No more waiting list woes; Vande Bharat gets big boost on Delhi–Khajuraho route

Vande Bharat Express Train: Travelling to Khajuraho from Delhi just got a lot easier. The Vande Bharat Express, known for its speed and comfort, will now run with 16 coaches instead of 8 — doubling its capacity to meet the rising rush of passengers.

The North Central Railway shared the update, saying this move aims to reduce waiting lists, offer a smoother travel experience, and make tourism more accessible. With more seats now available, passengers heading to the heritage town of Khajuraho can breathe easy.

Vande Bharat Express Train: What’s new?

Train number 22470/22469 — the New Delhi-Khajuraho Vande Bharat Express — will now permanently run with 16 coaches. The decision comes after a consistent rise in passenger numbers and feedback from travellers looking for better availability and comfort.

नई दिल्ली से खजुराहो तक – अब वंदे भारत चलेगी दोगुनी क्षमता के साथ

उत्तर मध्य रेलवे के अंतर्गत संचालित 22470/22469 नई दिल्ली – खजुराहो वंदे भारत एक्सप्रेस को अब स्थायी रूप से 16 कोचों के रेक के साथ संचालित किया जाएगा #VandeBharatExpress #NCRailway #IndianRailways… pic.twitter.com/QEy1mYus70

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Vande Bharat Express Train: Train schedule

The train departs from Delhi’s Hazrat Nizamuddin station at 6:00 AM and reaches Khajuraho by 2:20 PM. On the return leg, it leaves Khajuraho at 2:50 PM and gets back to Delhi at 11:10 PM. It runs daily, making it a convenient option for tourists and regular travellers alike.

Vande Bharat Express Train: Route & fare

On its journey, the train halts at Agra Cantt, Gwalior Junction, Datia, Jhansi Junction, Lalitpur, Tikamgarh, and Chhattarpur before reaching Khajuraho. The route remains the same on the way back. As for the fare, a Chair Car (CC) ticket costs Rs 1,669. With the coach capacity now doubled, passengers can expect better seat availability, especially during peak seasons. This change reflects Indian Railways’ effort to make premium travel more inclusive and efficient — keeping both comfort and convenience on track.