Travelling by train and hungry? Now you don’t need to wait for station vendors or pantry cars. You can
order your favourite meals directly via WhatsApp while on board. Here’s everything you need to know.
🚂 1. How It WorksIndian Railways has partnered with food delivery services to allow
WhatsApp-based meal ordering.Passengers can
send a whatsapp message with their train and coach details.The food is
delivered directly to your seat at the scheduled station stop.
📱 2. Steps to OrderSave the
official railway food whatsapp number.Send a
message with your train number, coach, and seat number.Choose your
food items from the menu sent by the service.Make
payment online via UPI, card, or wallet.Receive
real-time confirmation and tracking of your order.
🍕 3. Menu OptionsVariety depends on your
train route and station stops.Options usually include:
North & South indian mealsSnacks & beveragesFast food items like pizza, burgers, sandwiches🕒 4. Delivery TimingsFood is
delivered at the station stop, not on the move.Make sure you
place the order in advance (usually 30–60 minutes before arrival at the station).
💡 5. Advantages of whatsapp OrderingNo need to
carry cash or hunt for station foodConvenient and contactless deliveryHelps
support local vendors along the routeReal-time
updates via WhatsApp🧠 6. Tips for Smooth OrderingDouble-check your
train number, coach, and seat numberOrder from
official or verified food services onlyKeep your
payment receipt and message history for referenceAvoid ordering during
peak station hours to reduce delays
🚀 Bottom LineWith WhatsApp-based food ordering, your train journey can now be
stress-free and tasty. No more waiting in long queues — just
order, relax, and enjoy your meal on board.
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