Vande Bharat Express: Revolutionizing Train Travel in India
Vande Bharat Express is one of the most modern and prestigious trains run by Indian Railways. It is a semi-high speed train that connects major Indian cities in less than a day’s time. It offers a comfortable, convenient and fast travel experience to its passengers. In this article, we will explore the features, routes and benefits of Vande Bharat Express.
The train can run at a maximum speed of 160 km/h on some sections of the Delhi-Bhopal route, and 110-130 km/h on other routes. It has a regenerative braking system that saves energy and reduces carbon emissions. It also has an advanced communication system that allows the driver to communicate with the control center and other trains.
Routes and Timetable of Vande Bharat Express
As of 2023, Vande Bharat Express runs on 18 routes across India:
- Delhi-Varanasi
- Delhi-Katra
- Howrah-Puri
- Howrah-New Jalpaiguri
- Secunderabad-Tirupati
- Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam
- Ajmer-Delhi
- Delhi-Dehradun
- Thiruvananthapuram-Kasaragod
- Gandhinagar-Mumbai
- Amb Andaura-New Delhi
- Mysuru-Chennai
- Nagpur-Bilaspur
- Mumbai-Sainagar Shirdi
- Mumbai-Solapur
- Ahmedabad-Mumbai
- Chennai-Bengaluru
- Chennai-Madurai
The following table shows the train numbers, departure and arrival times, duration, distance and fare for each route:
| Train number | Route | Departure time | Arrival time | Duration | Distance | Fare (EC/CC) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22435/22436 | Delhi-Varanasi | 06:00/15:00 | 14:00/23:00 | 8 hrs | 775 km | ₹2,310/₹1,760 |
| 22439/22440 | Delhi-Katra | 06:00/15:00 | 14:00/23:00 | 8 hrs | 655 km | ₹2,965/₹2,310 |
| 22895/22896 | Howrah-Puri | 06:10/13:50 | 12:35/20:30 | 6 hrs 25 mins/6 hrs 40 mins | 500 km | ₹1,890/₹1,530 |
| 22301/22302 | Howrah-New Jalpaiguri | 05:55/15:05 | 13:25/23:35 | 7 hrs 30 mins | 560 km | ₹2,340/₹1,890 |
| 22897/22898 | Secunderabad-Tirupati | 06:15/15:05 | 14:30/23:35 | 8 hrs 15 mins | 700 km | ₹2,070/₹1,660 |
| 22899/22900 | Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam | 15:00/05:45 | 23:30/14:15 | 8 hrs 30 mins | 700 km | ₹2,070/₹1,660 |
| 20977/20978 | Ajmer-Delhi | 06:20/18:40 | 11:35/23:55 | 5 hrs 15 mins | 428 km | ₹1,085/₹2,270 |
| 20979/20980 | Delhi-Dehradun | 06:45/17:45 | 11:30/22:30 | 4 hrs 45 mins | 315 km | ₹1,020/₹1,950 |
| 20981/20982 | Thiruvananthapuram-Kasaragod | 05:20/14:30 | 13:25/22:35 | 8 hrs 5 mins | 575 km | ₹2,070/₹1,660 |
| 20983/20984 | Gandhinagar-Mumbai | 06:40/15:00 | 13:10/21:30 | 6 hrs 30 mins | 500 km | ₹1,890/₹1,530 |
| 22447/22448 | Amb Andaura-New Delhi | 06:00/13:00 | 11:13/18:13 | 5 hrs 13 mins | 350 km | ₹1,050/₹2,100 |
| 20985/20986 | Mysuru-Chennai | 06:00/15:00 | 12:15/21:15 | 6 hrs 15 mins | 500 km | ₹1,890/₹1,530 |
| 20987/20988 | Nagpur-Bilaspur | 06:00/15:00 | 11:45/21:45 | 5 hrs 45 mins | 400 km | ₹1,530/₹1,230 |
| 20989/20990 | Mumbai-Sainagar Shirdi | 06:10/14:55 | 12:50/21:35 | 6 hrs 40 mins /6 hrs 45 mins | 450 km | ₹1,710/₹1,370 |
| 20991/20992 | Mumbai-Solapur | 06:20/15:10 | 13:10/22:00 | 6 hrs 50 mins /6 hrs 55 mins | 450 km | ₹1,710/₹1,370 |
| 20993/20994 | Ahmedabad-Mumbai | 06:30/15:20 | 13:10/21:55 | 6 hrs 40 mins /6 hrs 45 mins | 500 km | ₹1,890/₹1,530 |
| 20995/20996 | Chennai-Bengaluru | 06:40/15:30 | 12:25/21:15 | 5 hrs45 mins /5 hrs50 mins | 360 km | ₹1,370 /₹1,100 |
| 20997 /20998 | Chennai-Madurai | 06:50 /15:40 | 12 :35 /21 :25 | 5 hrs45 mins /5 hrs45 mins | 450 km | ₹1 ,710 /₹1 ,370 |
Benefits of Vande Bharat Express
Vande Bharat Express is a boon for travelers who want to save time and money while enjoying a comfortable journey. Some of the benefits are:
- It reduces the travel time by up to 40% compared to conventional trains.
- It offers a smooth and safe ride with minimal noise and vibration.
- It provides a luxurious and spacious interior with modern amenities.
- It showcases the indigenous technology and innovation of Indian Railways.
- It promotes tourism and economic development in the regions it serves.
Conclusion
Vande Bharat Express is a remarkable achievement of Indian Railways that reflects its vision and commitment to provide world-class service to its passengers. It is a symbol of pride and joy for India and its people. If you want to experience the best of Indian Railways, book your tickets for Vande Bharat Express today!
