Indian Railways is set to introduce its first Vande Bharat Sleeper train on the Howrah–Guwahati route, marking an expansion of the semi high-speed Vande Bharat network into long-distance overnight travel. The train will have 16 fully air-conditioned coaches, including 11 AC three-tier coaches, four AC two-tier coaches and one AC first-class coach, with a total passenger capacity of over 800. 2 4 The train has been designed for night journeysFare details released by the Indian Railways indicate a premium pricing structure. For the full journey between Howrah and Kamakhya, tickets are priced at Rs 2,299 for AC three-tier, Rs 2,970 for AC two-tier and Rs 3,640 for first class, excluding applicable taxes. RELATED TOPICS Indian Railways Railways

Source: The Telegraph January 13, 2026 08:48 UTC