Jammu Srinagar Vande Bharat Train: The third Vande Bharat train between Jammu and Srinagar is set to start in the first week of March. This train will run on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to inaugurate it. Passengers will be able to complete the journey in two and a half hours. It will start after the Maha Kumbh.
Srinagar: The launch of the Jammu to Srinagar Vande Bharat train is eagerly awaited. Vande Bharat of this route is the much awaited third Vande Bharat Express train of Indian Railways. It is set to be launched after the completion of Prayagraj Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. This Vande Bharat Express train will be a new semi-high-speed train connecting Jammu and Srinagar.
Currently, to handle the huge influx of passengers and the increasing demand, the Ministry of Railways is busy and constantly monitoring the ticket sales and crowd round the clock. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 will end on February 26.
Will run on Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link
The much-awaited Vande Bharat Express connecting Jammu and Srinagar is set to revolutionise rail travel in the region. This state-of-the-art train will run on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL). This Vande Bharat route will offer passengers a world-class travel experience. This train, operated by the Northern Railway zone, is the third Vande Bharat service in the region, after the success of two routes connecting Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (SVDK) to Delhi.
It will start in the first week of March
The new Vande Bharat Express will cover a distance of over 150 km between Srinagar and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra. The train is in its attractive orange and brown colour. Prime Minister Narendra Modi may inaugurate it in the first week of March. However, the exact date and time is yet to be confirmed by the Railway Board.
You will reach Srinagar in two and a half hours
The Vande Bharat Express will provide a fast and comfortable journey, reducing travel time significantly. With a travel duration of just 2 hours 30 minutes, the train will run on the following timetable:
Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Train Timings
– Departure from SVDK: 08:10 hrs
– Arrival at Srinagar: 11:20 hrs
– Departure from Srinagar: 12:45 hrs
– Arrival at SVDK: 15:55 hrs
The train’s modern design and high speed are a result of the expertise of the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai, a major coach factory that manufactures coaches for the Indian Railways.
Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat train fare
The ticket prices of Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express have not been officially disclosed yet, but initial estimates suggest that the AC chair car will cost around Rs 1,500-1,600, while the executive chair car will cost between Rs 2,200-2,500. This fare guarantees a wonderful journey amid the breathtaking views of Kashmir. You will be able to travel while enjoying the beautiful valleys.
This new service is expected to enhance connectivity between Srinagar and Jammu, make travel easier and boost local tourism. It will now become even easier for tourists to visit Kashmir. The Vande Bharat Express is set to revolutionise the rail system of the region with its high-tech facilities, faster travel time and easy access. This train will bring positive changes in the lives of people and accelerate development. Freight transportation will also become easier for traders. Students and working people will also get convenience in commuting. Overall, this train is a big gift for Jammu and Kashmir.
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