All Vande Bharat Sleeper Routes 2026

India’s upcoming semi high-speed overnight train network.

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Why Sleeper Vande Bharat?

Old overnight trains, long delays, aging coaches. Vande Bharat Sleeper brings faster, safer, premium travel.

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India’s First Sleeper Route

Howrah to Guwahati via Kamakhya. This route sets the benchmark for future sleepers.

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North India Planned Route

Delhi to Mumbai, Howrah, and Chennai. High-demand corridors get priority rollout.

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Western India Sleeper Route

Mumbai to Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Bengaluru. Designed for overnight business travel.

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Southern India Expansion

Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Thiruvananthapuram. South India will see the biggest rollout.

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East & Northeast Connectivity

Howrah to Guwahati already operational. More routes planned via Patna and Siliguri.

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Sleeper Coach Classe

1AC, 2AC, and 3AC coaches only. No unreserved or RAC facility.

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Distance & Travel Purpose

Ideal for 800–1500 km journeys. Overnight travel beats short-haul flights.

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2026 Phased Rollout Plan

Trains introduced in limited numbers first. Network expands based on demand and readiness.

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