Indian Railways approves daily overnight train between Kanpur Central and Anand Vihar
Synopsis
Indian Railways has approved a daily overnight mail train linking Kanpur Central to Anand Vihar (T) — a 428-km run serving Etawah, Aligarh, Ghaziabad and the broader NCR. With overnight timings in both directions and eight commercial stoppages, the new service targets one of UP's most passenger-dense corridors.
Key Takeaways
Indian Railways approved a new daily overnight mail train between Kanpur Central and Anand Vihar (T) on 24 September 2026 .
14153 departs Kanpur Central at 20:40 hrs , arriving Anand Vihar (T) at 04:50 hrs (journey: 8 hrs 10 mins ).
14154 departs Anand Vihar (T) at 23:25 hrs , arriving Kanpur Central at 07:25 hrs (journey: 8 hrs ).
The service covers 428 km with stops at Phaphund, Etawah, Tundla, Hathras, Aligarh, Khurja, Dadri and Ghaziabad .
Indian Railways also approved a four-lane ROB at Alkapuri, Vadodara at a total cost of ₹166.5 crore , shared equally between Railways and the Gujarat state government.
Indian Railways on Thursday, 24 September 2026 approved a new daily overnight mail train service between Kanpur Central and Anand Vihar (T) in Delhi, adding a direct rail link across one of Uttar Pradesh's busiest corridors. The service will cover 428 km in each direction, with overnight departure timings designed for passenger convenience in both directions.
Train Timings and Schedule
Departing Kanpur Central at 20:40 hours, Train No. 14153 Kanpur Central–Anand Vihar (T) Mail will pull into Anand Vihar (T) at 04:50 hours the following morning — a journey time of 8 hours 10 minutes. In the return direction, Train No. 14154 Anand Vihar (T)–Kanpur Central Mail will depart at 23:25 hours and reach Kanpur Central by 07:25 hours, completing the run in exactly 8 hours.
Key Stations Along the Route
The new mail service will make commercial stoppages at Phaphund, Etawah, Tundla, Hathras, Aligarh, Khurja, Dadri, and Ghaziabad. According to the official statement, the service is intended to 'strengthen rail connectivity between Kanpur Central and Anand Vihar (T) while providing passengers with an overnight travel option and connectivity to important stations along the route.'
Why This Corridor Matters
The Kanpur–Delhi rail corridor is among northern India's most trafficked, serving millions of commuters, students, and migrant workers who move between Uttar Pradesh's industrial heartland and the National Capital Region. Cities such as Etawah, Aligarh, and Ghaziabad — all covered by this new service — are home to dense populations dependent on affordable overnight travel options. This addition gives passengers a viable alternative to road transport on a corridor where demand has historically outpaced supply of overnight rail berths.
Vadodara Road Over Bridge Also Cleared
In a separate approval on the same day, Indian Railways greenlit the construction of a four-lane Road Over Bridge (ROB) at Alkapuri in the Vadodara Division of Western Railway. The project carries a total outlay of ₹166.5 crore, split equally between Indian Railways and the Gujarat state government — each contributing approximately ₹83.28 crore on a cost-sharing basis.
What Comes Next
Indian Railways has not yet announced a formal launch date for the new Kanpur–Delhi overnight service, though the approval marks the final regulatory step before operationalisation. Passengers along the corridor are expected to be notified through official channels once bookings open. The Vadodara ROB project, once tendered and awarded, will ease a longstanding level-crossing bottleneck in the city.
Point of View
Where demand for sleeper berths routinely exceeds capacity. What is missing from the announcement is a launch date — approvals without operationalisation timelines have a history of lingering in the system. The corridor's inclusion of Etawah and Aligarh is meaningful for migrant labour and student traffic, but a single daily service will barely scratch the surface of unmet demand. Indian Railways would do well to fast-track the booking window and publish a definitive launch date rather than let this approval sit on a shelf.
NationPress
24 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the new overnight train approved between Kanpur and Delhi?
Indian Railways has approved a daily overnight mail train service — Train No. 14153/14154 — running between Kanpur Central and Anand Vihar (T) in Delhi. The service covers 428 km in each direction with commercial stoppages at Etawah, Aligarh, Ghaziabad and five other stations.
What are the departure and arrival timings for the new Kanpur–Delhi train?
Train No. 14153 departs Kanpur Central at 20:40 hrs and arrives at Anand Vihar (T) at 04:50 hrs the next morning (8 hrs 10 mins). In the return direction, Train No. 14154 leaves Anand Vihar (T) at 23:25 hrs and reaches Kanpur Central at 07:25 hrs (8 hrs).
Which stations will the new Kanpur–Anand Vihar train stop at?
The new mail service will have commercial stoppages at Phaphund, Etawah, Tundla, Hathras, Aligarh, Khurja, Dadri and Ghaziabad — covering key population centres along the Uttar Pradesh–NCR corridor.
When will the new Kanpur–Delhi overnight train start running?
Indian Railways has approved the service but has not yet announced an official launch or booking start date. Passengers are advised to watch for updates on the official Railways booking platform.
What is the Vadodara ROB project approved by Indian Railways?
Indian Railways approved a four-lane Road Over Bridge at Alkapuri in the Vadodara Division of Western Railway at a total cost of ₹166.5 crore. The cost is shared equally between Indian Railways (approximately ₹83.28 crore) and the Gujarat state government (approximately ₹83.28 crore).
