Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Madhya Pradesh’s first Tejas Superfast Express will begin its journey from Mumbai on July 23, and from Indore on July 24.
This new train will run three days a week and offer modern features and high-speed travel between the two cities.
Train number and schedule:
Train No. 09085: Mumbai Central to Indore
Runs on: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Departs at: 11:20 PM
Arrives next day at: 1:00 PM
Train No. 09086: Indore to Mumbai Central
Runs on: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Departs at: 5:00 PM
Arrives next day at: 7:10 AM
Borivali, Vapi, Surat, Vadodara, Dahod, Ratlam, and Ujjain.
Key features :
Modern LCD screens on every seat
Comfortable seating and onboard catering
CCTV cameras, fire alarms, and smoke detectors for safety
Tea/coffee vending machines and menu from top chefs
Free travel insurance worth ₹25 lakh
First train to be fully run by IRCTC (private operation)
Can run at speeds up to 160 km/h
Energy-efficient systems
Wi-Fi and digital charts in every coach
Special arrangements for foreign tourists
Ticket fare (one way) :
AC 3-Tier: ₹1,805
AC 2-Tier: ₹2,430
AC First Class: ₹3,800
Ticket booking started on July 21 via all PRS counters and IRCTC’s website. This train will operate until July 30 for now, as part of its initial schedule.
