Bangalore Nizamuddin Bangalore Rajdhani Express train
Rajdhani Express trains were introduced in the year 1969 for providing high-speed connections up to 140 kilometers speed from New Delhi to the various state capital cities of India. The speed varies depending upon the particular track section. This class of train has very limited stoppages along its journey. This also was the first group of trains with all its coaches being air-conditioned. These trains get the highest priority on the Indian railway network. Passengers are served complimentary meals during the journey. Depending on the duration and timings of the journey, these could include lunch, evening tea with snacks, dinner, morning tea and breakfast.
There are two pairs of Rajdhani trains, which ply between Bangalore (Which is now renamed as Bengaluru) to New Delhi (Hazrat Nizamuddin Station) and they ply on different days & their stoppages are also different. Their train numbers are also different. The fares are also different for both sets of trains. However their average running speed is the same for both sets of trains since their Time of Departure and time of arrival both at Bangalore and at Hazrat Nizamuddin are the same. Their routes of travel are also same. Please refer to the table underneath for a clear understanding of the same.
This train consists of three classes of journey viz. 1st AC, 2nd AC, and 3 Tier AC. Comprehensive details of this train are provided underneath.
| Bangalore to Nizamuddin to Bangalore Rajdhani Express | ||
| Details | Bangalore Nizamuddin Rajdhani | Nizamuddin Bangalore Rajdhani |
| Train Number | 12429 | 12430 |
| Train Name | Rajdhani Express | Banglore Rjdhni |
| Days of Run | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday | Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday |
| Stoppages | Sai P Nilayam, Dharmavaram, Anantpur, Raichur, Seram, Secunderabad, Kazipet, Nagpur, Bhopal, and Jhansi | Sai P Nilayam, Dharmavaram, Anantpur, Raichur, Seram, Secunderabad, Kazipet, Nagpur, Bhopal, and Jhansi |
| Train Number | 22693 | 22694 |
| Train Name | Rajdhani Express | BANGLORE RAJDHN |
| Days of Run | Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday | Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday |
| Stoppages | Sai P Nilayam, Secunderabad, Kazipet, Nagpur, Bhopal, and Jhansi | Sai P Nilayam, Secunderabad, Kazipet, Nagpur, Bhopal, and Jhansi |
| Originating station | Bangalore City Junction | Hazrat Nizamuddin |
| Departure Time | 2020 Hrs | 2050 Hrs |
| Destination Station | Hazrat Nizamuddin | Bangalore City Junction |
| Arrival time | 0550 Hrs | 0640 Hrs |
| Average Running Speed | 71 Kilometers per hour | 70 Kilometers per hour |
| Time taken | 33 Hours and 30 Minutes | 33 Hours and 50 Minutes |
| Distance covered | 2383 kilometers | 2383 kilometers |
| Fares For Train Number 12429 | Fares for Train Number 12430 | |
| Fare 1st AC | Rs 5705 | Rs 5725 |
| Fare AC 2 tier | Rs 3330 | Rs 3345 |
| Fare AC 3 Tier | Rs 2375 | Rs 2390 |
| Fares For Train Number 22693 | Fares for Train Number 22694 | |
| Fare 1st AC | Rs 5620 | Rs 5640 |
| Fare AC 2 tier | Rs 3265 | Rs 3280 |
| Fare AC 3 Tier | Rs 2345 | Rs 2360 |
Bangalore City Junction Railway Station
Station Code SBC
General Enquiry 131
Reservation Enquiry 132
It may please be noted that if you are calling these numbers from outside of Bangalore then prefix it with the STD Code of Bangalore which is 080. For example if you are calling 131 then please dial it as 080131.
Bangalore City Junction is one of the most important stations in the South Zone, and it is served by both the Southern Railways and the South Western Railways. Bangalore city Junction is the main station in Bangalore and it has both meter gauge and broad gauge rail services and it is situated in the busiest area of Bangalore city which is known as Majestic Circle or Majestic area.
Amenities at Bangalore city junction station
- Waiting rooms
- Retiring rooms
- Computerized reservation offices
- Tourist information centers
- Medical and general shops
- Restaurants
- Book stall and STD / PCO booths
- Internet browsing centers
Distances of major landmarks in Bangalore from Bangalore city junction railway station
Many landmark locations of Bangalore like Yesvanpur Junction is 10 kilometers, Hotel Grand Ashok 3 kilometers, Taj West End 2 kilometers, MG Road 6 kilometers, Vidhan Soudha (The State legislative assembly building) 3 kilometers, Bangalore International Airport 40 kilometers, Jayanagar 7 kilometers, and Malleswaram Market 4 kilometers from this station.
Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station
Station Code NZM
General Enquiry 131
Reservation Enquiry 132
Train Arrival & Dep 133
It may please be noted that if you are calling these numbers from outside of Delhi then prefix it with the STD Code of Delhi / New Delhi which is 011. For example if you are calling 131 then please dial it as 011131.
Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station is one of the three main railway stations of Delhi, India. Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station connects all the major cities and is being developed to ease congestion on New Delhi Railway Station. Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station is served by Northern Railway. Delhi’s two important arteries the Ring Road and Mathura Road run nearby. The Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) is close to the station, with links to neighbouring towns.
Amenities at Hazrat Nizamuddin station
- Waiting rooms
- Retiring rooms
- Computerized reservation office
- Tea stalls
- Refreshment room both -vegetarian and non vegetarian
- Book stall
- STD / PCO booth
- G.R.P office
Distances of major landmarks from Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station
New Delhi Railway Station is 7 Kilometers, Airport 22 kilometers, India Gate 4 kilometers, Connaught Place 7 kilometers, Karol Bagh 12 kilometers, Red Fort 9 kilometers, Pragati Maidan 5 kilometers, AIIMS 7 kilometers, Dhaula Kuan 11 kilometers, Qutub Minar 13 kilometers from this station.
Content updated in January 2023