Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Minister of State for Railways V. Somanna flagged off the new Bengaluru-Mumbai Express on May 17, 2026. This new bi-weekly service aims to make travel easier between Karnataka and Maharashtra. The train will be operated and maintained by the South Western Railway zone.
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What is the schedule and route of the Bengaluru-Mumbai Express?
The train will run as number 16553/16554 between SMVT Bengaluru and LTT Mumbai. While the inaugural special run happened on May 17 as train 06557, regular services will start from Bengaluru on May 23, 2026, and from Mumbai on May 24, 2026. It covers a distance of 1,210 km in about 24 hours and 5 minutes.
Which stations are covered and what is the coach composition?
The train stops at 15 major stations including Tumakuru, Davangere, Hubballi, Belagavi, Pune, and Kalyan. It consists of 17 LHB coaches to ensure passenger comfort and safety.
| Coach Type | Number of Coaches |
|---|---|
| AC 2-Tier | 1 |
| AC 3-Tier | 4 |
| Sleeper Class | 6 |
| General Second Class | 4 |
| Divyangjan friendly / Luggage / Brake Van | 2 |
How will this new service benefit the passengers?
Dr. Manjunath Kanmadi, CPRO of South Western Railway, stated that this train will help people traveling for business, education, tourism, and jobs between Bengaluru, Northern Karnataka, and Mumbai. It connects several important commercial and cultural hubs across the two states.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
बेंगलुरु-मुंबई एक्सप्रेस कब से नियमित रूप से चलेगी?
यह ट्रेन बेंगलुरु से 23 मई 2026 को और मुंबई से 24 मई 2026 को नियमित रूप से शुरू होगी।
यह ट्रेन किन मुख्य स्टेशनों पर रुकेगी?
यह ट्रेन तुमकुरु, दावणगेरे, हुब्बल्ली, बेलगावी, पुणे और कल्याण सहित कुल 15 स्टेशनों पर रुकेगी।