Indian Railways’ new Vande Bharat train set has completed a high-speed trial at 180 kmph on the Mathura-Nagda section. The 16-coach Vande Bharat Chair Car train set was manufactured at Rail Coach Factory (RCF) in Kapurthala, Punjab.
Vande Bharat Train Completes 180 Kmph Trial
According to the Ministry of Railways, the trial was conducted on October 8, 2026, under the supervision of the Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety (CCRS). The inspection assessed the train’s high-speed performance, operational efficiency and safety systems. During the trial, railway safety officials evaluated the trainset’s performance at 180 km/h and checked key safety parameters. The train features an advanced propulsion system designed to support high-speed operations.
However, completing a trial at 180 kmph does not mean the train will run at that speed during regular services. Its permitted operating speed will depend on safety approvals and operational requirements. The train set has a design speed of 180 kmph and an operating speed of 160 kmph, according to the provided specifications.
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RCF Kapurthala recorded its highest-ever annual production of 2,383 coaches in the financial year 2025-26. The facility manufactures coaches for modern trainsets, including Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat trains, and also exports railway coaches to countries in Asia and Africa.
What Are The Features Of The Vande Bharat Chair Car Train?
The Vande Bharat Chair Car trainset features folding seats, ample legroom and large panoramic windows for a more comfortable journey. It is equipped with KAVACH, CCTV cameras in all coaches, emergency alarm buttons and passenger talk-back units to improve safety. Centrally controlled automatic doors and wider, sealed corridors connect the coaches, while aerosol-based fire detection and suppression systems are installed in electrical cabinets and lavatories. Semi-permanent couplers and an improved suspension system help reduce jerks and vibrations.
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The train also has fully air-conditioned coaches, bio-vacuum toilets and a UV-C lamp-based air-conditioning disinfection system. Driver-guard communication systems include voice recording and crash-hardened memory. For travellers with disabilities, dedicated restrooms are available in the driving coaches at both ends. A Coach Condition Monitoring System (CCMS) also allows for remote monitoring of coach conditions.
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FAQs
What is the Vande Bharat ticket price?
Ticket prices for the Vande Bharat Express range from ₹450 to ₹2,000 for AC Chair Car and from ₹900 to ₹3,800+ for Executive Chair Car, depending on the distance, route, and whether catering is included.
How to check Vande Bharat train route?
You can check Vande Bharat train routes online using dedicated platforms like the Vande Bharat Express Route Locator or by reviewing the complete India Rail Info Vande Bharat List.
Is Vande Bharat faster than Rajdhani?
Yes, the Vande Bharat Express is generally faster than the traditional Rajdhani Express due to its higher operational speed and superior acceleration.
