Vande Bharat Train to Soon Connect Mumbai and Nagpur in Just 9 Hours – Check Ticket Prices and Stops
Vande Bharat Train to Soon Connect Mumbai and Nagpur in Just 9 Hours – Check Ticket Prices and Stops
Indian Railways continues to accelerate its Vande Bharat Express rollout with a new route between Nagpur and Mumbai. Built at Chennai’s Integral Coach Factory (ICF), this latest addition brings speed, comfort, and improved connectivity between two of Maharashtra’s key cities.
Quick Journey: 837 km in Under 9 Hours
The train will cover the 837-kilometer stretch between Nagpur and Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) in under nine hours—making it the fastest rail option available on this route once fully operational.
Key Stops for Wider Reach
To ensure better accessibility, the train will halt at major stations, catering to both long-distance and regional travelers:
- Wardha Junction
- Badnera Junction
- Akola Junction
- Bhusaval Junction
- Jalgaon Junction
- Nashik Road
- Kalyan Junction
- Dadar
High Speed and Premium Comfort
With a top design speed of 160 kmph, the train features modern, comfortable coaches:
- 1 Executive AC Coach
- 7 AC Chair Car Coaches
These coaches are equipped with contemporary amenities to provide a seamless and pleasant travel experience.
Affordable Pricing for Premium Travel
Tentative fares are competitively priced:
- AC Chair Car: ₹1,600 (approx.)
- Executive AC: ₹2,600 (approx.)
This blend of speed, comfort, and affordability makes the Vande Bharat an appealing option for both business and leisure travelers.
Convenient Timings for Day Travel
- Departure from Nagpur: ~5:00 AM
- Arrival at Mumbai CSMT: ~2:00 PM
- Return from CSMT: ~3:00 PM
- Arrival at Nagpur: ~11:50 PM
These timings are tailored for daytime travel, ideal for those attending meetings, family events, or seeking a scenic journey across Maharashtra.
Pushing India’s Rail Modernization Forward
With 136 Vande Bharat Express trains already in service, the new Nagpur–Mumbai route marks another milestone in India’s push for efficient, semi-high-speed rail. The initiative represents a significant step toward modern, accessible, and sustainable intercity travel.
