Where Double Decker Train?
Visakhapatnam Tirupati Double Decker is a superfast express train between Tirupati and Visakhapatnam. There are two more Double Decker Express in South India, Guntur Kacheguda Double Decker Express in Telengana and Kacheguda Tirupati Double Decker Express train of Andhra Pradesh.
Which is the India’s first Double Decker Train route?
The Howrah–Dhanbad Double Decker Express was a Superfast train of Indian Railways, which was the first of its type to be introduced. It was accommodated with latest stainless steel LHB coaches, manufactured at Kapurthala Coach Factory.
How many coaches in Double Decker Train?
Total coach composition is 10.
How many Double Decker trains in India?
At present, there are 6 AC and 2 non-AC Double Decker Express trains operating in India. The average Double Decker Express speed is above 55 km/h.
Which is the India first double?
Surat Mumbai Central Double Decker Express is India’s first double Decker train. It operates as train number 12922 from Surat to Mumbai Central and as train number 12921 in the reverse direction. The train name flying Ranee Express.
Is double-decker full AC?
Double Decker Express are fully air-conditioned two floor express trains. Flying Ranee and Valsad Fast Passenger are two Non-AC Double Decker trains and other Double Decker Express also include Bhopal Indore Double Decker Intercity Express, Habibganj Indore Double Decker and Guntur Kacheguda AC Double Decker Express.
When was first double-decker train started in India?
2. Howrah-Dhanbad: The first ever double-decker train was flagged off from Howrah to Dhanbad. The service started on October 1 in 2011. With the launch of this train, India became the third country after USA and England to operate double-decker trains.
What is 2A Railway?
Second AC or AC 2-tier (2A) This is second AC Sleeper class by the Indian Railways. In terms of features it stands less than the first ac coaches but in terms of service and comfort this class is way above 3A class. It has 6 berths in each compartment.