Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Express Starts!
Indian Railways launches Vande Bharat Sleeper between Bengaluru and Mumbai, cutting travel time by 6 hours. Check schedule, fares, and stops here.
Indian Railways has officially launched the highly anticipated Vande Bharat Sleeper Express, creating a high-speed link between Bengaluru and Mumbai. Flagged off by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on November 1, 2026, this new service promises to redefine long-distance travel between these two major economic hubs.
A Massive 6-Hour Time Saving
The new service connects Sir M. Visvesvaraya Terminal (SMVT) in Bengaluru and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) in Mumbai. Covering a total distance of approximately 1,118 kilometers, the train will complete its journey in just 16 hours. This represents a significant improvement for commuters, saving nearly six hours compared to existing rail options currently available on this route.
Weekly Schedule and Operations
The Vande Bharat Sleeper will operate six days a week. To ensure smooth planning, passengers should keep the following operational details in mind:
- Train 27652 (Bengaluru to Mumbai): This service does not operate on Mondays.
- Train 27651 (Mumbai to Bengaluru): This service remains stationary on Tuesdays.
Commercial operations officially commenced from Mumbai on November 2, 2026, followed by the service starting from Bengaluru on November 3, 2026.
Coach Composition and Fare Details
Designed to provide premium comfort for long-haul journeys, the 16-coach train offers a total capacity of 823 berths. The coach breakdown is as follows:
- 11 AC 3-Tier coaches
- 4 AC 2-Tier coaches
- 1 AC First Class coach
The ticket fares for the journey have been set at the following rates:
- AC 3-Tier: ₹2,810
- AC 2-Tier: ₹3,630
- AC First Class: ₹4,450
Key Stops En Route
The train provides essential connectivity by making eight scheduled stops during its journey:
- Anantapur
- Guntakal
- Raichur
- Yadgir
- Kalaburagi
- Solapur
- Pune
- Kalyan
Following an overwhelming initial response with high occupancy rates and waitlists, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced plans to expand connectivity by introducing an additional Vande Bharat Sleeper service between Bengaluru and Mumbai via the Hubballi region to better serve North Karnataka.