Varanasi to Howrah in Just 2 hours, This train to cut travel time between two Big cities by…, 760-km corridor to connect UP and…, top speed to be…

New Delhi: Indian Railways has seen a massive transformation in the last 10 years under the Narendra Modi government. From 100 percent electrification of tracks to upgradation of railway platforms, the authorities have inducted a slew of programs that have changed the face of the railway sector. Indian Railways is making major progress toward its high-speed travel vision with the Varanasi–Patna–Howrah Bullet Train project. The corridor promises to provide ultra-fast connectivity between Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh and Howrah in West Bengal, forming a crucial part of India’s expanding high-speed rail network.

According to the reports, the 760-kilometer proposed route will pass through major cities such as Buxar, Ara, Patna, Gaya, Dhanbad, Asansol, Durgapur, and Burdwan. It is important to note that the route will cover the entire distance in just two hours. According to project details, route will include about 260 km of elevated tracks within Bihar.

The project is in the Detailed Project Report (DPR) stage. The surveys of the route is underway to finalize land requirements and determine the precise route. Once completed, the Varanasi-Howrah High-Speed Rail Corridor is expected to significantly reduce travel time, enhancing connectivity between these key cities.

The proposed elevated route will feature stations at Buxar, Patna, Gaya, Asansol, Dhanbad, Durgapur, and Howrah, while Ara and Nawada are under consideration as additional stops. Reports indicate that the bullet train is expected to reach a top speed of 350 km/h, with travel times ranging from just over two hours to around four hours, depending on various projections.

It is important to note that the Indian Railways has not announced an official launch date yet. However, reports suggest that the route is expected to become operational by mid-2027. Survey work in Bihar has reportedly been completed, and land acquisition is underway, pending final approval from Indian Railways to commence construction.

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