{"id":1308701,"date":"2026-04-23T08:51:01","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T03:21:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1308701"},"modified":"2026-04-23T08:51:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T03:21:14","slug":"pune-to-bengaluru-in-13-hours-with-new-vande-bharat-sleeper-train-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/pune-to-bengaluru-in-13-hours-with-new-vande-bharat-sleeper-train-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Pune To Bengaluru In 13 Hours With New Vande Bharat Sleeper Train"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>India\u2019s rail travel is set for another major upgrade. The upcoming Vande Bharat Sleeper train connecting Mumbai and Bengaluru\u2014via Pune\u2014is expected to reduce travel time between Bengaluru and Pune to just <strong>13 hours<\/strong>, a significant improvement over current journey durations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"555\" src=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2025-06-14-at-10.14.30-AM-1-1024x555.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1308708\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2025-06-14-at-10.14.30-AM-1-1024x555.png 1024w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2025-06-14-at-10.14.30-AM-1-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2025-06-14-at-10.14.30-AM-1-768x416.png 768w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2025-06-14-at-10.14.30-AM-1-1536x833.png 1536w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2025-06-14-at-10.14.30-AM-1.png 2036w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This development is part of Indian Railways\u2019 broader push to modernize long-distance travel with faster, more comfortable, and technology-driven trains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Huge Cut from Current Travel Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, trains between Bengaluru and Pune take around<a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/life-style\/travel\/news\/bengaluru-pune-vande-bharat-sleeper-trains-travel-time-reduced-to-13-hours-heres-what-to-expect\/articleshow\/130406733.cms\"> <strong>17 to 19 hours<\/strong>, depending on the service.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Vande Bharat Sleeper is expected to cut this by nearly <strong>4\u20136 hours<\/strong>, making overnight rail travel far more efficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For frequent travelers\u2014especially professionals commuting between these two major tech hubs\u2014this is a game-changing improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Route and Connectivity Boost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The new train will run on the <strong>Mumbai\u2013Pune\u2013Solapur\u2013Wadi\u2013Bengaluru corridor<\/strong>, directly benefiting passengers from Pune.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since Pune is a key transit hub on this route, travelers won\u2019t need separate connectivity\u2014making journeys smoother and more direct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The train is expected to operate overnight, with departures around <strong>9 PM<\/strong> and morning arrivals, aligning perfectly with work and business schedules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Makes Vande Bharat Sleeper Special<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike the existing chair car Vande Bharat trains, the sleeper version is designed for long-distance comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fully air-conditioned sleeper coaches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ergonomic berths for better sleep<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Modern interiors and improved hygiene<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced safety systems like Kavach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Semi-high-speed capability up to 160 km\/h<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With around 16 coaches and over 800 berths, the train is built to handle high demand on busy routes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fares and Travel Experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The expected ticket pricing is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u20b92,500 (AC 3-tier)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u20b93,000\u2013\u20b93,200 (AC 2-tier)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u20b93,600\u2013\u20b93,900 (First AC)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Meals are likely to be included, and 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