Bengaluru-Mumbai Train Journey Cut to 18 Hours: Duronto Express on the Horizon?

• Indian Railways is planning to reduce the Bengaluru-Mumbai train journey from 24 hours to 18 hours, covering 1209 kilometers.
• The proposal involves operating a Duronto Express service, known for its limited stops and faster travel.
• A new bi-weekly superfast express (16553/16554 Bengaluru-Lokmanya Tilak Terminus-Bengaluru) commenced service on December 9, 2025, with 14 main stops.
• The proposed Duronto Express between KSR Bengaluru and CSMT Mumbai would travel via Tumakuru, Davangere, Hubballi, Belagavi, Miraj, and Pune.
• While discussions are ongoing for the Duronto Express, no official confirmation has been made by Divisional Railway Manager Ashutosh Kumar Singh, who confirmed the bi-weekly superfast service is not canceled.

Why It Matters: Indian Railways aims to significantly cut Bengaluru-Mumbai travel time to 18 hours with a potential Duronto Express.