Pune to Welcome Four New Vande Bharat Trains, Enhancing Regional Connectivity
Pune is set to receive four new Vande Bharat Express trains, connecting the city to Shegaon, Vadodara, Secunderabad, and Belagavi. These modern trains will reduce travel times and provide a more comfortable journey, boosting regional connectivity and development.
PuneVande BharatIndian RailwaysConnectivityRegional DevelopmentReal Estate PuneJul 18, 2025
The city currently operates two Vande Bharat Express services on the Pune-Kolhapur and Pune-Hubballi routes. The eagerly anticipated new services will feature upgraded amenities including improved seating, enhanced lighting, and various additional features typical of the Vande Bharat fleet. While the full schedule is yet to be released, expected stops for the Pune-Shegaon route include Daund, Ahmednagar, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, and Jalna. For the Pune-Vadodara route, likely halts are at Lonavala, Panvel, Vapi, and Surat. This specific journey is expected to reduce travel time from approximately nine hours to around six to seven hours, significantly benefiting commuters and travelers.
The Pune-Secunderabad route may include stops at Daund, Solapur, and Gulbarga, potentially saving passengers up to three hours of travel time. Meanwhile, the Pune-Belagavi service is proposed to halt at Satara, Sangli, and Miraj. Fares for these new Vande Bharat services are anticipated to range between one thousand five hundred and two thousand rupees. Beyond these immediate launches, Indian Railways is also planning a Pune-Nagpur Vande Bharat sleeper service aiming to boost overnight connectivity across Maharashtra, supporting tourism, business, and regional development in connected areas like Shegaon, a key pilgrimage site.
This expansion of Vande Bharat services from Pune promises to revolutionize rail travel, offering faster, more comfortable, and convenient options. The new routes are poised to significantly reduce travel times, foster regional development, and enhance overall connectivity. This marks a strategic move by Indian Railways to modernize and expand the nation's high-speed rail network.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the new Vande Bharat routes connecting from Pune?
The new Vande Bharat routes connecting from Pune are to Shegaon, Vadodara, Secunderabad, and Belagavi.
How many Vande Bharat trains will Pune have after the new additions?
Pune will have a total of six Vande Bharat trains after the new additions.
What are the expected travel time reductions for the Pune-Vadodara route?
The Pune-Vadodara route is expected to reduce travel time from approximately nine hours to around six to seven hours.
What are the fares for the new Vande Bharat services?
Fares for the new Vande Bharat services are anticipated to range between one thousand five hundred and two thousand rupees.
What is the planned Pune-Nagpur Vande Bharat service for?
The planned Pune-Nagpur Vande Bharat sleeper service aims to boost overnight connectivity across Maharashtra, supporting tourism, business, and regional development.
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