Humsafar Express Train Number

Introduction

The Humsafar Express, renowned for blend of comfort, speed, and luxury to its passengers, is a distinctive series of Premium express trains operated by the Indian Railways, connecting various cities across the country. Let's delve into the detailed introduction , historical aspect , distinct feature, Difference with other trains like Rajdhani & Duronto , significance of Humsafar Express train numbers and uncover the convenience they bring to passengers traversing India's vast railway network.

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What is the Humsafar Express? 

Humsafar Express is a fully air-conditioned, 3-tier (3A) premium service train designed to cater the growing demand for high-quality, affordable travel options on long-distance routes across India.The term "Humsafar" translates to "Companion" in Hindi, reflecting the trains' commitment to providing a comfortable and companionable journey experience for passengers. Humsafar Express trains are characterised by their modern amenities, sleek design, and vibrant exterior livery, making them easily identifiable at railway stations.

Historical Significance 

The Humsafar Express service was introduced by the Ministry of Railways as part of its efforts to enhance the travel experience for passengers on long-distance routes. On 16 December 2016 ,The first Humsafar Express train fully air-conditioned, 3-tier train commenced operations between Gorakhpur and Anand Vihar Terminal, marking the beginning of a new era in passenger comfort and convenience on Indian Railways. 

Distinctive Features and Facilities 

Humsafar Express trains are equipped with a range of distinctive features and facilities designed to elevate the passenger experience: 

• Modern and  ergonomically designed berths 
• Reading lights for each berth 
• Charging points at each berth 
• LCD screens with onboard infotainment systems
• CCTV surveillance 
• Onboard catering
• Integrated smoke alarms for safety 
• Vinyl-wrapped exteriors for a futuristic look 
• Enhanced safety with fire-retardant materials
• Bio-toilets for improved sanitation 
• GPS tracking for real-time updates 

Diiference between Rajdhani and Humsafar Express

The Humsafar Express and the Rajdhani Express are both premium services of the Indian Railways, but they cater to different segments and have distinct features: 

Humsafar Express: 

• Aimed primarily at middle-class travellers. Offers only 3-tier AC coaches with modern facilities. 
• Features include LED screens, CCTV cameras, coffee/tea vending machines, charging ports, and bio-toilets. Fares are approximately 15-20% higher than regular 3-tier AC fares. 
• Introduced to provide long-distance comfort without the frills of luxury trains.

Rajdhani Express: 

• Considered one of the fastest and most prestigious trains. Connects major cities with the national capital, New Delhi. 
• Provides 1st AC, 2-tier AC, and 3-tier AC classes. Includes meals in the ticket price, which are served at your seat. 
• Known for its speed, punctuality, and onboard catering services. 

In summary, while both trains offer comfortable travel options, the Rajdhani is more upscale and includes catering services, whereas the Humsafar is a more economical option for long-distance travel with modern amenities

Diiference between Humsafar Express and Duronto express 

The Humsafar Express and Duronto Express are both long-distance trains operated by Indian Railways, but they have some key differences: 

Humsafar Express: 

• Specifically designed for comfortable long-distance travel. 
• Offers only 3-tier AC sleeper coaches. Features LED screens, CCTV cameras, coffee/tea vending machines, charging ports, and bio-toilets. 
• Does not include meal service in the ticket price, but offers on-board food service for purchase. 

Duronto Express: 

• Known for being one of the fastest trains operated by Indian Railways. 
• Provides a mix of sleeper and seating classes, including 1st AC, 2nd AC, 3rd AC, and non-AC sleeper. 
• Initially introduced with no stops other than technical halts, but now may have scheduled commercial stops. 
• Includes meal service in the ticket price for all AC classes. 

In essence, while both trains are designed to provide a high-speed and comfortable journey, the Humsafar Express is more focused on the comfort of 3-tier AC passengers, whereas the Duronto Express offers a wider range of classes and includes meals in the fare for AC classes

Fare of Humsafar Express 

The fare for Humsafar Express trains varies depending on factors such as the class of accommodation, distance of the journey, and any additional services opted for by the passenger. Passengers can book their tickets through the official IRCTC website or other authorised booking channels, ensuring a hassle-free travel experience on board the Humsafar Express.

