There are 12 major trains from Bhopal to Nagpur in our timetable database. The table below compares every one of them on the things that actually decide which you book: when it leaves, when it gets in, how long it takes, and how many halts it makes along the way.
The fastest train from Bhopal to Nagpur is 12438, which covers the 389 km from Bhopal Jn to Nagpur Jn in about 5h 20m (departs 00:05, arrives 05:25). Across all 12 trains, journey times run from 5h 20m to 7h 25m.
All 12 trains from Bhopal to Nagpur
Times shown are booked timings from the published timetable, not live running times. Duration is calculated from the booked departure and arrival at the two stations on this route — not the train’s full run, which may start earlier and end later.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Distance | Halts between |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12438 (fastest) Hazrat Nizamuddin → Secunderabad Jn |
Bhopal Jn 00:05 |
Nagpur Jn 05:25 |
5h 20m | 389 km | 0 |
| 16318 Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra → Kanyakumari |
Bhopal Jn 01:50 |
Nagpur Jn 08:30 |
6h 40m | 389 km | 1 |
| 12688 Dehradun → Madurai Jn |
Bhopal Jn 01:50 |
Nagpur Jn 08:25 |
6h 35m | 389 km | 0 |
| 16688 Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra → Mangalore Central |
Bhopal Jn 03:10 |
Nagpur Jn 10:35 |
7h 25m | 389 km | 1 |
| 16032 Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra → Chennai Central |
Bhopal Jn 03:10 |
Nagpur Jn 10:35 |
7h 25m | 389 km | 6 |
| 16863 Bhagat Ki Kothi → Mannargudi |
Bhopal Jn 10:00 |
Nagpur Jn 16:40 |
6h 40m | 388 km | 2 |
| 12644 Hazrat Nizamuddin → Trivandrum Central |
Bhopal Jn 17:10 |
Nagpur Jn 23:15 |
6h 05m | 389 km | 2 |
| 12642 Hazrat Nizamuddin → Kanyakumari |
Bhopal Jn 17:55 |
Nagpur Jn 00:05 |
6h 10m | 389 km | 2 |
| 22645 Indore Jn → Trivandrum Central |
Bhopal Jn 21:15 |
Nagpur Jn 03:50 |
6h 35m | 388 km | 5 |
| 12521 Barauni Jn → Ernakulam Jn |
Bhopal Jn 21:15 |
Nagpur Jn 03:50 |
6h 35m | 389 km | 5 |
| 12511 Gorakhpur Jn → Trivandrum Central |
Bhopal Jn 21:20 |
Nagpur Jn 03:50 |
6h 30m | 389 km | 5 |
| 12626 New Delhi → Trivandrum Central |
Bhopal Jn 21:45 |
Nagpur Jn 04:00 |
6h 15m | 389 km | 1 |
The fastest option
Train 12438 is the quickest at about 5h 20m, averaging roughly 73 km/h including halts — it makes only 0 stops between Bhopal Jn and Nagpur Jn. Fewer halts is usually the whole explanation for why one train beats another by hours on the same corridor.
Check which station you actually leave from
This is the most common mistake on this route. Departures here are spread across 1 station in Bhopal — Bhopal Jn — and arrivals across 1 station in Nagpur: Nagpur Jn.
These are not interchangeable, and in a big city they can be an hour apart in traffic. Read the exact station off your ticket, not the city name.
What this list covers
These are the 12 trains serving Bhopal to Nagpur in our timetable database, which covers major long-distance and express services. Indian Railways also runs seasonal specials, festival extras and additional services that are not included here, and schedules are revised periodically. Treat this page as a planning tool and confirm availability for your date on IRCTC.
For the full stop-by-stop schedule of any train above, follow its number. If the timings look confusing — particularly working out which day you arrive on the longer runs — see how to read a time table. Once booked, check your PNR status, and if you end up waitlisted, the quota code matters more than the number.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the fastest train from Bhopal to Nagpur?
Among the 12 major trains on this route, train 12438 is the fastest, covering the 389 km from Bhopal Jn to Nagpur Jn in about 5h 20m (departs 00:05, arrives 05:25).
How long does the Bhopal to Nagpur train journey take?
Journey times on this route range from about 5h 20m to 7h 25m, depending on the train and the number of halts. The distance is roughly 388–389 km depending on the route taken.
How many trains run from Bhopal to Nagpur?
This page lists 12 major trains that serve this route. Indian Railways may also run seasonal specials and additional services that are not listed here, so check IRCTC for the full picture on your travel date.
Are there overnight trains from Bhopal to Nagpur?
Yes. 11 of the trains listed depart in the evening or overnight window, which lets you sleep through most of the journey and arrive the following day.
Source and limitations: compiled from Indian Railways’ published timetable data. Durations are derived from booked arrival and departure times and are approximate. Some station names appear abbreviated as recorded in the source dataset. Confirm current timings on NTES or IRCTC before you travel. Last reviewed July 2026.