22309 Howrah-Bhagalpur Vande Bharat Express Train

The 22309 Howrah-Bhagalpur Vande Bharat Express, India’s 60th Vande Bharat Express, links Howrah, the vibrant capital of West Bengal, with Bhagalpur, known as the Silk City of Bihar. Inaugurated on September 15, 2024, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi via video conferencing from Ranchi, this express train offers a fast, comfortable, and efficient travel experience between these two prominent cities.

Train Timetables and Schedules

General Overview

The following table provides an organized snapshot of the 22309 Howrah-Bhagalpur Vande Bharat Express, outlining its train type, number, series, generation, manufacturer, operator, inaugural run, and more. This overview highlights the train’s general specifications.

Train Service	Vande Bharat Express (formerly known as Train18)
Train Type	Semi-High-Speed
Train Name	Howrah-Bhagalpur Vande Bharat Express
Train Number	22309
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	22310 Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express Train

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Platform Number and Stops

The table below provides a summary of the platform numbers and stops for the 22309 Howrah-Bhagalpur Vande Bharat Express, detailing station names and codes. This ensures that passengers can easily identify their stop for a smooth and hassle-free journey.

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

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Note: *Platform numbers for the 22309 Vande Bharat Express may change. Please verify the platform information at the station before boarding.

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Coach Position and Its Components

For a clearer understanding of the 22309 Howrah-Bhagalpur Vande Bharat Express’s coach layout, the table below provides details on the serial numbers, positions, colors, seating capacities, and travel classes. It also offers the seating arrangement for each coach to enhance the overall travel experience.

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

Train Routes and Frequency

Here’s a concise overview of the 22309 Howrah-Bhagalpur Vande Bharat Express’s route, frequency, and running days. The table provides clear information on the train’s operational path from source to destination and the days it operates, aiding in seamless trip planning.

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

Speed and Distance

In the table below, you’ll find all the relevant information about the 22309 Howrah-Bhagalpur Vande Bharat Express, including its average speed, maximum permissible speed, total distance, and travel time. This data is essential for passengers to gauge how quickly they will reach their destination.

Speed	Average: 61 km/h | Maximum: 130 km/h
Distance	385 km
Travel Time	6 hours 05 minutes

Fares

With both AC Chair Car (CC) and Executive Chair Car (EC) options, the 22309 Howrah-Bhagalpur Vande Bharat Express caters to diverse passenger needs. The fare table below outlines ticket costs for the entire route, including intermediate stops.

Station (From/To)	CC Fare (₹)	EC Fare (₹)
Howrah Junction to Bolpur Shantiniketan	635	1155
Howrah Junction to Rampurhat Junction	740	1370
Howrah Junction to Dumka	850	1585
Howrah Junction to Nonihat Bhaturia	890	1670
Howrah Junction to Hansdiha	920	1730
Howrah Junction to Mandar Hill	1175	2035
Howrah Junction to Barahat Junction	1185	2070
Howrah Junction to Bhagalpur Junction	1255	2195

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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

For those traveling on the 22309 Howrah-Bhagalpur Vande Bharat Express, essential details are available in the table below. It covers connecting states/UT, cities, journey days, halts, and the intermediate stations between Howrah and Bhagalpur Junction. This information ensures passengers have a clear picture of their journey, helping them plan effectively.

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

Features and Facilities

For passengers seeking both comfort and efficiency, the 22309 Howrah-Bhagalpur Vande Bharat Express offers an excellent array of features and facilities. The table below outlines detailed insights into the train’s seating arrangements, the number of AC Chair Cars and Executive Chair Cars, and the total passenger capacity. It also highlights the coach colors, catering services, entertainment options, charging stations, baggage handling facilities, and more, ensuring a pleasant and seamless journey.

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. 1 and 2 are assigned to coach positions C1 and C2, Coaches No. 4 to 8 are allocated to coach positions C3 to C7, and Coaches No. 3 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 C1 and C7 coaches are designed for 44 passengers each. Moving to C2 through C6 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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