⚠ Timings are indicative. Verify with official Indian Railways sources before travel.
About Varanasi-Ranchi Express (18612)
Varanasi-Ranchi Express (Train No. 18612) is an Indian Railways passenger train operating
between VARANASI JN (BSB) and RANCHI (RNC).
This train runs on: Mon, Tue.
The complete route timetable above lists all scheduled stops along with arrival and departure times for each station.
How to Book Tickets for Varanasi-Ranchi Express
Tickets for Varanasi-Ranchi Express (18612) can be booked online through the official
IRCTC website or the IRCTC Rail Connect mobile app.
Advance booking opens 120 days before the date of journey. If seats are not available in the regular quota,
you can try the Tatkal quota, which opens 1 day before departure at a premium fare.
Passengers can also check availability through the Current Availability feature on IRCTC on the date of travel.
Travel Tips for This Route
Always carry a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN card, Voter ID, or Passport) when travelling by train — Ticket Checking Examiners (TCEs)
routinely verify identity along with the ticket. If you have booked a ticket in Sleeper or AC class, your berth or seat number
is printed on the ticket. The coach position chart is pasted on the platform notice board and on each coach approximately
30 minutes before departure. Arrive at the platform at least 15–20 minutes early to locate your coach without rushing.
Check Live Running Status
Train running status changes daily based on actual operations. To check if Varanasi-Ranchi Express is running on time today,
use the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) at
enquiry.indianrail.gov.in
or the Where is my Train app. These tools provide real-time GPS-based location of the train and
the delay status at each station.
PNR Status
After booking your ticket, you will receive a 10-digit PNR (Passenger Name Record) number.
This number is used to check your reservation status — whether your ticket is Confirmed (CNF), on Waiting List (WL),
or under Reservation Against Cancellation (RAC). Check your PNR status on the
IRCTC website or via SMS by sending
PNR <10-digit number> to 139.
