22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express Train

The 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express is India’s tenth (10th) semi-high-speed train, improving rail connectivity between Shirdi and Mumbai in Maharashtra. Departing from Sainagar Shirdi Terminus, the train travels to Mumbai CSMT (Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus), halting at four key stations along its route. This modern express train was inaugurated on February 10, 2023.

Train Timetables and Schedules

Station Name

Arrival

Departure

Halt Time

Distance

Sainagar Shirdi Terminus

Start

05:45 PM

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0 km

Nashik Road

07:33 PM

07:35 PM

02 min

157 km

Kalyan Junction

09:45 PM

09:47 PM

02 min

291 km

Thane

10:06 PM

10:08 PM

02 min

311 km

Dadar Central

10:28 PM

10:30 PM

02 min

336 km

Mumbai CSMT

10:50 PM

End

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344 km

General Overview

The table below highlights key details of the 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express, including its train type, number, series, generation, manufacturer, operator, inaugural run, and other specifications. This information provides passengers with a clear and concise understanding of the train’s design, features, and operations.

Train ServiceVande Bharat Express (formerly known as Train18)
Train TypeSemi-High-Speed
Train NameSainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express
Train Number22224
No. of Coaches16
Train SeriesTenth (10th) Vande Bharat Express Train
Train GenerationEighth 2nd Generation Train
Train VersionVande Bharat 2.0 or VB2
Designed ByResearch Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO)
Manufactured ByIntegral Coach Factory (ICF)
Operated ByIndian Railways
Current Operator ZoneCentral Railway (CR)
Inaugural Run10 February 2023
Commercial Run11 february 2023
Reverse Route22223 Mumbai CSMT-Sainagar Shirdi Vande Bharat Express Train

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Platform Number and Stops

The table below provides details of the halts, station names, station codes, and platform numbers for the 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express. This information helps passengers easily identify their boarding points and stops along the route.

Halt/StopsStation NameStation Code*Platform Number
StartSainagar Shirdi TerminusSNSI2
FirstNashik RoadNK3
SecondKalyan JunctionKYN5
ThirdThaneTNA6
FourthDadar CentralDR12
EndMumbai CSMTCSMT15

Note: *Platform numbers for the 22224 Vande Bharat Express may change. Please verify the platform information at the station before boarding.


Coach Position and Its Components

The table below provides details of the halts, station names, station codes, and platform numbers for the 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express. This information helps passengers easily identify their boarding points and stops along the route.

Coach Serial Number12345678910111213141516
Coach PositionT1C1C2C3C4C5C6C7E1E2C8C9C10C11C12C13C14T2
Coach ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorPink ColorPink ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorAqua Color
Seating Capacity44787878787878525278787878787844
Travel ClassCCCCCCCCCCCCCCECECCCCCCCCCCCCCCC
Seating Arrangement3×23×23×23×23×23×23×22X22X23X23X23X23X23X23X23X2

Train Routes and Frequency

The table below contains all the essential details about the 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express’s route, frequency, and running days. This information helps passengers understand the train’s schedule and select the right day for their journey.

Train RoutesSainagar Shirdi Terminus 🡒 Nashik Road 🡒 Kalyan Junction 🡒 Thane 🡒 Dadar Central 🡒 Mumbai CSMT
FrequencySix days a week, excluding Tuesdays
Running DaysSundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays

Speed and Distance

To better understand the operational performance of the 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express, the table below provides key details, including its average speed, maximum speed, total distance covered, and travel time. This information helps passengers plan their journey efficiently.

SpeedAverage: 67 km/h | Maximum: 130 km/h
Distance344 km
Travel Time5 hours 05 minutes

Fares

Passengers traveling on the 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express can choose between AC Chair Car (CC) and Executive Chair Car (EC) seating options. The table below provides fare details from the source to the destination, including fares for intermediate stations.

