Kanpur to Delhi by train
Delhi lies 392 km (244 mi) north-west of Kanpur, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h 31 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 478 km (297 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kanpur | Delhi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 2.8 million | 11 million |
| Elevation | 137 m (449 ft) | 227 m (745 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Kanpur Central railway station | Delhi Junction railway station, Sarai Rohilla railway station |
| Postal codes | 177111–758078 | 486111–486441 |
Where to book trains from Kanpur to Delhi
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Staying in Delhi
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Common questions
How far is Delhi from Kanpur?
392 km (244 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kanpur; by road roughly 478 km (297 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kanpur to Delhi by train?
About 7 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kanpur and Delhi?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Delhi?
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Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.