TTU: The Jodhpur-Delhi Vande Bharat Train has been introduced to improve rail connectivity between Rajasthan and the national capital. Operated and maintained by the North Western Railway (NWR) zone, the train will provide a faster and more comfortable travel option for passengers.

Route and Distance

The train will run with the numbers 26481 and 26482. It will cover a distance of 606 km in around 8 hours and 5 minutes. This makes it the fastest train on the Jodhpur–Delhi route.

Frequency and Coaches

The train will run six days a week, with Tuesday as a non-operational day. It will have a total of eight coaches. Out of these, seven will be air-conditioned chair cars and one will be an executive air-conditioned chair car.

Stoppages

On its journey, the train will stop at eight stations between Jodhpur and Delhi Cantonment. The stoppages include:

• Merta Road
• Degana
• Makrana
• Phulera
• Jaipur
• Alwar
• Rewari
• Gurgaon

Timings

• Train number 26481 Jodhpur–Delhi Cantt Vande Bharat will depart from Jodhpur at 05:25 hrs. It will reach Jaipur at 09:25 hrs and depart at 09:30 hrs. The train will arrive at Delhi Cantonment at 13:30 hrs.
• In the return direction, train number 26482 Delhi Cantt–Jodhpur Vande Bharat will leave Delhi Cantonment at 15:10 hrs. It will reach Jaipur at 19:00 hrs and depart at 19:05 hrs. The train will reach Jodhpur at 23:20 hrs.

Ticket Price

• AC Chair Car: ₹1,610
• Executive Chair Car: ₹2,930

The ticket prices include catering charges for onboard meals.

Start of Service

The commercial run of the train will begin on September 27. It is expected to benefit regular passengers, office-goers, and tourists traveling between Jodhpur, Jaipur, and Delhi.

FAQs on Jodhpur-Delhi Vande Bharat Train

1. Is online booking available for the Jodhpur-Delhi Vande Bharat Train?
Yes, passengers can book tickets through the IRCTC website, mobile app, or authorized railway ticket counters.

2. Does the train provide catering services?
Yes, meals are included in the ticket fare. The menu may vary depending on the time of travel.

3. Are there luggage restrictions on this train?
There are no special restrictions. Passengers can carry luggage as per Indian Railways’ standard rules.

4. Does the train have Wi-Fi?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available on board for passengers.

5. What is the top speed of the train?
The train can run at a maximum speed of 160 km/h, but on this route, it will operate at an average speed to cover the distance in just over 8 hours.

6. Will the train run on all public holidays?
Yes, the train will run on public holidays, except when it falls on a Tuesday.