Station (From/To)CC Fare (₹)EC Fare (₹)
Sainagar Shirdi Terminus to Nashik Road6001145
Sainagar Shirdi Terminus to Kalyan Junction10401835
Sainagar Shirdi Terminus to Thane10651890
Sainagar Shirdi Terminus to Dadar Central11201985
Sainagar Shirdi Terminus to Mumbai CSMT11302020

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


Connecting State and City

The 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express provides a well-structured journey for passengers. The table below offers clear details about the connecting states, cities, journey days, stops, and the number of intermediate stations. This ensures travelers have all the necessary information to plan their trip smoothly.

Connecting State/UTOnly Maharashtra
Connecting CityShirdi and Mumbai
Journey DaysSingle Day
Intermediate Stations4 halts and 74 Intermediate Stations between Sainagar Shirdi Terminus and Mumbai CSMT

Features and Facilities

Travel in comfort and style on the 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express, designed with modern features for a pleasant journey. The table below provides details about the train’s coaches, class of service, seating arrangements, and total capacity. Additional amenities such as catering, entertainment, charging stations, baggage handling, and coach colors are also outlined to ensure a seamless travel experience.

No. of Coaches16
Coach Class(es)The Vande Bharat Express is equipped with two types of coaches: AC Chair Car coaches, numbered from C1 to C14, and AC Executive Chair Car coaches designated as E1 and E2.
Coach PositionsThe 16-coach position layout of the 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express is as follows: C1 → C2 → C3 → C4 → C5 → C6 → C7 → E1 → E2 → C8 → C9 → C10 → C11 → C12 → C13 → C14. In the 16-coach regular Vande Bharat Express, Coaches No. 1 to 7 (C1 to C7) are designated as Chair Car (CC). Coach No. 8 and 9 (E1 and E2) is reserved for Executive Class (EC), while Coaches No. 10 to 16 (C8 to C14) are also allocated as Chair Car (CC).
No of AC Chair Coach Classes14
Seating Arrangement AC Chair Car3×2
No of AC Executive Chair Car Coach Classes2
Seating Arrangement AC Executive Chair Car2×2
Total Passenger Seating Capacity1128
Seating Passengers Capacity by Coach NoIn the seating arrangement, both C1 and C14 coaches are designed to accommodate 44 passengers each. Moving on to C2 through C13 coaches, these compartments offer spacious seating for 78 passengers each. Additionally, E1 and E2 coaches are tailored to comfortably accommodate a total of 52 passengers each.
AC Chair Coaches ColorAqua Color
AC Executive Chair Coaches ColorPink Color
Pantry/Catering facilitiesYes (On Board Catering/E-Catering)
Observation FacilitiesLarge Windows in All Coaches
Entertainment FacilitiesOn-board WiFi, Infotainment System, Reading Light, Electric, Outlets, Bottle Holder, Seat Pockets, and Tray Table.
Charging FacilitiesYes
SleepingNo
Seating ArrangementAirline Style, Rotatable seats
Baggage FacilitiesOverhead Racks
Sleeper ClassesNo
Other FacilitiesKAVACH, 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.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

When does the 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express start its journey and when does it arrive?

The 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express departs from Sainagar Shirdi Terminus at 5:45 PM and arrives at Mumbai CSMT at 10:50 PM on the same day.

Can you tell me when the 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express operates?

The train runs six days a week, operating from Wednesday to Monday, and remains non-operational on Tuesdays.

How many halts does the 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express make, and where are these halts?

The train makes four halts during its journey at the following stations: Nashik Road, Kalyan Junction, Thane, and Dadar Central.

What are the distance, time, and speed details for the 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express?

The train covers a total distance of approximately 344 kilometers in around 5 hours and 05 minutes, maintaining an average speed of about 67 km/h. The maximum permissible speed on some stretches reaches up to 130 km/h.

What are the starting and ending stations of the 22224 Sainagar Shirdi-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express, and what is its route?

The train starts from Sainagar Shirdi Terminus and ends at Mumbai CSMT. The complete route is: Sainagar Shirdi Terminus 🡒 Nashik Road 🡒 Kalyan Junction 🡒 Thane 🡒 Dadar Central 🡒 Mumbai CSMT.


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