Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train: Check launch date, route, stoppages, ticket price, food menu

Howrah–Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Launch Date, Route, Stoppages, Fare: A total of 823 passengers can travel on Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train. This new semi-high-speed train will have a design speed up to 180 kmph.

Howrah–Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train to run soon (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train: Indian Railways (IR) is set to introduce the Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train this month. This new train is expected to transform long-distance rail journey in the country. Developed by BEML with ICF (Integral Coach Factory) technology, this new train will run with 16 coaches.

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Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train: Launch date

The Howrah-Guwhati Vande Bharat Sleeper train will be rolled out in the next 17-18 days. Speaking to reporters, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the first Vande Bharat Sleeper train will be flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi by January 18.

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Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train: Route

The first Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train will run from Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya). A total of two rakes will be in service on the route. The train will run via Bandel Junction. This new train is expected to be maintained and operated by Eastern Railway (ER) zone.

Comfortable cushioned berths in Vande Bharat Sleeper train (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Kolkata-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train: Stoppages

During its journey between Howrah and Guwahati, the first Vande Bharat Sleeper train will halt at eight stations. These are: Bandel, Katwa, New Farakka, Malda Town, New Jalpaiguri, New Coochbehar and New Bongaigaon.

Route map of Howrah-Guwahati-Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper train (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Kolkata-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train timetable

Indian Railways has not yet announced the schedule of Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train. However, Vaishnaw said that the train will depart in the evening.

Vande Bharat Sleeper train interior (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Kolkata-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train ticket price

The Howrah–Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train will feature three classes of coaches: Third AC, Second AC and First AC. The fare for travel between Howrah and Guwahati (and vice versa) is Rs 2,300 for Third AC, Rs 3,000 for Second AC, and Rs 3,600 for First AC.

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Speaking to Indianexpress.com, Vaishnaw said that Vande Bharat Sleeper train will not have any dynamic train. “There will be no dynamic fare,” the minister said. He further added that the food price will be included in the fare.

Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train food menu

Railway Minister also stated that Howrah-Guwahati-Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper train will have regional dishes. “On the Guwahati–Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper, passengers will be served Assamese cuisine, while on the Howrah–Guwahati service, Bengali food will be offered,” he said.

Anish Mondal

Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More

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