- By Deeksha Gour
- Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:55 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Hyderabad-Hubli Express: The Indian Railways has upgraded the Hyderabad-Hubballi-Hyderabad Express with modern Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches and revised its schedule. The changes will take effect from December 10 and 11, depending on the direction of travel.
In a statement, the Solapur Division of Central Railway confirmed that Train No. 17320 Hyderabad–Hubballi Express will begin running with the LHB rake from the journey commencing 10 December. Meanwhile, Train No. 17319 Hubballi–Hyderabad Express will adopt the upgraded rake from 11 December.
New Coach Composition
According to The Hindu report, the LHB rake will consist of 22 coaches. The formation includes First Class, AC 2-Tier, AC 3-Tier, Sleeper Class and General Second Class coaches. A Luggage-cum-Brake Van and a generator car are also part of the arrangement.
Railway officials stated that the introduction of LHB coaches will offer enhanced safety and a more comfortable travel experience for passengers.
Updated Timings For Hubballi-Hyderabad Service
The Railways has also revised the timings for Train No. 17319 Hubballi–Hyderabad Express.
Under the new schedule, the train will depart Wadi at 6.55 AM, reaching Chittapur at 7.19 AM, Sedam at 7.34 AM, Tandur at 7.59 AM and Vikarabad at 8.39 AM. It will then arrive at Lingampalli at 9.19 AM, Begumpet at 9.39 AM and conclude the journey in Hyderabad at 10 AM.
