List of All Vande Bharat Express Trains in India 2025

Vande Bharat Express is a semi-high-speed train developed by Indian Railways for faster, comfortable, and modern travel. These trains are a symbol of India's push towards advanced rail technology and infrastructure. They are equipped with state-of-the-art features like automatic doors, reclining seats, GPS-based systems, and onboard Wi-Fi. The train's design ensures a smooth and luxurious journey. As of November 2025, Indian Railways operates 150 Vande Bharat Express trains, connecting various cities and regions across the country. This extensive network has significantly reduced travel time for millions of passengers. Each train, with 16 coaches, costs around ₹115 crore to manufacture, making it an ambitious and transformative project for India’s rail sector. In this article, we’ll provide a detailed list of all Vande Bharat Express trains, their routes, features, and significance. We’ll also explore their impact on Indian Railways and the future plans for expansion.

Prime Minister Modi Flags Off Four New Vande Bharat Express Trains, Boosting India's Rail Connectivity

India took another major leap in modern rail infrastructure when Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains from Varanasi on November 8 at around 8:15 AM. This initiative strengthens the government's vision of providing faster, safer, and more comfortable train services that connect citizens across regions while enhancing tourism and trade.

Overview of the Initiative

The launch of these four new Vande Bharat Express trains marks another milestone in India’s journey toward high-speed and world-class rail services. The new routes include:

• Banaras–Khajuraho
• Lucknow–Saharanpur
• Firozpur–Delhi
• Ernakulam–Bengaluru
  

Each route has been strategically chosen to promote regional growth, improve accessibility, and reduce travel time across states.

1. Banaras–Khajuraho Vande Bharat Express

• The Banaras-Khajuraho Vande Bharat Express provides direct, high-speed connectivity between Banaras and Khajuraho.
• The travel time will be reduced by about 2 hours and 40 minutes compared to existing trains.
• It connects essential cultural and religious cities like Varanasi, Prayagraj, Chitrakoot, and Khajuraho.
• The route strengthens religious and heritage tourism, enabling faster access to the UNESCO World Heritage temples of Khajuraho.
• The train will support local businesses linked to tourism and pilgrimage activities.

2. Lucknow–Saharanpur Vande Bharat Express

• This train takes approximately 7 hours and 45 minutes, saving nearly an hour compared to current services.
• It will benefit passengers from cities such as Sitapur, Shahjahanpur, Bareilly, Moradabad, Bijnor, and Saharanpur.
• The route also improves travel to Haridwar via Roorkee, supporting spiritual tourism.
• It enhances regional connectivity in central and western Uttar Pradesh, promoting smoother intercity travel.
• The train supports local economic activity and daily commuters in these regions.

3. Firozpur–Delhi Vande Bharat Express

• The Firozpur–Delhi train becomes the fastest on its route, completing the journey in just 6 hours and 40 minutes.
• It connects key Punjab cities, including Firozpur, Bathinda, and Patiala, to the national capital.
• The route will strengthen trade, tourism, and employment in Punjab's border and industrial regions.
• Improved connection to Delhi will help local industries access larger markets.
• The train also encourages regional integration and balanced growth between rural and urban areas.

4. Ernakulam–Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express

• In southern India, this route reduces travel time by over 2 hours, completing the journey in 8 hours and 40 minutes.
• It links central IT, educational, and commercial hubs across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.
• The train offers a faster, more comfortable option for professionals, students, and tourists.
• It strengthens connectivity between two major southern metropolitan centres—Ernakulam and Bengaluru.
• The route will promote tourism, regional trade, and economic collaboration in the southern corridor.

Vande Bharat Express: New Sleeper Trains

The latest updates for the Vande Bharat Express focus on expanded routes, new sleeper trains, and increased coach capacity to meet rising demand in September 2025.

New Sleeper Version Launch

• The first Vande Bharat Sleeper trains are set to launch in September 2025, specifically designed for long-distance, overnight travel.
• These trains are manufactured by BEML and will offer AC First Class, AC 2-Tier, and AC 3-Tier, with a total capacity of 1,128 passengers in a 16-coach configuration.
• Notable features include hot water showers, modular pantries, and touch-free bio-vacuum toilets.

