The first commercial run of Vande Bharat Sleeper train between Kamakhya and Howrah saw all tickets selling out within hours of bookings opening, Indian Railways said.as per railway officials, reservations for the Vande Bharat Sleeper (Train No. The service is aimed at making long-distance overnight travel faster and more comfortable while improving connectivity between eastern India and the Northeast.Vande Bharat Sleeper: All About The New TrainThe semi-high-speed, fully air-conditioned Vande Bharat sleeper is expected to run six days a week, barring Wednesdays from Kamakhya and Thursdays from Howrah.

It is expected to complete the Howrah–Kamakhya journey in about 14 hours, making it the fastest train on the route. 27576) were fully booked across all classes within 24 hours after ticket sales opened on January 19 through the Passenger Reservation System and online platforms. En route, it stops at key stations including Malda Town, New Jalpaiguri, New Cooch Behar and New Alipurduar.Railway officials stated that the strong booking response reflects a growing preference among passengers for modern trains that offer shorter travel times, improved safety and enhanced comfort.The new service is expected to significantly benefit passengers travelling between West Bengal and Assam, particularly those undertaking overnight journeys.The Vande Bharat Sleeper train has now 16 coaches, including AC 3-tier, AC 2-tier and First AC with a total passenger capacity of 823.

The primary focus of the TOI Business Desk is to keep a watchful eye on the global business landscape, covering a wide spectrum of industries, markets, economic trends, in-depth analysis, exclusive reports and breaking stories that impact businesses and economies. Indian Railways’ new train on Kamakhya–Howrah route sees strong debut; all you want to knowTOI Business Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jan 20, 2026, 22:23 ISTCommentsShareAA+Text SizeSmallMediumLarge Vande Bharat (PTI image) Vande Bharat sleeper, Indian Railways’ new train for overnight premium travel, has now received overwhelming passenger response, as per the Ministry of Railways.

Passenger amenities include improved sleeping berths, onboard information systems, CCTV surveillance, bio-vacuum toilets, and facilities for persons with disabilities.Officials stated the introduction of the sleeper version of the Vande Bharat marks an expansion of India’s premium rail services beyond day travel, with the high occupancy on its first run indicating sustained demand for upgraded long-distance train travel in the region.About the AuthorTOI Business DeskThe TOI Business Desk is a vigilant and dedicated team of journalists committed to delivering the latest and most relevant business news from around the world to readers of The Times of India.

Fares range from Rs 2,299 for AC 3-tier to Rs 3,640 for First AC between Howrah and Kamakhya, excluding GST.Designed for a maximum speed of 160 kmph, the train is equipped with safety systems such as the indigenous KAVACH anti-collision technology and regenerative braking. With a mission to provide valuable insights and updates, the desk ensures that TOI readers are well-informed about the ever-changing and dynamic world of commerce and can navigate the complexities of the business world.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaPhotostoriesHow to make Punjabi Lobia Masala for dinner at home‘Jana Nayagan’: Everything to know about trailer, posters, cast and more of Thalapathy Vijay’s starrer amid CBFC delayTop 10 countries with the highest government debtFrom Nimona to Samosa: 9 delicious local dishes made with Green Peas5 reasons you could be on the next layoff list of your companyBaby names as beautiful as a melody‘Sheila Ki Jawani’, ‘Munni Badnaam Hui’, ‘Baby Doll’: Bollywood item songs that broke the internet with their zany lyricsRanbir Kapoor's ‘Badtameez Dil’ to Nora Fatehi's 'Dilbar': Iconic dance steps from Bollywood songs everyone still tries to copyFrom Mrunal Thakur's 'Do Deewane Sehar Mein' to Preity Zinta's 'Kal Ho Naa Ho': Meet Bollywood's queens who won hearts with geeky looksFrom Smriti Irani to Amar Upadhyay: How much the Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi star cast earns per episode123Hot PicksSilver price todayBudget 2026Karnataka DGP ScandalGold price predictionNitin NabinPublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingMatthew StaffordDraymond GreenOskar Sundqvist InjuryAndrew CallaghanAtlanta Braves RumorsRoger FedererKlay ThomponJohn Harbaughs WifeBengaluru WeatherDC Robert SalehTired of too many ads?go ad free nowTrending StoriesIn BusinessEntire WebsiteElevenLabs appoints Karthik Rajaram as India country headStock market crash: Nifty50, BSE Sensex close at over 3-month lows; Rs 9.86 lakh crore wiped outDiesel locomotives being phased out?