Train To Run Six Days A Week<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe service is planned to operate six days a week in both directions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Bengaluru-Mumbai service is expected to leave Bengaluru at around 10 pm and reach Mumbai CSMT at approximately 1:50 pm the following day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the opposite direction, the train could depart Mumbai at 10:30 pm and arrive in Bengaluru at around 2:50 pm the next day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, these timings are still tentative and could change before the official launch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pune To Get A Stop<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nPassengers from Maharashtra will benefit significantly from the new service as Pune is among the proposed stops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The train is expected to halt at Anantapur, Guntakal, Raichur, Kalaburagi, Solapur, Pune and Kalyan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Interestingly, the train will not pass through Hubballi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pune and Solapur have also been identified for watering and other terminal-related requirements for the service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Two Vande Bharat Sleeper Trainsets To Be Used<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Railway Board has approved the use of two Vande Bharat Sleeper trainsets for the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A 16-coach configuration is expected, with sleeper accommodation designed for long-distance overnight journeys. The train will offer a mix of AC three-tier, AC two-tier and first AC accommodation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Modern passenger features are expected to include automatic sliding doors, CCTV surveillance, bio-vacuum toilets, onboard catering, digital information displays, charging points and sensor-based water facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kavach Safety System Included<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe train will also be equipped with the indigenous Kavach automatic train protection system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An emergency talk-back facility will allow passengers to communicate with railway staff in case of an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A Major Upgrade For Bengaluru-Mumbai Travel<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Bengaluru-Mumbai route has long lacked a premium, high-speed direct rail service despite strong passenger demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Vande Bharat Sleeper could change that by combining overnight travel with significantly reduced journey time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the proposed schedule is implemented, passengers will be able to board at night, sleep during the journey and reach their destination the following afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With the launch expected later this month, travellers are now waiting for the Railway Board to announce the final date, timetable and ticket booking details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper is expected to launch later this month, offering a journey of under 16 hours compared with around 24 hours on the Udyan Express. The train is planned to run six days a week and will stop at Pune, Solapur, Kalyan, Kalaburagi, Raichur, Guntakal and Anantapur. Final timings, fares and the launch date are yet to be confirmed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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