | 6 min | 11 min | 14 min | 39 min | 52 min | 57 min |
| Anand Vihar | 6 min | - | 5 min | 8 min | 32 min | 45 min | 50 min |
| Sahibabad | 11 min | 5 min | - | 3 min | 27 min | 40 min | 45 min |
| Ghaziabad | 14 min | 8 min | 3 min | - | 24 min | 37 min | 42 min |
| Meerut South | 39 min | 32 min | 27 min | 24 min | - | 12 min | 17 min |
| Begumpul | 52 min | 45 min | 40 min | 37 min | 12 min | - | 5 min |
| Modipuram | 57 min | 50 min | 45 min | 42 min | 17 min | 5 min | - |
Calculated at an average running speed of about 100 km/h with a short dwell allowance per stop, calibrated to NCRTC's reported 55 to 58 minute end to end time for the full 82 km corridor.
Plan a route between any two stationsCommon questions
What time does the first Namo Bharat train run?
Services typically start around 6 AM on Monday to Saturday, and around 8 AM on Sunday. These are indicative hours; always check the NCRTC app for the current schedule.
How often do Namo Bharat trains run?
Roughly every 5 to 8 minutes during peak hours and every 10 to 15 minutes off-peak, with a typical baseline of about one train every 10 minutes.
Is there a women-only coach on Namo Bharat trains?
Yes, every Namo Bharat train includes a reserved coach for women, alongside Standard and Premium class seating.