With new routes and trains, India’s railway infrastructure is growing and evolving. The Sealdah-New Delhi-Sealdah Vande Bharat Sleeper is the latest example of this! Redefining the journey with unmatched comfort and convenience, once operational, this new train will be the fastest train on the route. Scroll on to know more about this upcoming train service.
All About Sealdah-New Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper Train
In September 2024, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw first unveiled the Vande Bharat Sleeper train. With more amenities, advanced safety measures, and comfortable sleeping berths, this upcoming train is one of the much-awaited railway projects. The Sealdah-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express is one of the key routes for this train service.
Connecting the Kolkata metropolitan area to New Delhi, the upcoming Vande Bharat Sleeper train will cover a distance of 1,455 km in just 15 hours. According to ET Now, the Sealdah-New Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper train is designed to run at a speed of 160 kmph. It will be the fastest train on this route, followed by premium trains like Rajdhani Express and Duronto Express.
Also Read: Indian Railways To Soon Launch Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, Slashing Delhi-Howrah Time To 15 Hours
Route And Timings Of The Train
The Sealdah-New Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper train will stop at the following major station on the route –
Asansol Junction
Dhanbad Junction
Gaya Junction
DD Upadhyaya Junction
Kanpur Central
As per reports, the Vande Bharat Sleeper train is expected to depart from Sealdah around 4 PM and reach New Delhi at 7 AM, the next day. On its return journey, the train will leave New Delhi at around 4 PM, and arrive in Sealdah the next day at 7 AM.
Coach Composition & Expected Train Fare
The Sealdah-New Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper train will have 16 coaches, as per reports. It will have 11 AC 3-tier coaches, four AC 2-tier coaches, and one First Class AC coach. The expected train fare for the AC 3-tier coach could be around ₹3,200; for the AC 2-tier coach, it is expected to be around ₹4,200; and an AC First Class is expected to be around ₹5,300.
Also Read: Kerala To Launch India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train On Thiruvananthapuram-Mangaluru Route
So, are you excited to travel on the this upcoming Vande Bharat sleeper train? Let us know in the comments.
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