Bengaluru, 13 April: Indian Railways has approved the introduction of the Mumbai–Bengaluru Vande Bharat Sleeper service, significantly reducing travel time between Pune and Bengaluru to approximately 13 hours.
The new train will operate between Mumbai and Bengaluru, passing through key cities including Pune, Solapur, and Wadi.
Major Time Reduction
Currently, trains such as the Udyan Express and Coimbatore Express take between 18 to 19 hours on the Pune–Bengaluru route. The new Vande Bharat Sleeper is expected to cut travel time by nearly five hours, offering a faster overnight journey.
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed the approval, stating that the service will enhance passenger convenience on this high-demand corridor.
Operational Plan
- Service to run six days a week
- One day reserved for maintenance
- Departures scheduled around 9 PM from both ends
- Two train sets to be deployed
Modern Features & Capacity
The train will feature advanced amenities and safety systems, including:
- Indigenous Kavach collision prevention system
- 16 coaches configuration:
- 11 AC 3-tier coaches (611 berths)
- 4 AC 2-tier coaches (188 berths)
- 1 AC First Class coach (24 berths)
Total passenger capacity will be 823 berths, catering to growing demand for comfortable long-distance travel.
Passenger Response
Travellers have welcomed the move, citing improved efficiency and comfort. Frequent travellers, especially professionals and students, highlighted the benefits of reduced travel time and upgraded overnight journey experience.
Outlook
The introduction of the Vande Bharat Sleeper service marks a significant step in modernising long-distance rail travel in India, enhancing connectivity between major economic hubs.
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