Route Expansions and New Services

Recently launched and upcoming routes include:

• Belagavi–Bengaluru (operational August 10, 2025)
• Ajni (Nagpur)–Pune (operational August 10, 2025)
• Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra–Amritsar (operational August 10, 2025)

Coach Augmentation

Indian Railways is converting three 16-coach Vande Bharat trains into 20-coach trains and upgrading four 8-coach trains to 16 coaches, following impressive occupancy rates (over 100%).

After these upgrades, the released rakes will be used to roll out new Vande Bharat services, further expanding the network.

Current Network and Occupancy

The trains maintain an average occupancy above 100%, reflecting strong public demand and success.

Noteworthy Timetable Change

The Mumbai Central–Gandhinagar Vande Bharat now includes Navsari as a stop, increasing its route's convenience and options.

List of Newly Launched Vande Bharat Services

The newly launched Vande Bharat Express services in 2025 include several extended routes and the introduction of sleeper variants to boost connectivity and cater to long-distance travel needs.

Sleeper Vande Bharat Trains

• First sleeper version launches in September 2025, designed for overnight journeys.
• Specifically manufactured by BEML, featuring AC First Class, AC 2-Tier, and AC 3-Tier in a 16-coach setup.
• Targeted high-demand corridors: New Delhi–Howrah, New Delhi–Mumbai, New Delhi–Pune (final routes to be confirmed).

New Routes Launched or Set for Launch (August 2025)

• Belagavi–Bengaluru: Six days a week, improved Karnataka connectivity.
• Ajni (Nagpur)–Pune: Three times a week, valuable for Maharashtra travelers.
• Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra–Amritsar: Six days a week, especially significant for religious tourism.

Additional Coach Augmentation and Planned Services

Indian Railways recently extended several Vande Bharat trains to 20-coach formations to serve more passengers.Notable new or upgraded trains (August 2025):

• Mangaluru Central–Thiruvananthapuram Central
• Secunderabad–Tirupati
• Chennai Egmore–Tirunelveli

Operational Highlights

Over 150 Vande Bharat services now run nationwide (up and down directions counted separately).
Multiple upgraded routes operate with extended coaches for higher capacity.

Vande Bharat Express: Katra to Srinagar

The Vande Bharat Express continues to expand its services and enhance connectivity across India, particularly in the Jammu and Kashmir region. Here are the latest developments as of January 26, 2025:

New Route Launch

A new Vande Bharat Express connecting Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (SVDK) to Srinagar is set to commence operations in February 2025.

This train will operate on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), covering over 150 km in a travel time of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

The train will depart from SVDK at 08:10 hrs and arrive in Srinagar at 11:20 hrs, with a return journey starting at 12:45 hrs from Srinagar. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate this service, although the exact date has yet to be confirmed.

Special Features for Winter Conditions

The new Vande Bharat train has been specially designed to operate efficiently in the challenging winter conditions of Jammu and Kashmir.

It includes advanced heating systems to prevent freezing, embedded heating elements in the windshield for defrosting, and features that ensure smooth operations even in sub-zero temperatures.

This train will also have amenities similar to other Vande Bharat trains, such as fully air-conditioned coaches, automatic plug doors, and mobile charging sockets.

Ticket Pricing and Expectations

While official ticket prices are not yet released, preliminary estimates suggest that fares for the AC Chair Car will be around INR 1,500-1,600, and for the Executive Chair Car between INR 2,200-2,500. This pricing aims to provide a luxurious travel experience through Kashmir's scenic landscapes.

Operational Updates

As of January 16, 2025, the Vande Bharat Express service connecting Delhi to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra has been temporarily suspended for 50 days due to necessary remodelling work at the Jammu Tawi yard. Passengers are advised to seek alternative travel arrangements during this period.

Additionally, a new Vande Bharat service from Delhi to Srinagar is scheduled for launch on Republic Day (January 26), which will take approximately 13 hours, making key stops along the way.

List of All Vande Bharat Express; Check Complete List

India now operates 164 Vande Bharat Express train services, serving a vast network of major cities with high-speed, comfortable travel. Below is a detailed list of key Vande Bharat Express routes and their train numbers (UP and DOWN) reflecting the most recent updates, including the four latest launches on November 8, 2025.

Newest Vande Bharat Routes (Flagged off Nov 8, 2025)

TBA = Train numbers pending assignment or not yet shown on booking portals.