How to travel from Delhi to Gorakhpur, India

The distance between Delhi and Gorakhpur is around 692km (430 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Delhi to Gorakhpur by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Delhi (DEL) to Gorakhpur (GOP).

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Flight time1h 45m
  • Typical cost
    ₹8,195($105)
Operated by

Spicejet

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Train

Take the train to Gorakhpur.

  • Duration11h 55m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₹400($5)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus

Take the bus to Gorakhpur.

  • Duration13h 30m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,990($25)
Operated by

IntrCity SmartBus

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Drive

Drive to Gorakhpur.

  • Duration9h 55m
  • Distance795km (494 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Delhi and Gorakhpur

There are several options for getting from Delhi to Gorakhpur by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹400 ($5) and will take around 11h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹8,195 ($105).

The distance between Delhi and Gorakhpur is around 692km (430 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 644km (400 miles)

It takes around 2h 20m to get from Delhi and Gorakhpur by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 9h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Delhi to Gorakhpur is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx ₹8,195 ($105).

The cheapest way to travel between Delhi and Gorakhpur, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹400 ($5) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Delhi and Gorakhpur. It typically takes around 11h 55m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Delhi and Gorakhpur with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 11h 55m.

Indian Railways run train services between Delhi and Gorakhpur. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 11h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Delhi and Gorakhpur. It typically takes around 13h 30m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Delhi and Gorakhpur with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 13h 30m.

IntrCity SmartBus run regular bus services between Delhi and Gorakhpur. Buses run twice daily and take around 13h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Delhi and Gorakhpur. Flights depart from Delhi (DEL) and arrive at Gorakhpur (GOP). The flight takes around 1h 45m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Delhi and Gorakhpur with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 45m.

Spicejet and IndiGo Airlines fly between Delhi and Gorakhpur. Flights depart from Delhi (DEL) and and arrive into Gorakhpur (GOP). These flights usually take around 1h 45m.

The flight from Delhi to Gorakhpur typically takes around 1h 45m. Flights depart from Delhi (DEL) and and arrive into Gorakhpur (GOP).

The closest major airport to Gorakhpur is Gorakhpur Airport (GOP) (GOP) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Gorakhpur. Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) (VNS) and Gaya Airport (GAY) (GAY) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Delhi and Gorakhpur. The distance is around 795km (494 miles) by road and it will take around 9h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Delhi to Gorakhpur is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 20m and will usually cost around ₹8,195 ($105).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Delhi and Gorakhpur

Transport options from Delhi to Gorakhpur
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 20m
₹8,195($105)
every 10 mins692km (430 miles)
Train
11h 55m
₹400($5)
every 4 hours800km (497 miles)
Bus
13h 30m
₹1,990($25)
twice daily796km (495 miles)
Drive
9h 55m
₹7,480($95)
on demand795km (494 miles)

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Airports near Gorakhpur

The following major airports near Gorakhpur offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

GOP
Gorakhpur Airport (GOP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Gorakhpur
VNS
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
145km (90 miles) from Gorakhpur
GAY
Gaya Airport (GAY)
International Airport
Distance
266km (165 miles) from Gorakhpur