6 Vande Bharat Routes to Explore South India in Comfort and Style

If you are planning a trip across South India, the Vande Bharat Express offers some of the fastest and most comfortable train journeys today. These semi-high-speed trains, introduced to modernise rail travel, are designed to be quicker, lighter, and more passenger-friendly than regular trains. With sleek interiors, reclining seats, and faster connections, they have become the preferred choice for many travellers.

Currently, more than 40 Vande Bharat trains run across India, connecting major cities and easing festive as well as daily travel. For those looking to explore South India without long road trips or last-minute flight bookings, here are six routes worth considering:

Thiruvananthapuram to Kasaragod (20634)
This 588 km stretch is covered in about 8 hours, halting at 10 key stations including Kollam, Kottayam, Ernakulam Town, Thrissur, Kozhikode, and Kannur. It runs six days a week, except Wednesdays. Tickets range from ₹1,221 to ₹2,981.

Thiruvananthapuram to Mangaluru (20632)
Covering 619 km in 8 hours 35 minutes, this service stops at nine stations like Alleppey, Thrissur, Shoranur, and Kannur. It leaves Trivandrum at 4:05 PM and reaches Mangalore Central at 12:40 AM. Fares range between ₹1,590 and ₹2,920.

Tirunelveli to Chennai (20666)
This 650 km journey is completed in under 8 hours, with stops at Madurai, Dindigul, and Villupuram. Operating six days a week (except Tuesday), it departs Tirunelveli at 6:00 AM and reaches Chennai before 2:00 PM. Tickets are priced between ₹1,640 and ₹3,030.

Chennai to Vijayawada (20677)
A shorter 455 km route, this train takes 6 hours 40 minutes with halts at Nellore, Ongole, and Tenali Junction. It runs daily except Tuesdays, with fares from ₹1,122 to ₹2,270.

Secunderabad to Bengaluru (20703)
Running between Kacheguda and Yesvantpur, this 610 km service takes 8 hours 15 minutes with stops at Kurnool City, Anantapur, and Dharmavaram. Fares range from ₹1,246 to ₹3,036.

Bengaluru to Belgavi (26752)
A recent addition, this 466 km train takes 8 hours 20 minutes. It halts at Tumakuru, Davangere, Hubballi, and Dharwad. Operating six days a week except Wednesday, fares range between ₹1,575 and ₹2,905.

With these routes, travelling across South India has become faster, more reliable, and much more comfortable. Whether you’re planning a family trip, a quick business visit, or just exploring new destinations, Vande Bharat is steadily redefining the way Indians experience train journeys.