Bright Future for Bihar & UP: Vande Bharat Train Connects Gorakhpur to Patliputra- In a major boost to rail connectivity in Eastern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today flagged off the Gorakhpur–Patliputra Vande Bharat Express, the 70th train in India’s ambitious semi-high-speed rail fleet.
The train is designed to reduce travel time, enhance passenger comfort, and connect key cities like Gorakhpur, Chhapra, and Patna (Patliputra Junction) more efficiently than ever before.
Vande Bharat train route and stops
- Route: Gorakhpur – Deoria Sadar – Siwan – Chhapra – Patliputra
- Distance: 384 km
- Travel Time: ~7 hours and 5 minutes
- Operating Days: 6 days a week
- Departure Time: Morning from both ends
- Expected Arrival: Evening at destination
This is the first Vande Bharat train directly connecting these major cities in Bihar and UP, ensuring both daily commuters and long-distance travelers benefit from faster connectivity.
Vande Bharat train features 2025
- Modern Coaches with intelligent braking systems and GPS-based passenger information
- Aircraft-style Seating
- Automatic Doors
- Onboard Wi-Fi & infotainment
- Bio-vacuum toilets
- Enhanced safety with “Kavach” anti-collision technology
Why This Train Matters for the Region
The launch of this train is more than just a connectivity boost—it’s a significant step toward economic development, tourism promotion, and job creation in eastern India. With improved travel options, students, business professionals, and healthcare patients will enjoy faster and safer access to major urban centers.
Direct Benefits:
- Faster travel for students and job seekers
- Boosts tourism in Gorakhnath, Gaya, and Patna
- Improves Bihar–UP economic integration
Train inaugurated by PM Modi in June 2025
In his virtual address, PM Modi highlighted that “this Vande Bharat train marks a new chapter for Eastern India’s railway progress, offering a comfortable, tech-enabled, and time-saving travel experience for lakhs of citizens.”
Final Thoughts
The Gorakhpur–Patliputra Vande Bharat Express is a symbol of India’s growing infrastructure push. For frequent travelers and local economies alike, this train opens the door to faster, smarter, and more comfortable journeys.
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