Top 10 Superfast and High-Speed Trains in India

Among all the experiences you can gain in India, traveling by train is one of the top-notch activities. It is nothing more than just a mundane task for a commoner using it as his daily mode of transportation.

However, today’s technology has managed to add some entertainment and comfort to this mundane task and turned it into a tourism activity. Of all the existing fleets of rails in India, here are the 10 affordable, high-speed, and fastest trains in India to try for inter-state travel.

1. Vande Bharat Express - 180 km/h Speed

Vande Bharat Express, also called Train 18, is a new-generation train. It is simply the basic train structure with numerous additional new features added to every element, like bio-toilets, automatic doors, on-board premium food, a GPS-based passenger information system, Wi-Fi, and so on.

The train runs between Varanasi and Delhi. The train journey is just eight hours and has been a hit among travelers since its maiden trip in 2018.

Maximum Speed: 180 km/hr
Average Speed: 130km/hr

2. Humsafar Express - 160 km/h Speed

This is a famous line of trains focusing on overnight trips and long-distance tours. With the additional features in this train, the long journey seems like a breeze.

LED lights, CCTV cameras, GPS-based information systems, comfortable berth systems, bio-toilets, soup vending machines, coffee machines, and other features are some of the iconic elements of Humsafar Express. This three-tier AC train with 22 coaches is running on different routes.

Maximum Speed - 160 km/hr
Average Speed - 69 km/hr

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3. Antyodaya Express - 120 km/h Speed

The Antyodaya Express is focused on providing a good travel experience for unreserved travelers. This train has 20 general coaches only. The train is fitted with numerous features like a water purifier, a fire extinguisher, laptop charging points, LED lights, and others. To satisfy the power needs, two power cars are fitted to the train. The Antyodaya Express is said to make it to the tracks by 2019.

Maximum Speed - 120 km/hr
Average Speed - 56 km/hr

4. Deen Dayalu Coaches

These coaches give a different train traveling experience for general class travelers. The general class seats are usually filled by middle- and lower-class people. Providing a comfortable traveling experience to them is the motto of this train. It provides basic features like bio-toilets, filtered drinking water, mobile charging points, comfortable seats, and others.

5. Tejas Express - 180 km/h Speed

The Tejas Express started in 2017, and the first train ran between Mumbai and Goa. With the success of this train, the second train on the same line was made to run between Chennai and Madurai at the beginning of 2019.

Another train is said to be added to this family in the upcoming years, serving the route between Chandigarh and Delhi. Similar to the above-stated trains, this line of trains also provides numerous updated facilities.

Maximum Speed - 180 km/hr
Average Speed - 130 km/hr

6. UDAY Express - 110 km/h Speed

The Utkrisht Double Decker Air Conditioned Yatri Express, or UDAY Express, is a double-decked AC chair car train that runs between Bangalore and Coimbatore. This train is considered a luxury travel option for business-class travelers.

The train was introduced to reduce the crowd on the busy route and has 40% more seats than other trains of its size. For comparison, the Shatabdi Express has 78 seats, and the UDAY Express holds 120 seats. Here you can read about Uday Express: What You Need to Know.

Maximum Speed - 110 km/hr
Average Speed -  65 km/hr

7. Gatimaan Express - 160 km/h Speed

Gatimaan Express is the 2nd fastest train in India, which travels with an average speed of 160 km/hr. It is the first semi-high-speed train in India. Gatimaan Express runs between Delhi and Jhansi, pulled by an electric locomotive WAP 5 of Ghaziabad and coaches with LHB executive coaches and AC chair car. On board this train contains a hostess like airline style. It contains Anubhuti luxury LHB coaches, Executive Class tickets, and AC chair car.

Maximum Speed – 160 km/hr
Average Speed – 91.25 km/hr

8. Mumbai Rajdhani Express - 140 km/h Speed

Mumbai Rajdhani Express is the fastest train that runs between Mumbai and New Delhi. It travels with an average speed of 130 km/hr. It is the fastest express train of the Rajdhani class. This Express train is considered the first Rajdhani to get Alstom LHB coaches. It is also called the Mumbai Central- New Delhi Rajdhani Express. It contains AC 3 Tier, AC 2 Tier, and AC 1st Class.

Maximum Speed – 115 km/hr
Average Speed – 88 km/hr

9. Bandra Nizamuddin Garib Rath Express - 130 km/h Speed

Bandra Nizamuddin Garib Rath Express is one of the fastest trains in India, which travels with an average speed of 130 km/hr. It is a part of the Garib Rath category. The superfast Garib Rath Express train is fully air-conditioned trains with more seats and berths; most do not provide bedding or free food. Garib Rath's maximum speed is 130 kmph, but the speed of current operation of 82 km / h. It contains an AC chair car and an AC 3-tier.

Maximum Speed – 130 km/hr
Average Speed – 82 km/hr

10. Sealdah Duronto Express - 130 km/h Speed

Sealdah Duronto Express is a superfast train that runs between Sealdah and New Delhi. It runs with an average speed of 130 km/hr. Duronto Express is a non-stop express train of Indian Railways and is considered the most efficient and fastest train on the Grand Chord between these two cities. It contains classes such as AC 3-tier, AC 2-tier, and AC 1st class.

Maximum Speed – 130 km/hr
Average Speed – 87 km/hr

If you are willing to enjoy the Indian lifestyle, it is best to try the train journey at least once during your vacation. Choose the train of your choice based on the budget and destination and experience the cultural emphasis that the trains have on the Indians’ day-to-day lifestyle.

With the Palace on Wheels, Deccan Odyssey, and Maharajas Express itineraries, you can head to famous Indian destinations. These trains are one of the best ways to travel in India.

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