Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains Get Green Signal: Fares Finalized, Launch Soon!

• Indian Railways finalized Vande Bharat Sleeper train fares, starting at Rs 960 (AC 3-tier), Rs 1,240 (AC 2-tier), and Rs 1,520 (AC First Class), plus GST, including meals.
• The first Vande Bharat Sleeper train will launch between January 17-19 on the Howrah-Kamakhya route, with fares from Rs 2,300 to Rs 3,600.
• These trains will feature 16 coaches, automatic doors, GPS infotainment, bio-toilets, and a top speed of 180-200 kmph, offering enhanced comfort.
• Indian Railways plans to introduce 12 more Vande Bharat Sleeper trains in 2026 for long-distance routes (1,200-1,500 km), with fares similar to Rajdhani trains.
• Sleeper versions are not yet in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana; current services from Secunderabad are chair car only. Fares for longer routes like Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam could range from Rs 2,000 to Rs 3,600.

Why It Matters: Vande Bharat Sleeper trains are approved with finalized fares, set to launch soon, promising enhanced comfort.