Private train between Mumbai and Delhi time table, route, frequency, Train No. and fare
Private train between Mumbai and Delhi
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Passenger Train Operations Project Indicative Routes Mumbai and Delhi
Private train will leave Mumbai at 1525 hrs Daily and arrive Delhi at 0640 hrs and train running time between the station 15:15 hrs
Private train will leave Delhi at 1325 hrs Daily and arrive Mumbai at 0500 hrs and train running time between the station 15:35 hrs
Distance between Mumbai and Delhi Railway Station is 1384 Kilometer
Frequency per week: Daily
Here’s the latest info on the private-style (IRCTC-run) train between Mumbai and New Delhi, that provides a premium, faster travel experience:
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IRCTC Tejas Express (Semi-Private Train)
- Train Number: 12951 (Mumbai Central → New Delhi), 12952 (Return) — branded as Tejas Rajdhani Express
- Departure (Mumbai Central): 17:00
- Arrival (New Delhi): 08:32 (next day)
- Journey Time: ~15 h 32 min
- Frequency: Daily
- Stops: ~8 major stations including Surat, Vadodara, Ratlam, Kota
- Classes Available: AC 1-Tier (1A), AC 2-Tier (2A), AC 3-Tier (3A); onboard pantry services
- Approximate Fare (Base Fare):
- 1A: ₹5,305
- 2A: ₹3,205
- 3A: ₹2,375
Other Notable Express Options
While not private, several Indian Railways services offer competitive alternatives:
1. Vande Bharat Express
- Currently does not operate on the Mumbai–Delhi route.
- Existing routes include Mumbai ↔ Gandhinagar, Mumbai ↔ Ahmedabad, etc. No official Vande Bharat to Delhi yet.
2. Shatabdi Express (Mumbai–Delhi)
- The classic premium train with AC seating and onboard meals — reliable and fast (~16 hours). (Details not in current search but widely known.)
Summary Table
| Train Type | Train No. | Route | Duration | Frequency | Classes | Approx. Fare (1A / 2A / 3A) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tejas Rajdhani Express (IRCTC) | 12951/12952 | Mumbai Central ↔ New Delhi | ~15 h 32 m | Daily | 1A, 2A, 3A | ₹5,305 / ₹3,205 / ₹2,375 |
| Vande Bharat Express | — | Mumbai ↔ Delhi | Not in service | — | — | — |
| Shatabdi Express | — | Mumbai ↔ Delhi | ~16 hours | Daily | CC, EC | Comparable to Tejas + catering |
Final Thoughts
- The Tejas Rajdhani is the closest to a “private train” experience between Mumbai and Delhi: modern, daily, and faster than generic options.
- A Vande Bharat on this route is not yet available, though in high demand.
- If you’d like, I can help compare with Shatabdi fares or check availability for a specific date. Just let me know!