Vande Bharat Sleeper Express

Vande Bharat Sleeper Express
First prototype
Overview
Service typeInter-city semi-high-speed rail
StatusOperational
PredecessorRajdhani Express
First service17 January 2026 (17 January 2026)
Current operatorIndian Railways
Websiteindianrail.gov.in
Route
TerminiHowrah Junction (HWH) Kamakhya Junction (KYQ)
Line used1
On-board services
ClassesFirst AC (1A)
Second AC (2A)
Third AC (3A)
Sleeping arrangements
  • Sleeping seats
Catering facilitiesOn-board
Observation facilitiesWide windows
Entertainment facilities
Other facilities
Technical
Rolling stockVande Bharat (sleeper trainset)
Track gauge1,676 mm (5 ft 6 in) broad gauge
Electrification25 kV 50 Hz AC Overhead line
Operating speed180 km/h (110 mph) (maximum) 200 km/h (120 mph) (potential maximum)
Average length16 coaches, 11 coaches 3AC, 4 coaches 2AC, 1 coach First AC
Route map
1st: Howrah-Kamakhya

The Vande Bharat Sleeper Express is a medium to long-distance superfast express service by Indian Railways. It is a reserved, air-conditioned sleeper service connecting cities that are 800 km (500 mi) to 1,200 km (750 mi) apart. It is operated by self-propelling trainsets, designed and manufactured in India. The first prototype of the train set was rolled out by BEML in September 2024. The first service began operation on 17 January 2026.

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