About 12581/ 12582 Manduadih – New Delhi SF Express
The 12581/12582 Manduadih–New Delhi Superfast Express (also known as Banaras–New Delhi SF Express) runs daily between Manduadih (Banaras) and New Delhi, covering 755 km in about 10½ to 11 hours.
- 12581 departs Manduadih at 23:10, arriving in New Delhi at 09:45 the following morning
- 12582 leaves New Delhi at 22:50, reaching Banaras around 10:00 AM next day
Route & Halts
This Superfast Express makes just 5 major stops, including Prayagraj, Kanpur, Tundla, and Ghaziabad—ensuring a swift overnight journey.
Coach Position & Layout
The train uses 22 LHB coaches, with this layout (front to rear for 12582):
EOG → SLR → GS (×2) → S1–S5 (Sleeper) → M1–M2 (3E) → B1–B6 (3A) → A1–A2 (2A) → H1 (1A) → GS (×2) → EOG
This layout helps you locate your coach quickly upon arriving at the platform.
Fare
Approximate fares (New Delhi→Banaras):
- Sleeper (SL): ₹395
- AC 3-Tier (3A): ₹1,050
- AC 2-Tier (2A): ₹1,490
- AC First (1A): ₹2,515
Booking & Travel Tips
Charts are prepared about 3–4 hours before departure. You can check live running status, coach position, and seat availability via apps like MakeMyTrip or ixigo.
Why it’s worth taking:
- Daily frequency ensures flexible planning
- Overnight travel maximizes your day
- Limited halts and modern LHB coaches make it comfortable and efficient
Highlights of Manduadih – New Delhi SF Express
| Train details | Facilities Onboard |
| Travel Time: | 13h 50m |
| Halts: | 4 |
| Distance: | 755km |
| Avg Speed: | 55km/hr |
| Cleanliness: | Excellent |
| Punctuality: | Good |
| E-Catering | Yes |
| Ticket availability: | Good |
| Mobile/Laptop Charger | Yes |
12581/ Manduadih – New Delhi SF Express MUV/Manduadih – NDLS/New Delhi Route, Schedule & Time Table–
| Code | Station Name | Arrives | Departs | Halt |
| MUV | Manduadih | 22:30:00 | ||
| GYN | Gyanpur Road | 23:31:00 | 23:33:00 | 2m |
| ALD | Allahabad Junction | 01:20:00 | 01:45:00 | 25m |
| CNB | Kanpur Central | 04:15:00 | 04:20:00 | 5m |
| GZB | Ghaziabad Junction | 11:30:00 | 11:32:00 | 2m |
| NDLS | New Delhi | 12:20:00 |
12582/ New Delhi – Manduadih SF Express NDLS/New Delhi – MUV/ Manduadih Route, Schedule & Time Table–
| Code | Station Name | Arrives | Departs | Halt |
| NDLS | New Delhi | 22:35:00 | ||
| GZB | Ghaziabad Junction | 23:14:00 | 23:16:00 | 2m |
| CNB | Kanpur Central | 04:45:00 | 04:50:00 | 5m |
| ALD | Allahabad Junction | 07:45:00 | 08:15:00 | 30m |
| GYN | Gyanpur Road | 09:21:00 | 09:23:00 | 2m |
| MUV | Manduadih | 11:10:00 |
12581/ 12582 Manduadih – New Delhi SF Express Coach Position, Seat map Layout & Fare
Manduadih New Delhi Superfast Express belongs to North Eastern Indian Railways and operates with train numbers 12581 and 12582 from both sides. The express is connecting Banaras and New Delhi in the country. The service frequency of the express is daily and it covers a total distance of 755 km in about 11 hours and 25 minutes.
Are you interested in knowing about 12581/12582 MANDUADIH – NEW DELHI SF EXPRESS Coach position, Seat map Layout & Fare? There are 23 coaches in the express and it includes AC first class, AC second class, AC third class, sleeper, and general category coaches. There is no pantry car attached in the express.
Considering the rake positions and seat layout, in the start of the express, there are EOGs, followed by the AC first class coach, AC second tier coaches, and then AC third tier coaches, sleeper and in the end unreserved coaches. It operates with a super speed of 61 km/hour. As per the fare chart, in general class, the fare is Rs. 415 in sleeper, Rs. 1105 in AC 3 tier, Rs. 1575 in AC 2 tier, and Rs. 2665 in AC first class. Have a safe and enjoyable travel!
Train Coach Position And Seat Layout:-
First Tier AC Coach (1A):-
Second Tier AC Coach(2A):-
Third Tier AC Coach(3A):-
Sleeper Class(SL):-
