Delhi to Noida Airport in 21 Minutes — Delhi–Varanasi Bullet Train Update

The upcoming Delhi–Varanasi high-speed bullet train will stop at Noida International Airport, significantly enhancing regional connectivity. An in-principle agreement has been reached between the National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHRCL) and Noida International Airport Limited (NIAL) for an underground station at the airport’s Ground Transportation Centre (GTC).

Stations in Noida

Two key stations will be constructed in Noida:

1. Noida Sector 148 – serving local passengers and integrating with the city’s transit network.
2. Underground station at Noida Airport GTC – ensuring seamless connectivity for domestic and international travelers.

Travel Time and Route

The train will cover 70 km between Sarai Kale Khan (Delhi) and Noida Airport in 21 minutes, while the entire 816 km Delhi–Varanasi route will take just 4 hours, reducing travel time by more than half. The elevated track will run along the central median of Noida and Greater Noida Expressways, parallel to the Yamuna Expressway, before reaching the airport GTC.

Enhanced Airport Connectivity

This link will improve accessibility to Noida International Airport, providing faster travel options for passengers arriving from across India and abroad. The train will also streamline travel between Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) and Noida Airport, making airport transfers more efficient.

Key Stops Along the Route

The bullet train will connect multiple cities and towns including Noida Airport Jewar, Mathura, Agra, Etawah, Lucknow, Rae Bareli, Prayagraj, Bhadohi, and Varanasi, creating a high-speed corridor across Uttar Pradesh.

Pilgrimage and Tourism Benefits

The project will also enhance access to major pilgrimage and tourist destinations:

• Ayodhya Ram Temple
• Mathura & Vrindavan
• Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi
• Taj Mahal, Agra

This improved accessibility is expected to boost tourism and economic activity along the route.

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