🚆 BIG UPDATE! Kalaburagi–Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express Timings Revised — New Schedule, Route, Stoppages & Fare
Indian Railways has announced a revision of the timetable for the Kalaburagi–SMVT Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express, and the updated schedule is set to take effect from january 2026. This semi‑high‑speed train, which connects Kalaburagi (Gulbarga) in north Karnataka with Sir M. Visvesvaraya Terminal (SMVT) Bengaluru, continues to be a popular choice due to its speed, comfort, and connectivity.🗓 New Start Date & Schedule Changes
✔ Improve passenger convenience and scheduling
✔ Accommodate additional halt(s) like at Sri Sathya Sai prashanthi Nilayam
✔ Support growing demand on the Bengaluru–Kalaburagi route
✔ Enhance overall connectivity for business, education, and leisure travellers. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.
- The revised timetable for the service will begin from the start of january 2026.
- Earlier timings (departing early morning from Kalaburagi at 05:15 a.m. and reaching Bengaluru around 2:00 p.m.) have been updated with new departure and arrival slots.
- The changes aim to improve convenience for travellers and enhance connectivity across key stops.
- Yadgir
- Raichur
- Mantralayam Road
- Guntakal Junction
- Anantapur
- Yelahanka Junction
These halts ensure connectivity across both karnataka and andhra pradesh regions.
- From Kalaburagi to Bengaluru:
Departure early morning (around 06:10 a.m.) and arrival in Bengaluru around 2:10 p.m. (may include an extra halt at Sri Sathya Sai prashanthi Nilayam). - From Bengaluru to Kalaburagi:
Departure from SMVT Bengaluru in the afternoon (around 2:40–2:45 p.m.) and arrival in Kalaburagi late evening.
- The Vande Bharat service primarily operates with Chair car and Executive Chair Car seating.
- Fares are generally higher than standard express trains, reflecting the superior speed and onboard features (e‑catering, comfortable seats).
- Exact fair details can be viewed at the irctc fare enquiry page for train Nos. 22231/22232.
✔ Improve passenger convenience and scheduling
✔ Accommodate additional halt(s) like at Sri Sathya Sai prashanthi Nilayam
✔ Support growing demand on the Bengaluru–Kalaburagi route
✔ Enhance overall connectivity for business, education, and leisure travellers. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.