Vande Bharat Sleeper fares start at ₹960, peak at ₹13,300; no RAC or waitlist facility

The new Vande Bharat Sleeper Express trains, which promise higher speed, enhanced comfort, and improved safety features, also come with airline-like fares. Prices range from ₹960 for a 3AC ticket for journeys up to 400 km to high of ₹13,300 for a 1AC ticket for the longest distance of 3,500 km.

For journeys up to 400 km, fares start at ₹960 (3AC), ₹1,240 (2AC) and ₹1,520 (1AC). For trips up to 800 km, the fares are ₹1,920 (3AC), ₹2,480 (2AC) and ₹3,040 (1AC). For journeys up to 1,600 km, the fares are ₹3,840 (3AC), ₹4,960 (2AC) and ₹6,080 (1AC), according to official sources.

For distances up to 2,000 km, fares will be ₹4,800 (3AC), ₹6,200 (2AC) and ₹7,600 (1AC). For journeys up to 2,800 km, the fares rise to ₹6,720 (3AC), ₹8,680 (2AC) and ₹10,640 (1AC). For the maximum distance of 3,500 km, passengers will pay ₹8,400 (3AC), ₹10,850 (2AC) and ₹13,300 (1AC). Officials added that fares vary incrementally depending on the distance travelled.

No RAC

The Vande Bharat Sleeper trains will cater only to passengers with confirmed tickets, with no provision for RAC, waitlisted or partially confirmed tickets. All berths will be available from the first day of the advance reservation period.