Vande Bharat Express Launched Between Meerut and Varanasi, Easier Travel to Ayodhya
UP News: Connectivity between Western Uttar Pradesh and Purvanchal has received a major boost with the launch of the Vande Bharat Express (22490/22489) between Meerut and Varanasi. The high-speed train will travel via Ayodhya Dham, making the journey more convenient and comfortable for passengers.
Train Route and Travel Time
The Vande Bharat Express will cover the 782 km distance from Meerut City to Varanasi Junction in 11 hours 55 minutes. On its route, the train will halt at Muradabad, Bareilly, Lucknow, and Ayodhya Dham. The service will be available six days a week (except Tuesday). Passengers can choose between Chair Car and Executive Class categories.
- Chair Car Fare: ₹2,140 (per passenger, Meerut to Varanasi)
- Executive Class Fare: ₹3,765 (per passenger)
- Executive Class Capacity: 52 passengers with 272 rotating seats
- Chair Car Capacity: 78 passengers per coach
Timetable from Meerut to Varanasi (22490)
- Departure from Meerut City: 06:35 AM
- Muradabad: Arrive 08:35 AM, Depart 08:40 AM
- Bareilly: Arrive 09:58 AM, Depart 10:00 AM
- Lucknow: Arrive 01:45 PM, Depart 01:55 PM
- Ayodhya Dham: Arrive 03:53 PM, Depart 03:55 PM
- Arrival at Varanasi Junction: 06:25 PM
Timetable from Varanasi to Meerut (22489)
- Departure from Varanasi: 09:10 AM
- Ayodhya Dham: Arrive 11:40 AM, Depart 11:42 AM
- Lucknow: Arrive 01:40 PM, Depart 01:50 PM
- Bareilly: Arrive 05:15 PM, Depart 05:17 PM
- Muradabad: Arrive 06:50 PM, Depart 06:55 PM
- Arrival at Meerut City: 09:05 PM
With this new service, travel from Meerut to Ayodhya and Varanasi has now become faster, more comfortable, and cost-effective for passengers.
