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Vande Bharat Express to Link Bengaluru with Madgaon, Boosting Karnataka‑Goa Connectivity
✍️ Oneindia
🗓 10 Nov 2026, 11:32 AM
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Indian Railways will launch a Vande Bharat Express service between Bengaluru and Madgaon, enhancing travel between Karnataka’s capital and Goa’s coastal hub.
The Ministry of Railways has approved a new Vande Bharat Express that will run between Bengaluru in Karnataka and Madgaon in Goa. The service aims to provide a fast, comfortable link between the two regions, cutting travel time compared with existing trains.
The semi‑high‑speed train, capable of speeds up to 160 km/h, will halt at major stations along the coastal corridor, including Mangalore and Udupi, before reaching Madgaon. Officials expect the journey to take roughly six to seven hours, significantly faster than the current schedule.
Railway planners anticipate that the new connection will boost tourism and business travel, facilitating easier access to Goa’s beaches and Karnataka’s industrial hubs. The introduction of the Vande Bharat service aligns with the broader push to modernise India’s rail network and improve inter‑state connectivity.
Indian Railways has indicated that the train will feature modern amenities such as onboard Wi‑Fi, bio‑toilets, and advanced safety systems, offering passengers a premium travel experience on this inaugural route.
The semi‑high‑speed train, capable of speeds up to 160 km/h, will halt at major stations along the coastal corridor, including Mangalore and Udupi, before reaching Madgaon. Officials expect the journey to take roughly six to seven hours, significantly faster than the current schedule.
Railway planners anticipate that the new connection will boost tourism and business travel, facilitating easier access to Goa’s beaches and Karnataka’s industrial hubs. The introduction of the Vande Bharat service aligns with the broader push to modernise India’s rail network and improve inter‑state connectivity.
Indian Railways has indicated that the train will feature modern amenities such as onboard Wi‑Fi, bio‑toilets, and advanced safety systems, offering passengers a premium travel experience on this inaugural route.