21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express Train (via Barkakana)

The 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express, India’s 56th Vande Bharat train, connects Jamshedpur, a major industrial center in Jharkhand, with Patna, the capital city of Bihar, via Barkakana. This modern semi-high-speed train was inaugurated on September 15, 2024, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi through video conferencing from Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand.

Train Timetables and Schedules

Station Name

Arrival

Departure

Halt Time

Distance

Tatanagar Junction

Start

05:25 AM

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0 km

Chandil Junction

06:08 AM

06:10 AM

02 min

36 km

Muri Junction

07:13 AM

07:15 AM

02 min

104 km

Barkakana Junction

08:30 AM

08:35 AM

05 min

162 km

DaltonGanj

10:42 AM

10:44 AM

02 min

347 km

Garhwa Road Junction

11:45 AM

11:50 AM

05 min

380 km

Son Nagar Junction

01:05 PM

01:15 PM

10 min

473 km

Gaya Junction

02:25 PM

02:30 PM

05 min

552 km

Patna Junction


03:55 PM

End

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644 km

General Overview

The following table presents key details about the 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express, including its train type, number, series, generation, manufacturer, operator, inaugural run, and more. This provides passengers with insights into the train’s technological specifications and operational history.

Train ServiceVande Bharat Express (formerly known as Train18)
Train TypeSemi-High-Speed
Train NameTatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express
Train Number21893
No. of Coaches8
Train SeriesFifty-Sixth (56th) Vande Bharat Express Train
Train GenerationFifty-Third 2nd Generation | Thirty-Seventh Mini Vande Bharat 2.0 Express 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 ZoneSouth Eastern Railways (SER)
Inaugural Run15 September 2024
Commercial Run18 September 2024
Reverse Route21894 Patna-Tatanagar Vande Bharat Express Train (via Barkakana)

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Train TimetablesCoach PositionPlatform Number

Platform Number and Stops

Here’s a helpful overview of the halts and platform numbers for the 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express. The table includes station names and codes, providing passengers with clear information on where to board or alight during the journey.

Halt/StopsStation NameStation Code*Platform Number
StartTatanagar JunctionTATA1
FirstChandil JunctionCNI2
SecondMuri JunctionMURI2
ThirdBarkakana JunctionBRKA5
FourthDaltonGanjDTO1
FifthGarhwa Road JunctionGHD1
SixthSon Nagar JunctionSEB4
SeventhGaya JunctionGAYA6
EndPatna JunctionPNBE10

Note: *Platform numbers for the 21893 Vande Bharat Express may change. Please verify the platform information at the station before boarding.


Coach Position and Its Components

The following table provides coach details for the 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express, including serial numbers, positions, colors, seating capacities, and travel classes. It also outlines seating arrangements to help passengers plan their journey comfortably.

Coach Serial Number12345678
Coach PositionT1C1C2C3C4C5E1C6C7T2
Coach ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorAqua ColorPink ColorAqua ColorAqua Color
Seating Capacity4478787878527844
Travel ClassCCCCCCCCCCECCCCC
Seating Arrangement3×23×23×23×23×22×23×23X2

Train Routes and Frequency

The table below outlines the complete route of the 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express, along with its frequency and running days. Passengers can refer to this schedule to better understand the train’s operations and plan their journey accordingly.

Train RoutesTatanagar Junction ➝ Chandil Junction ➝ Muri Junction ➝ Barkakana Junction ➝ Daltonganj ➝ Garhwa Road Junction ➝ Son Nagar Junction ➝ Gaya Junction ➝ Patna Junction
FrequencyThe train operates once a week, only on Sundays, excluding all other days.
Running DaysOnly Sundays

Speed and Distance

The following table provides an overview of the speed and distance details for the 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express. Included are its average speed, maximum speed, total distance, and the total time it takes to travel from the source to the destination, giving passengers insights into the efficiency of the service.

SpeedAverage: 61 km/h | Maximum: 130 km/h
Distance644 km
Travel Time10 hours 30 minutes

Fares

The 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express offers fares for AC Chair Car (CC) and Executive Chair Car (EC). The table below details ticket prices from the starting station to key halts and the terminal station, allowing passengers to budget their travel easily.

Station (From/To)CC Fare (₹)EC Fare (₹)
Tatanagar Junction to Chandil Junction485845
Tatanagar Junction to Muri Junction5651015
Tatanagar Junction to Barkakana Junction6651215
Tatanagar Junction to Daltonganj9601825
Tatanagar Junction to Garhwa Road Junction10301950
Tatanagar Junction to Son Nagar Junction13852475
Tatanagar Junction to Gaya Junction15302780
Tatanagar Junction to Patna Junction16553030

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 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express provides travelers with essential route information in one place. The table below outlines the connecting states/UTs, cities served, journey days, and halts/stops. It also includes the total number of intermediate stations from the source to the destination, helping passengers better understand the route and plan their trip accordingly.

Connecting State/UTJharkhand and Bihar
Connecting CityTatanagar (Jamshedpur) and Patna
Journey DaysSingle Day
Intermediate Stations7 halts and 115 Intermediate Stations between Tatanagar Junction and Patna Junction

Features and Facilities

Designed for comfort and convenience, the 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express boasts several modern amenities. In the table below, you’ll find details such as the number of coaches, the seating arrangements, the total passenger capacity, and the class-specific coach colors. The train also offers various on-board facilities like catering, charging points, entertainment options, and baggage handling, along with whether sleeper class is available.

No. of Coaches8
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 PositionsThe 8-coach position layout of the 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express is as follows: C1 → C2 → C3 → C4 → C5 → E1 → C6 → C7. In the 8-coach Mini Vande Bharat Express, Coaches No. 1 to 5 (C1 to C5) are designated as Chair Car (CC). Coach No. 6 (E1) is reserved for Executive Class (EC), while Coaches No. 7 and 8 (C6 and C7) are also allocated as Chair Car (CC).
No of AC Chair Coach Classes7
Seating Arrangement AC Chair Car3×2
No of AC Executive Chair Car Coach Classes1
Seating Arrangement AC Executive Chair Car2×2
Total Passenger Seating Capacity530
Seating Passengers Capacity by Coach NoIn the seating arrangement, both C1 and C7 coaches are designed for 44 passengers each. Moving to C2 through C7 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 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)

What are the departure and arrival times of the 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express?

The 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express departs from Tatanagar Junction at 05:25 AM and arrives at Patna Junction at 03:55 PM.

What is the train’s frequency and operating days for the 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express?

The train operates only on Sundays, running once a week and does not run on any other days.

What are the names of the stations where the 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express halts during its route?

The 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express halts at seven stations between Tatanagar and Patna: Chandil Junction, Muri Junction, Barkakana Junction, Daltonganj, Garhwa Road Junction, Son Nagar Junction, Gaya Junction.

Can you provide the travel time, speed, distance, and maximum permissible speed for the 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express?

The train covers a distance of 644 km in approximately 10 hours 30 minutes, maintaining an average speed of 61 km/h. The maximum permissible speed of the train is 130 km/h.

Which cities and stations are covered by the 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express?

The 21893 Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express connects major cities, including Tatanagar, Chandil, Muri, Barkakana, Daltonganj, Garhwa, Son Nagar, Gaya, and Patna, and follows this route: Tatanagar Junction 🡒 Chandil Junction 🡒 Muri Junction 🡒 Barkakana Junction 🡒 Daltonganj 🡒 Garhwa Road Junction 🡒 Son Nagar Junction 🡒 Gaya Junction 🡒 Patna Junction.


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