In a noteworthy development, a new Vande Bharat service will be available between Lucknow and Dehradun, bringing enhanced connectivity to the two cities. This semi-high-speed train is scheduled to be flagged off from Dehradun on March 12, covering the 750 km distance between both state capitals in just 8 hours.
Key Details:
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The Vande Bharat Express will operate six days a week between Dehradun and Lucknow, making halts at Haridwar, Moradabad, and Bareilly stations.
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Departing from Dehradun at 2:45 PM, it will reach Lucknow at 10:40 PM, with stops at Haridwar, Moradabad, and Bareilly.
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The return journey from Lucknow will commence at 5:15 AM, passing through Bareilly, Moradabad, and concluding at Dehradun by 1:35 PM.
Expansion of Vande Bharat Services:
Another Vande Bharat train is set to launch between Patna and Lucknow on March 12, further enhancing connectivity.
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Operating from Patna Junction to Lucknow’s Gomti Nagar station, this train will depart at 6:05 AM, and arrive in Lucknow at 2:30 PM.
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The return journey will start from Gomti Nagar at 3:20 PM, and terminate in Patna by 11:45 PM.
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Additionally, the existing Gorakhpur-Lucknow Vande Bharat service (22549/22550) will be extended to Prayagraj Junction.
