The RAILWAYS has launched a special Vande Bharat Express train service in West Bengal to cater to the increased demand during this festive season.
The train runs between Howrah and New Jalpaiguri (NJP) railway station and is being managed by the Eastern Railway (ER) zone. The Indian Railways said this special Vande Bharat Express train will be in service till November 29, 2023.
Train No 02301/02302 Howrah-New Jalpaiguri-Howrah Vande Bharat Express Special covers a distance of 561 kms in seven hours and 30 minutes. Interestingly, this is fastest train on the route followed by Shatabdi Express and Saraighat Express. Both the trains cover the same distance in 08:30 hrs and 09:00 hrs respectively.