There are 13 major trains from Nagpur to Bhopal 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 Nagpur to Bhopal is 12437, which covers the 389 km from Nagpur Jn to Bhopal Jn in about 5h 15m (departs 20:45, arrives 02:00). Across all 13 trains, journey times run from 5h 15m to 7h 35m.
All 13 trains from Nagpur to Bhopal
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12645 Ernakulam Jn → Hazrat Nizamuddin |
Nagpur Jn 00:30 |
Bhopal Jn 06:25 |
5h 55m | 389 km | 2 |
| 12643 Trivandrum Central → Hazrat Nizamuddin |
Nagpur Jn 00:30 |
Bhopal Jn 06:25 |
5h 55m | 389 km | 2 |
| 12641 Kanyakumari → Hazrat Nizamuddin |
Nagpur Jn 02:10 |
Bhopal Jn 08:05 |
5h 55m | 389 km | 2 |
| 16031 Chennai Central → Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra |
Nagpur Jn 02:45 |
Bhopal Jn 09:45 |
7h 00m | 388 km | 6 |
| 16687 Mangalore Central → Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra |
Nagpur Jn 02:55 |
Bhopal Jn 09:15 |
6h 20m | 389 km | 1 |
| 16317 Kanyakumari → Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra |
Nagpur Jn 02:55 |
Bhopal Jn 09:15 |
6h 20m | 388 km | 1 |
| 12687 Madurai Jn → Dehradun |
Nagpur Jn 03:50 |
Bhopal Jn 09:40 |
5h 50m | 389 km | 0 |
| 16864 Mannargudi → Bhagat Ki Kothi |
Nagpur Jn 14:55 |
Bhopal Jn 22:30 |
7h 35m | 388 km | 2 |
| 12522 Ernakulam Jn → Barauni Jn |
Nagpur Jn 16:55 |
Bhopal Jn 00:05 |
7h 10m | 389 km | 5 |
| 12512 Trivandrum Central → Gorakhpur Jn |
Nagpur Jn 16:55 |
Bhopal Jn 00:05 |
7h 10m | 388 km | 5 |
| 22646 Trivandrum Central → Indore Jn |
Nagpur Jn 17:00 |
Bhopal Jn 00:05 |
7h 05m | 388 km | 5 |
| 12625 Trivandrum Central → New Delhi |
Nagpur Jn 20:15 |
Bhopal Jn 02:55 |
6h 40m | 389 km | 1 |
| 12437 (fastest) Secunderabad Jn → Hazrat Nizamuddin |
Nagpur Jn 20:45 |
Bhopal Jn 02:00 |
5h 15m | 389 km | 0 |
The fastest option
Train 12437 is the quickest at about 5h 15m, averaging roughly 74 km/h including halts — it makes only 0 stops between Nagpur Jn and Bhopal 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 Nagpur — Nagpur Jn — and arrivals across 1 station in Bhopal: Bhopal 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 13 trains serving Nagpur to Bhopal 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 Nagpur to Bhopal?
Among the 13 major trains on this route, train 12437 is the fastest, covering the 389 km from Nagpur Jn to Bhopal Jn in about 5h 15m (departs 20:45, arrives 02:00).
How long does the Nagpur to Bhopal train journey take?
Journey times on this route range from about 5h 15m to 7h 35m, 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 Nagpur to Bhopal?
This page lists 13 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 Nagpur to Bhopal?
Yes. 10 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.