The desire to see Vaishno Devi is in the heart of every devotee, and when you can complete this holy journey with a luxurious experience, it is something else. Now devotees can directly reach Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra by traveling comfortably and fast by Vande Bharat Express. Two Vande Bharat Express trains are running from New Delhi to Katra, which are not only fast but also equipped with modern facilities. If you are also planning this trip, then this information will be very useful for you.

What are the trains and timings?

Two Vande Bharat Express trains are running from New Delhi to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra. The special thing about these two trains is that they run every day, except Wednesday.

22439 Vande Bharat Express:

Departure: 06:00 AM (New Delhi)

Arrival: 14:15 PM (Katra)

Total Travel Time: 8 Hours 15 Minutes

22477 Vande Bharat Express:

Departure: 15:00 hrs (New Delhi)

Arrival: 23:20 PM (Katra)

Total Travel Time: 8 Hours 20 Minutes

Two Vande Bharat trains are also available for return from Katra:

22478 Vande Bharat Express:

Departure: 05:45 AM (Katra)

Arrival: 14:00 hrs (New Delhi)

22440 Vande Bharat Express:

Departure: 14:55 hrs (Katra)

Arrival: 23:00 hrs (New Delhi)

Where does the train stop?

Stoppages for these trains may vary somewhat, but major stations include:

• Ambala Cantt
• Ludhiana
• Pathankot Cantt
• Kathua
• Jammu Tawi
• Shaheed Captain Tushar Mahajan Udhampur

You can choose your preferred station while booking.

Fare and Class Information

There are two types of seating categories available in Vande Bharat Express:

• Chair Car (CC): ₹1665 (New Delhi to Katra)
• Executive Chair Car (EC): ₹3055

In both categories special attention has been paid to modern facilities, comfortable seats and superb cleanliness. Especially in the executive class, you will get a luxury feeling like an airline.

How to plan a trip?

• The train runs every day, except Wednesday
• You can book through IRCTC's website or mobile app

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