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Humsafar Express Fare Detail 2025-18
Humsafar Express Fare Detail
Humsafar Express : Base fare of AC-3 tier of Humsafar train is 1.15 times of the base fare of AC-3 tier Superfast Mail! Express Trains, which is applicable for the first passenger block of 50% and thereafter a 10% increase for even 10% increase in the passenger block for the remaining 50%. Fare of tatkal charges is 1.5 times of Humsafar basic fares.
Other charges like reservation fee. Superfast surcharge. Service tax etc., as applicable are levied separately. Catering charge is optional for meals. The fare of Humsafar is inclusive of bedroll charges.
Source: http://www.indianrailways.gov.in
Here’s a detailed breakdown of Humsafar Express fare details for 2025–24, including fare structure, pricing logic, recent fare changes, and class comparisons:
Fare Structure & Premium Pricing Model
- Base fare for AC 3‑Tier (3A) on Humsafar Express is 1.15× the base fare of a regular AC 3‑Tier Superfast Mail/Express train
- Additionally, the fare follows dynamic block pricing:
- First 50% of berths are priced at the base fare (1.15× multiplier).
- Subsequent blocks of 10% berths each see a 10% increment per block.
- The last 10% of berths may be priced as high as ₹1,656—about 50% more than the initial base.
- Tatkal fare (if booked): Typically 1.5× the Humsafar base fare.
- Other charges—including reservation fee, superfast surcharge, GST, and optional catering—are applicable separately and are not included in the base fare.
Recent Fare Adjustment (Effective July 1, 2025)
- A marginal fare hike has been introduced across AC classes in Mail/Express trains—including Humsafar Express—by 2 paise per kilometre.
Snapshot Table: Fare Details
| Fare Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Base Fare Multiplier | 3A base fare = 1.15× standard Mail/Express AC 3‑Tier fare |
| Dynamic Pricing Blocks | +10% per 10% berth block after first 50%; maximum ~₹1,656 |
| Tatkal Multiplier | Approximately 1.5× base fare |
| Other Charges | Reservation, superfast surcharge, GST, catering—charged separately |
| July 2025 Fare Hike | +2 paise per km for AC classes, including Humsafar Express |
Example Estimate (Illustrative)
For a 1,000 km route on Humsafar Express:
- Standard AC 3‑Tier base fare (assumed ₹1,000 for reference):
- Humsafar base = ₹1,000 × 1.15 = ₹1,150
- Dynamic price impact:
- If you’re booking later blocks, fare could rise up to ~₹1,680
- Additional charges:
- Reservation + catering + GST, etc. (varies by train)
- Fare hike adjustment:
- ₹1,150 + (₹0.02 × 1,000 km) = ₹1,170 minimum now
Let me know if you’d like fare estimates for a specific Humsafar route, including booking blocks or full fare breakdown with charges—I’d be happy to assist further!