North India Statesman
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News India Live, Digital Desk: ‘Amrit Bharat Express’ equipped with state-of-the-art facilities will now also stop at Patliputra, an important station in Patna, the capital of Bihar. This train is known for its speed and affordable fares, giving common passengers a superfast and comfortable travel experience.
Train Schedule & Route
Train Number: 15557/15558 (Alipurduar – New Delhi – Alipurduar)
beginning: From 23 February 2026.
Timings at Patliputra station: * Coming from Alipurduar, this train will reach Patliputra late night/early morning.
Its stoppage has also been fixed while coming back from Delhi.
Major stops: This train connects Cooch Behar, New Jalpaiguri, Katihar, Khagaria, Barauni, Pataliputrawill go to New Delhi via DDU (Mughalsarai), Prayagraj and Kanpur.
Key Features of Amrit Bharat Express
Push-Pull Technique: Engines are installed at both ends of this train (Push-Pull Technology), due to which the train accelerates faster and saves time.
Look like Vande Bharat: Its coaches have been designed on the lines of Vande Bharat Express, but it is completely Non-AC That means there is a sleeper and general class train.
Passenger facilities: To protect against shocks, facilities like semi-permanent coupler, mobile charging points, modern toilets and CCTV cameras have been provided.
Affordable fare: This is a great option for those who want to travel long distances quickly and at low cost.
What will be the benefit to the passengers?
Patna-Delhi Connectivity: The stop at Patliputra station will provide another fast train to the people of western areas of Patna (Danapur, Khagaul, Digha) to reach Delhi.
Connections to North-East: This train will prove to be very helpful for the passengers going to Katihar and New Jalpaiguri.
