From The Economic Times · · 1m 20s
Delhi-Varanasi Sleeper Vande Bharat Train
New Delhi-Varanasi Sleeper Vande Bharat train could cut travel time for Diwali season with 160 kmph speed and 823 passenger capacity.
In brief
New Delhi-Varanasi Sleeper Vande Bharat train could cut travel time for Diwali season with 160 kmph speed and 823 passenger capacity. Indian Railways plans a second Sleeper Vande Bharat train for Diwali season with 160 kmph top speed and 823 passenger capacity. Originally reported by The Economic Times.
New Sleeper Vande Bharat Planned
Indian Railways is working on plans for a Sleeper Vande Bharat Express between New Delhi and Varanasi.
Route Covers Prayagraj and Kanpur
The proposed route will cover Prayagraj and Kanpur, two of the busiest travel destinations in Uttar Pradesh.
Proposed Timings
From Varanasi Cantt, the train departs at 9:20 pm, reaches Prayagraj by 10:45 pm, passes through Kanpur Central at 12:35 am, and arrives in New Delhi at 5 am.
160 kmph Top Speed
The train is expected to operate between 130 kmph and 160 kmph depending on track conditions and progress under the Railways' Mission Raftaar initiative.
16 Coaches and 823 Passengers
The train will have 16 coaches carrying a total of 823 passengers, including 11 AC 3-tier coaches, four AC 2-tier coaches, and one First AC coach.
Fares and Schedule Not Final
The Railway Board has not yet confirmed the train number, fare structure, or date for regular operations, with final schedule and speed depending on trial outcomes.
In short
Indian Railways plans a second Sleeper Vande Bharat train for Diwali season with 160 kmph top speed and 823 passenger capacity.
