- By Shibra Arshad
- Thu, 05 Jun 2025 02:40 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Vande Bharat News: The Indian Railways is all set to commence regular operations on the Katra to Srinagar track from June 7. As per the announced program, two Vande Bharat trains will initially operate on this route, with a stop at Banihal. Once the Jammu railway station reconstruction is complete, the train will run between Srinagar and Jammu.
Katra To Srinagar Vande Bharat Timing
Train Timing from Katra to Srinagar
The first train from Katra to Srinagar will commence its journey at 8:05 am and will reach its destination, Srinagar, at 11:10 am on the same day.
The second train en route from Katra to Srinagar will depart at 2:50 pm, reaching Srinagar at 6 pm.
Srinagar-Katra Vanda Bharat Timing
The departure from Srinagar will take place at 8 am, reaching Katra at 11:10 am. The second journey will begin at 2 pm and conclude at 5:10 pm in Katra.
Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat: Fare Details
The fare for the Chair Car will be Rs 715 for the morning shift and Rs 660 for the afternoon shift. Meanwhile, the Executive Class fare will be Rs 1320 for the morning shift and Rs 1270 for the afternoon shift.
The morning train will not operate from Katra on Tuesdays, and the afternoon train will not operate from Katra on Wednesdays.
The Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project boasts specially designed coaches to tackle extreme geographical conditions. The train's double-wall tanks keep water and fuel liquid even in sub-zero temperatures, utilising technology adopted from the army's high-altitude vehicle systems.