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This article shares news about the extension of the Vande Bharat Express train service from Meerut to Varanasi, starting from August 27, 2025.
The Vande Bharat Express train service is getting an exciting update! Starting from August 27, 2025, this train will run from Meerut to Varanasi, giving passengers more options for travel.
This extension means that travelers can now visit important religious sites in Ayodhya and Varanasi more easily. The first day saw 12 passengers boarding from Hapur station, with people heading to Bareilly, Lucknow, and Ayodhya.
The train, numbered 22490, will leave Meerut at 6:35 AM and reach Varanasi by 6:25 PM, stopping at Hapur, Moradabad, Bareilly, Lucknow, and Ayodhya. On the return journey, it departs Varanasi at 9:10 AM and arrives back at Hapur by 8:10 PM.
Passengers will enjoy modern facilities like air-conditioned chair cars and bio-vacuum toilets. The train will have a brief stop of just two minutes at Hapur, making travel quick and convenient.
This service is expected to boost religious tourism and benefit local businesses in Hapur, Ghaziabad, and Bulandshahr. With more travelers anticipated, the extension promises to enhance the travel experience for everyone.
Summary:
- The Vande Bharat Express service is extending to Varanasi.
- The extension starts on August 27, 2025.
- It will make popular religious sites easier to reach.
- Modern travel facilities will be available for passengers.
- The service is expected to increase tourism and support local businesses.