Humsafar Express Train Route

Each Humsafar Express train has a unique number that passengers can use to check schedules, book tickets, and track the train’s running status. Some of the popular Humsafar Express trains include: 

Train No	Train Name	Days of Run	From	To
22139	PUNE-AJNI SUPER FAST	Sat	PUNE	AJNI
22140	AJNI-PUNE-AC EXP	Sun	AJNI	PUNE
22141	PUNE-NGP SF EXP	Thu	PUNE	NGP
22142	NGP-PUNE HUMSAFAR	Fri	NGP	PUNE
22353	PNBE-SMVB HUMSAFAR SF EXP	Thu	PNBE	SMVB
22354	SMVB-PNBE HUMSAFAR SF EXP	Sun	SMVB	PNBE
12349	GODA-NDLS HUMSAFAR EXPRES	Mon	GODA	NDLS
12350	NDLS-GODDA HUMSAFAR EXP	Tue	NDLS	GODA
22317	SEALDAH JAMMUTAWI HUM SAF	Mon	SDAH	JAT
22318	JAMMUTAWI SEALDA HUM SAF	Wed	JAT	SDAH
12275	HUMSAFAR EXP	Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun	PRYJ	NDLS
12276	HUMSAFAR EXP	Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat	NDLS	PRYJ
22437	HUMSAFAR EXP.	Mon, Wed, Sat	PRYJ	ANVT
22438	HUMSAFAR EXP.	Tue, Thu, Sun	ANVT	PRYJ
12571	GKP-ANVT HUMSAFER EXP	Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun	GKP	ANVT
12572	ANVT-GKP HAMSAFAR EXP	Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun	ANVT	GKP
12595	GKP-ANVT HAMSAFAR SUF	Mon, Tue, Thu	GKP	ANVT
12503	HUMSAFAR EXPRESS	Tue, Fri	SMVB	AGTL
12504	HUMSAFAR EXPRESS	Tue, Sat	AGTL	SMVB
15705	CHAMPARAN HUMSAFAR EXP	Mon, Thu	KIR	DLI
15706	CHAMPARAN HUMSAFAR EXP	Tue, Fri	DLI	KIR
20497	RMM FZR SF HUMSAFAR EXP	Tue	RMM	FZR
20498	FZR RMM SF HUMSAFAR EXP	Sat	FZR	RMM
20481	BGKT TPJ HUMSAFAR EXP	Wed	BGKT	TPJ
20482	TPJ BGKT HUMSAFAR EXP	Sat	TPJ	BGKT
22497	SGNR TPJ HUMSAFAR EXP	Mon	SGNR	TPJ
22498	TPJ SGNR HUMSAFAR EXP	Fri	TPJ	SGNR
22985	UDZ DEE RAJ HUMSAFAR EXP	Sun	UDZ	DEE
22986	DEE UDZ RAJ HUMSAFAR EXP	Sun	DEE	UDZ
12751	H.S.NED-JAT	Fri	NED	JAT
12752	JAT-H.S.NED	Sun	JAT	NED
22705	TPTY-JAT HUMSAFAR	Tue	TPTY	JAT
22706	JAT-TPTY HUMSAFAR	Fri	JAT	TPTY
22867	DURG NZM SF HUMSAFAR EXP	Tue, Fri	DURG	NZM
22868	NZM DURG SF HUMSAFAR EXP	Wed, Sat	NZM	DURG
20827	JBP SRC HUMSAFAR EXPRESS	Thu	JBP	SRC
20828	SRC JBP HUMSAFAR EXPRESS	Wed	SRC	JBP
20889	HWH-TPTY HUMSAFAR EXPRESS	Sat	HWH	TPTY
20890	TPTY HWH HUMSAFAR EXP	Sun	TPTY	HWH
22887	HWH-SMVB HUMSAFAR EXPRESS	Tue	HWH	SMVB
22888	SMVB-HWH HUMSAFAR EXPRESS	Thu	SMVB	HWH
22169	RKMP-SRC SF HAMSAFAR	Wed	RKMP	SRC
22170	SRC-RKMP SF HAMSAFAR	Thu	SRC	RKMP
22171	PUNE-RKMP SF HUMSAFAR	Sun	PUNE	RKMP
22172	RKMP-PUNE SF HUMSAFAR EXP	Sat	RKMP	PUNE
12997	BDTS - BME HUMSAFAR SF	Wed	BDTS	BME
12998	BME - BDTS HAMSAFAR SF	Thu	BME	BDTS
20915	LPI-INDB HUMSAFAR	Sun	LPI	INDB
20916	INDB - LPI HUMSAFAR	Sat	INDB	LPI
20917	INDORE PURI HMSF	Tue	INDB	PURI
20918	PURI INDORE EXP	Thu	PURI	INDB

FAQ

Q. is Humsafar express full ac train?

A. Yes , Humsafar express train is fully air-conditioned, 3-tier (3A) Train. 

Q. is food free in Humsafar express?

A. No.Food is typically not free in Humsafar express trains.

Q. is Humsafar express or superfast?

A. Humsafar express trains are categorized as superfast trains by Indian Railways

Q.Who owns hamsafar trains?

A. Humsafar Express trains are owned and operated by Indian Railways.

Q. is Humsafar or Duronto same?

A. No. Both are different train service operated by Indian railway.