The new sleeper service is expected to connect Bengaluru, Mumbai and several other cities in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra.
IllustrationThe Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper train is likely to be flagged off in November, according to reports. The service will connect passengers across Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, with Anantapur and Guntakal included as scheduled stops on the reported route.
The Bengaluru-Karwar and Bengaluru-Madgaon Vande Bharat trains are also expected to be launched by the third week of November.
What this means for Indian travellersIf you're planning a trip between Bengaluru, Mumbai, Karwar or Madgaon in November, check for updates on the new Vande Bharat Sleeper train services as they are likely to start soon.
Commercial service will start on November 3 with a flag‑off on Nov 1; the train departs SMVT Bengaluru at 7:50 pm and arrives CSMT Mumbai at 11:55 am the next day, returning from Mumbai at 8:10 pm to Bengaluru by 11:55 am.
Source: Mathrubhumi English
The train will stop at Hindupur, Dharmavaram, Anantapur, Guntakal, Raichur, Krishna, Yadgir, Kalaburagi, Solapur, Pune, Lonavala and Kalyan.
Source: The Indian Express
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