The 22435 Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express is India’s first (1st) semi-high-speed train, connecting the state of Uttar Pradesh to the NCT of Delhi. The train running from Varanasi Junction to New Delhi, passes through multiple cities and stops at Prayagraj Junction and Kanpur Central along its route.
Train Timetables and Schedules
Station Name | Arrival | Departure | Halt Time | Distance |
Varanasi Junction | Start | 03:00 PM | -- | 0 km |
Prayagraj Junction | 04:30 PM | 04:32 PM | 02 min | 124 km |
Kanpur Central | 06:30 PM | 06:32 PM | 02 min | 319 km |
New Delhi | 11:00 PM | End | -- | 759 km |
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General Overview
Get a quick overview of the 22435 Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express, offering fundamental details about this train’s service, series, operator zone, and more.
Train Service: | Vande Bharat Express (formerly known as Train18) |
Train Type: | Semi-High-Speed |
Train Name: | Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express |
Train Number: | 22435 |
No. of Coaches | 20 |
Train Series: | First (1st) Vande Bharat Express Train |
Train Generation: | First Train | First Generation->Upgraded in 2023 to the Second (2nd) Generation |
Train Version: | Vande Bharat 1.0 or VB1->Now 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: | Northern Railways (NR) |
Inaugural Run: | 15 February 2019 |
Commercial Run: | 15 February 2019 |
Reverse Route: | 22436 New Delhi-Varanasi Vande Bharat Express Train |
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Platform Number and Stops
Halt/Stops | Station Name | Station Code | *Platform Number |
Start | Varanasi Junction | BSB | 1 |
First | Prayagraj Junction | PRYJ | 6 |
Second | Kanpur Central | CNB | 1 |
End | New Delhi | NDLS | 16 |
Coach Position and Its Components
Coach Serial Number: | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
Coach Position: | ![]() | C17 | C16 | C15 | C14 | C13 | C12 | E2 | E1 | C11 | C10 | C9 | C8 | C7 | C6 | C5 | C4 | C3 | C2 | C1![]() |
Coach Color: | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Pink Color | Pink Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color |
Seating Capacity: | 44 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 52 | 52 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 44 |
Travel Class: | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | EC | EC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC |
Seating Arrangement: | 3×2 | 3×2 | 3×2 | 3×2 | 3×2 | 3×2 | 3×2 | 2X2 | 2X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 |
Train Routes and Frequency
Train Routes | Varanasi Junction → Prayagraj Junction → Kanpur Central → New Delhi |
Frequency | Six days a week, excluding Thursdays |
Running Days | Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays |
Speed and Distance
Speed | Average: 95 km/h | Maximum: 130 km/h |
Distance | 759 km |
Travel Time | 8 hours |
Fares
Station (From/To) | CC Fare (₹) | EC Fare (₹) |
Varanasi Junction to Prayagraj Junction | 555 | 1060 |
Varanasi Junction to Kanpur Central | 880 | 1710 |
Varanasi Junction to New Delhi | 1750 | 3305 |
Note: Fares include all additional charges, such as catering fees and other related costs, applicable only for the general quota.
Connecting State and City
Connecting State/UT | Uttar Pradesh and Delhi |
Connecting City | Varanasi and New Delhi |
Journey Days | Single Day |
Intermediate Stations | 2 halts and 122 Intermediate Stations between Varanasi Junction Junction and New Delhi |
Features and Facilities
No. of Coaches | 20 |
Coach Class(es) | The Vande Bharat Express is equipped with two types of coaches: AC Chair Car coaches, numbered from C1 to C18, and AC Executive Chair Car coaches designated as E1 and E2. |
Coach Positions | The Coach Position of Vande Bharat Express 22435 is as follows: C18–C17–C16–C15–C14–C13–C12–E2–E1–C11–C10–C9–C8–C7–C6–C5–C4–C3–C2–C1. In the 20-coach Vande Bharat Express, Coaches No. 1 to 7 are assigned to coach positions C18 and C12, Coaches No. 8 and 9 are designated for coach positions E2 and E1, and Coaches No. 10 to 20 are allocated to coach positions C11 to C1. |
No of AC Chair Coach Classes | 18 |
Seating Arrangement AC Chair Car | 3×2 |
No of AC Executive Chair Car Coach Classes | 2 |
Seating Arrangement AC Executive Chair Car | 2×2 |
Total Passenger Seating Capacity | 1440 |
Seating Passengers Capacity by Coach No | In the seating arrangement, both C18 and C1 coaches are designed to accommodate 44 passengers each. Moving on to C17 through C2 coaches, these compartments offer spacious seating for 78 passengers each. Additionally, E2 and E1 coaches are tailored to comfortably accommodate a total of 52 passengers each. |
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 |
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
What are the departure and arrival times of the 22435 Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express?
The train departs from Varanasi Junction at 03:00 PM and arrives at New Delhi at 11:00 PM.
What is the travel time, distance, and average speed of the 22435 Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express?
The train takes 8 hours to cover a distance of 759 km, with an average speed of 95 km/h.
How often does the 22435 Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express operate, and on which days does it run?
The train operates six days a week, excluding Thursdays.
What is the route of the 22435 Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express?
The train follows this route: Varanasi Junction → Prayagraj Junction → Kanpur Central → New Delhi.
How many stops does the 22435 Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express make?
The train makes 2 stops: Prayagraj Junction and Kanpur Central.
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