Indian Railways has introduced a major travel facility for passengers as Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off the Vande Bharat Sleeper train between Varanasi and New Delhi on Saturday, October 31. This is the country's second Vande Bharat Sleeper train, with regular operations scheduled to commence from November 2. The launch of this train provides passengers traveling between Varanasi and New Delhi with a new and comfortable alternative equipped with modern amenities, highlighted by its economical fare structure and excellent timetable.
Fare Comparison And Detailed Statistics
There is considerable enthusiasm among passengers regarding the fare of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train, as its First Class AC fare has been kept lower than the existing Vande Bharat Executive Class. Comparing the fares, the ordinary chair car fare of the regular Vande Bharat Express from Varanasi to New Delhi is 1835 rupees, while the Executive Chair Car class fare is 3385 rupees. In contrast, the fare for the new Vande Bharat Sleeper third AC is 1915 rupees, second class AC is 2470 rupees, and first class AC is 3030 rupees. This means passengers can travel comfortably while sleeping in the Vande Bharat Sleeper by paying just 80 rupees more than the ordinary chair car express.
Fare Comparison With Shiv Ganga Express
When comparing the Vande Bharat Sleeper fare with that of the Shiv Ganga Express, one of the most popular and traditional trains running between Varanasi and New Delhi, the financial structure becomes clearer. The third AC fare in Shiv Ganga Express is 1170 rupees, the second class AC fare is 1640 rupees, and the first class AC fare is 2725 rupees. Consequently, the difference between Shiv Ganga Express and the new Vande Bharat Sleeper third AC fare is 745 rupees, the second AC fare difference is 830 rupees, and the first AC fare difference is 305 rupees. Passengers can choose among these options based on their personal comfort and budget requirements.
Travel Time Comparison
In terms of travel duration, all three prominent trains maintain distinct schedules, while the ordinary Vande Bharat Express takes the minimum time to reach New Delhi from Varanasi, completing the journey in just 8 hours and 5 minutes. Meanwhile, the new Vande Bharat Sleeper train will take 9 hours and 20 minutes to cover the distance between Varanasi and New Delhi. On top of that, the traditional Shiv Ganga Express takes 10 hours and 15 minutes on this same route. Thus, the Vande Bharat Sleeper has emerged as an exceptional medium for comfortable and secure travel within an optimized timeframe.
Time Table And Route Of Vande Bharat Sleeper
According to the official timetable released by the railways, the Vande Bharat Sleeper Express going from Varanasi to New Delhi will depart from Varanasi at 8:50 pm and reach New Delhi at 6:10 am the next morning. On the return journey, this train will run from New Delhi at 9:40 pm and reach Varanasi at 7:10 am the next morning. Along its route, the train will halt at major stations including Prayagraj, Kanpur Central, Aligarh, and Ghaziabad, allowing passengers from nearby districts to benefit directly from its services.
Operational Days And Station Wise Schedule
This Vande Bharat Sleeper train will operate for a total of six days a week. According to passenger convenience guidelines, this train won't operate on Friday from the Varanasi originating end, while it won't operate on Saturday from the New Delhi originating end. The detailed station-wise timetable for both directions is as follows: The Delhi-bound Vande Bharat Sleeper train number 27422 departs from New Delhi at 9:40 pm, arrives at Ghaziabad at 10:13 pm and departs at 10:15 pm, arrives at Aligarh at 11:20 pm and departs at 11:22 pm, arrives at Kanpur Central at 02:45 am and departs at 02:50 am, arrives at Prayagraj at 05:05 am and departs at 05:10 am, and finally arrives at Varanasi at 07:10 am. Conversely, the Varanasi-bound Vande Bharat Sleeper train number 27421 departs from Varanasi at 08:50 pm, arrives at Prayagraj at 10:35 pm and departs at 10:40 pm, arrives at Kanpur at 12:40 am and departs at 12:45 am, arrives at Aligarh at 03:55 am and departs at 03:57 am, arrives at Ghaziabad at 05:25 am and departs at 05:27 am, and ultimately reaches New Delhi at 06:10 am.