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Full List Of Vande Bharat Express Trains In 2026: Routes, Timings And Booking Guide
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News18•05-10-2026, 14:20
Full List Of Vande Bharat Express Trains In 2026: Routes, Timings And Booking Guide
- •Indian Railways operates 81 Chair Car routes and one Sleeper service of the semi-high-speed Vande Bharat Express as of early October 2026.
- •The first operational Vande Bharat Sleeper service runs between Howrah and Kamakhya, with more sleeper and extension routes announced.
- •Passengers can book tickets through the IRCTC website or app up to 60 days in advance, choosing between Chair Car and Executive Chair Car options.
- •Onboard amenities include fully air-conditioned coaches, automatic doors, rotating seats, bio-vacuum toilets, and GPS-based passenger information systems.
- •Key safety features like CCTV surveillance and the KAVACH system are equipped on most rakes to ensure secure travel across major corridors.
Key Questions Answered
As of early October 2026, Indian Railways operates 81 Chair Car routes comprising 162 services, along with one fully operational Sleeper service between Howrah and Kamakhya.
Vande Bharat Sleeper trains offer AC First, AC 2-tier, and AC 3-tier berths, featuring modern interiors, automatic doors, reading lights, mobile charging points, bio-vacuum toilets, GPS-based passenger information systems, CCTV surveillance, and KAVACH safety systems.
Bookings for Vande Bharat trains open 60 days in advance on the IRCTC website or app, similar to other premium trains. A limited Tatkal quota is also available, though it tends to sell out very quickly on popular routes.
