22310 Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express Train

The 22310 Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express, India’s 60th Vande Bharat train, connects Bhagalpur, the Silk City of Bihar, with Howrah in West Bengal. Inaugurated on September 15, 2024, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi through video conferencing from Ranchi, this train offers a fast and efficient travel option between these important regions.

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General Overview

The following table provides a detailed overview of the 22310 Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express, outlining its train type, number, series, generation, manufacturer, operator, inaugural run, and more. This summary highlights the general specifications and technical details of the train.

Train Service	Vande Bharat Express (formerly known as Train18)
Train Type	Semi-High-Speed
Train Name	Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express
Train Number	22310
No. of Coaches	8
Train Series	Sixtieth (60th) Vande Bharat Express Train
Train Generation	Fifty-Seventh 2nd Generation | Fortieth Mini Vande Bharat 2.0 Express Train
Train Version	Vande Bharat 2.0 or VB2
Designed By	Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO)
Manufactured By	Integral Coach Factory (ICF)
Operated By	Indian Railways
Current Operator Zone	Eastern Railways (ER)
Inaugural Run	15 September 2024
Commercial Run	17 September 2024
Reverse Route	22309 Howrah-Bhagalpur Vande Bharat Express Train

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Platform Number and Stops

For passengers traveling on the 22310 Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express, the following details provide all necessary information about the halts, including station names, codes, and platform numbers. This ensures a clear understanding of the stops along the route for a smooth journey.

Halt/Stops	Station Name	Station Code	*Platform Number
Start	Bhagalpur Junction	BGP	1
First	Barahat Junction	BHLE	1
Second	Mandar Hill	MDLE	1
Third	Hansdiha	HSDA	1
Fourth	Nonihat Bhaturia	NNHT	2
Fifth	Dumka	DUMK	1
Sixth	Rampurhat Junction	RPH	2
Seventh	Bolpur Shantiniketan	BHP	2
End	Howrah Junction	HWH	1

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Note: *Platform numbers for the 22310 Vande Bharat Express may change. Please verify the platform information at the station before boarding.

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Coach Position and Its Components

To make your travel more comfortable, the following details provide an overview of the coach positions, serial numbers, colors, seating capacities, travel classes, and seating arrangements for the 22310 Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express. This offers a clear guide to the train’s layout, helping passengers easily navigate and choose the best seating options.

Coach Serial Number:	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8
Coach Position:	C7	C6	C5	C4	C3	E1	C2	C1
Coach Color:	Aqua Color	Aqua Color	Aqua Color	Aqua Color	Aqua Color	Pink Color	Aqua Color	Aqua Color
Seating Capacity:	44	78	78	78	78	52	78	44
Travel Class:	CC	CC	CC	CC	CC	EC	CC	CC
Seating Arrangement:	3×2	3×2	3×2	3×2	3×2	2×2	3×2	3X2

Train Routes and Frequency

The following details outline the 22310 Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express’s route and operational frequency, along with its running days. This information is essential for passengers to know the specific days and path of the train’s service, ensuring smooth travel planning.

Train Routes	Bhagalpur Junction → Barahat Junction → Mandar Hill → Hansdiha → Nonihat Bhaturia → Dumka → Rampurhat Junction → Bolpur Shantiniketan → Howrah Junction
Frequency	Six days a week, excluding Fridays
Running Days	Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays

Speed and Distance

The following details break down the speed and distance information for the 22310 Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express, including its average speed, maximum permissible speed, distance covered, and total journey time. These details provide passengers with a clear understanding of the train’s efficiency and travel duration.

Speed	Average: 61 km/h | Maximum: 130 km/h
Distance	386 km
Travel Time	5 hours 55 minutes

Fares

The 22310 Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express offers two travel classes: AC Chair Car (CC) and Executive Chair Car (EC). The following details provide comprehensive fare information for all stops along the route, helping passengers clearly understand the travel costs.

Station (From/To)	CC Fare (₹)	EC Fare (₹)
Bhagalpur Junction to Barahat Junction	380	705
Bhagalpur Junction to Mandar Hill	380	705
Bhagalpur Junction to Hansdiha	490	920
Bhagalpur Junction to Nonihat Bhaturia	495	930
Bhagalpur Junction to Dumka	525	1005
Bhagalpur Junction to Rampurhat Junction	640	1230
Bhagalpur Junction to Bolpur Shantiniketan	745	1445
Bhagalpur Junction to Howrah Junction	1195	2145

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Note: Fares include all additional charges, such as catering fees and other related costs, applicable only for the general quota.

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Connecting State and City

The 22310 Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express provides detailed travel information to help passengers navigate their journey smoothly. The following details offer insights into the train’s connecting states and cities, journey days, number of halts, and the total number of intermediate stations between the source and destination, ensuring passengers can plan their travel efficiently.

Connecting State/UT	Bihar and West Bengal
Connecting City	Bhagalpur and Howrah
Journey Days	Single Day
Intermediate Stations	7 halts and 82 Intermediate Stations between Howrah Junction and Bhagalpur Junction

Features and Facilities

The 22310 Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express is equipped with various features and facilities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable journey. The following details provide information on the number of coaches, seating configurations, and overall passenger capacity. It also includes the coach colors for each class, along with essential onboard facilities such as catering, entertainment, charging ports, baggage handling, and more, ensuring passengers have everything they need during their trip.

No. of Coaches:	8
Coach Class(es):	The Mini Vande Bharat Express is equipped with two types of coaches: AC Chair Car coaches, numbered from C1 to C7, and AC Executive Chair Car coaches designated as E1.
Coach Positions:	In the 8-coach Mini Vande Bharat Express, Coaches No. 8 and 7 are assigned to coach positions C1 and C2, Coaches No. 5 to 1 are allocated to coach positions C3 to C7, and Coaches No. 6 are designated for coach position E1.
No of AC Chair Coach Classes:	7
Seating Arrangement AC Chair Car:	3×2
No of AC Executive Chair Car Coach Classes:	1
Seating Arrangement AC Executive Chair Car:	2×2
Total Passenger Seating Capacity:	530
Seating Passengers Capacity by Coach No:	In the seating arrangement, both C7 and C1 coaches are designed for 44 passengers each. Moving to C6 through C2 coaches, these compartments offer spacious seating for 78 passengers each. Additionally, E1 coach is tailored to accommodate a total of 52 passengers comfortably.
AC Chair Coaches Color:	Aqua Color
AC Executive Chair Coaches Color:	Pink Color
Pantry/Catering facilities:	Yes (On Board Catering/E-Catering)
Observation Facilities:	Large Windows in All Coaches
Entertainment Facilities:	On-board WiFi, Infotainment System, Reading Light, Electric, Outlets, Bottle Holder, Seat Pockets, Tray Table
Charging Facilities:	Yes
Sleeping:	No
Seating Arrangement:	Airline Style, Rotatable seats
Baggage Facilities:	Overhead Racks
Sleeper Classes:	No
Other Facilities	KAVACH, Additional Parking Brakes and Traction Motor System, Smoke Alarms, CCTV Cameras, Bio-Vacuum Toilets, Sensor-based Water Taps, Roller Blinds, Automatic Doors, Odour Control System

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