Historic first: Northern Railway announces train timings between Katra and Srinagar

Srinagar, Jan 01: The direct train to Kashmir is finally becoming a reality with the Northern Railways announcing the first-ever train timings between Katra in Jammu and Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir.

The train service includes newly introduced Vande Bharat trains and Mail/Express trains, as per a communication from Northern Railways.

Train Timings:

• Vande Bharat Express:
  Departs Katra (SVDK): 8:10 a.m.
  Arrives Srinagar: 11:20 a.m.
• Mail/Express (Morning):
  Departs Katra: 9:50 a.m.
  Arrives Srinagar: 1:10 p.m.
• Mail/Express (Afternoon):
  Departs Katra: 3:00 p.m.
  Arrives Srinagar: 6:20 p.m.

The historic service is expected to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 6, while trains are expected to chug between Kashmir and Jammu around January 26, coinciding with Republic Day celebrations.

The train services will transform travel experiences by significantly reducing travel time and offering passengers a comfortable journey through the scenic landscapes of the region.