26901 Sabarmati-Veraval Vande Bharat Express Train

The 26901 Sabarmati-Veraval Vande Bharat Express is India’s sixty-seventh (67th) semi-high-speed train, connecting Sabarmati with Veraval in Gujarat. Running from Sabarmati BG (Ahmedabad) to Veraval Junction, the train passes through multiple cities within Gujarat and makes five stops along the route. This express train was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi via video conferencing from Dahod on May 26, 2025.

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General Overview

The following table provides a detailed overview of the 26901 Sabarmati-Veraval 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	Sabarmati-Veraval Vande Bharat Express
Train Number	26901
No of Coaches	8
Train Series	Sixty-Seventh (67th) Vande Bharat Express Train
Train Generation	Sixty-Third 2nd Generation | Forty-Sixth 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	Western Railways (WR)
Inaugural Run	26 May 2025
Commercial Run	27 May 2025
Reverse Route:	26902 Veraval-Sabarmati Vande Bharat Express Train

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Platform Number and Stops

For passengers traveling on the 26901 Sabarmati-Veraval 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	Sabarmati BG	SBIB	7
First	Viramgam Junction	VG	1
Second	Surendranagar Junction	SUNR	1
Third	Wankaner Junction	WKR	1
Fourth	Rajkot Junction	RJT	1
Fifth	Junagadh Junction	JND	1
End	Veraval Junction	VRL	1

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Note: *Platform numbers for the 26901 Vande Bharat Express may change. Please verify the platform information at the station before boarding.

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Coach Position and Its Components | Train Reversed from Viramgam Junction

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 26901 Sabarmati-Veraval 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	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

*Note: 26901 Sabarmati-Veraval Vande Bharat Express undergoes a direction reversal at Viramgam Junction during its journey. At this station, the direction of the train changes, and as a result, the coach position also gets reversed.

🔵 Coach Position Before Reversal: (Sabarmati → Viramgam) C1 → C2 → E1 → C3 → C4 → C5 → C6 → C7

1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8
C1	C2	E1	C3	C4	C5	C6	C7

🔁 Coach Position After Reversal: (Viramgam→ Veraval) C7 → C6 → C5 → C4 → C3 → E1 → C2 → C1

1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8
C7	C6	C5	C4	C3	E1	C2	C1

Train Routes and Frequency

The following details outline the 26901 Sabarmati-Veraval 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	Sabarmati BG → Viramgam Junction → Surendranagar Junction → Wankaner Junction → Rajkot Junction → Junagadh Junction → Veraval Junction
Frequency	Six days a week, excluding Thursdays
Running Days	Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays

Speed and Distance

The following details break down the speed and distance information for the 26901 Sabarmati-Veraval 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: 110 km/h
Distance	439 km
Travel Time	07 hours

Fares

The 26901 Sabarmati-Veraval 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 (₹)
Sabarmati BG to Viramgam Junction	440	830
Sabarmati BG to Surendranagar Junction	620	1125
Sabarmati BG to Wankaner Junction	750	1390
Sabarmati BG to Rajkot Junction	820	1525
Sabarmati BG to Junagadh Junction	985	1855
Sabarmati BG to Veraval Junction	1105	2110

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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 26901 Sabarmati-Veraval 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	Within Gujarat
Connecting City	Sabarmati, Viramgam, Surendranagar, Wankaner, Rajkot, Junagadh, and Veraval
Journey Days	Single Day
Intermediate Stations	5 halts and 67 Intermediate Stations between Sabarmati BG and Veraval Junction

Features and Facilities

The 26901 Sabarmati-Veraval Vande Bharat Express offers a variety of amenities to enhance the passenger experience. The table below provides key details, including the number of coaches, travel classes, seating arrangements, and capacity. It also includes information about coach colors, onboard catering, entertainment, charging facilities, baggage handling, and the availability of sleeper class.

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	The 8-coach position layout of the 26901 Sabarmati-Veraval Vande Bharat Express is as follows: C1 → C2 → E1 → C3 → C4 → C5 → C6 → C7. In the 8-coach Mini Vande Bharat Express, Coaches No. 1 and 2 (C1 and C2) are designated as Chair Car (CC). Coach No. 3 (E1) is reserved for Executive Class (EC), while Coaches No. 4 to 8 (C3 to C7) are also allocated as Chair Car (CC). *Note: The coach reversed at Viramgam Junction (VR), so the coach positions have also changed from this station to the destination, in reversed order (C1 → C7 becomes C7 → C1).
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 through the C2 to C6 coaches, these compartments offer spacious seating for 78 passengers each. Additionally, E1 coaches are tailored to accommodate 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, and 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, and Odour Control System.

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