How reliable are Indian trains, including the Goa–Mumbai route?
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A Goa–Mumbai train was reported to be around 8 hours late. If you have a flight or onward international connection, plan to arrive at least a day early.
Goa–Mumbai: about 8 hours late
A Bengaluru–Mumbai service was reported to be about 6 hours late. Do not assume that intercity trains between major cities will run precisely to timetable.
Bengaluru–Mumbai: about 6 hours
On the long Delhi–Varkala route, a journey expected to take roughly two days took about three. For long Indian rail trips, carry food and water and keep accommodation plans flexible.
Delhi–Varkala: about 3 days in transit
Trips to Varanasi saw delays of roughly 4–8 hours: one train arrived 8 hours late, while another was 4 hours late reaching the boarding station and ultimately arrived around 7 hours behind schedule.
Varanasi: 4–8 hour delays
A Bengaluru–Delhi train was reported to be about 4 hours late. Some services do arrive on time, but avoid scheduling anything critical immediately after a rail arrival.
Bengaluru–Delhi: about 4 hours