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22 Jun 2024

The Intercity Express train, numbered 12531, is a popular rail route connecting the cities of Gorakhpur and Lucknow in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. This 279-kilometre journey takes just under 6 hours, making it a convenient option for travellers looking to explore the region.

The train departs Gorakhpur Junction (GKP) station at 5:45 AM and reaches Lucknow Junction (LJN) station at 11:25 AM, covering 11 intermediate stops along the way. Some of the major stations it passes through include Sahjanwa, Khalilabad, Basti, Babhnan, Mankapur Junction, Gonda Junction, Barabanki Junction, and Badshahnagar. Passengers can choose from Second Sitting (2S) and AC Chair Car (CC) coach classes, with ticket prices starting from as low as Rs. 140.

The Intercity Express is a daily train that runs seven days a week, making it a reliable option for both business and leisure travellers. However, to secure your preferred seats, it's advisable to book your tickets well in advance, especially during peak travel seasons like holidays and festivals. Book train tickets from Bajaj Finserv and get offers, deals, and discounts.

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Intercity Express (12531) timings and schedule

Below is the schedule of the Intercity Express:

Station

Arrival

Departure

Halt time

Gorakhpur Jn (GKP)

Start

05:45

-

Sahjanwa (SWA)

06:08

06:10

2 mins

Khalilabad (KLD)

06:25

06:27

2 mins

Basti (BST)

06:48

06:50

2 mins

Babhnan (BV)

07:15

07:17

2 mins

Mankapur Jn (MUR)

07:42

07:44

2 mins

Gonda Jn (GD)

08:20

08:23

3 mins

Colonelganj (CLJ)

08:48

08:50

2 mins

Barabanki Jn (BBK)

10:08

10:10

2 mins

Badshahnagar (BNZ)

10:42

10:44

2 mins

Lucknow Jn (LJN)

11:25

End

-


Prices and details of GKP LJN Express

The GKP LJN Exp 12531 train serves customers with four classes of coaches – AC Chair Car (CC)and Second Sitting (2S). Prices for each are mentioned in the table below:

Coach class

Starting fare (Rs. )

2S

140

CC

475


*Ticket prices may vary. Kindly visit IRCTC and confirm the prices before booking your ticket.

Major stations with over 5 minutes of halt time

There are no major stations with over 5 minutes of halt time on this train route.

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Frequently asked questions

How much distance is covered by Intercity Express?

The Intercity Express (12531) covers an approximate distance of 279 km.

What is the total journey time taken by the Intercity Express?

The GKP LJN Exp takes up to 5h 40m to complete a journey.