Bangalore Ernakulam Vande Bharat (26651/2) – Route, Train Numbers, Stations, And Timings
The much-awaited Bangalore Ernakulam Vande Bharat (Bangalore Kochi Vande Bharat Express (26651/2), is all set to connect Karnataka’s capital with Kerala’s commercial hub through Palakkad and Coimbatore.
This service will become Kerala’s third Vande Bharat Express, after the Thiruvananthapuram–Kasargod and Kasargod–Mangaluru routes, and a major boost for business and tourism in southern India.
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Bangalore Ernakulam Vande Bharat Express Train Numbers and Route (26651/2)
| Train Number | From → To | Departure | Arrival | Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26651 | KSR Bengaluru City → Ernakulam Junction | 05:10 AM | 13:50 PM | Bengaluru → Krishnarajapuram → Salem → Erode → Tiruppur → Coimbatore → Palakkad → Thrissur → Ernakulam |
| 26652 | Ernakulam Junction → KSR Bengaluru City | 14:20 PM | 23:00 PM | Ernakulam → Thrissur → Palakkad → Coimbatore → Tiruppur → Erode → Salem → Krishnarajapuram → Bengaluru |
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Bangalore Kochi Vaned Bharat Timings And stops
- Train No. 26651 – Bengaluru Cantonment → Ernakulam Junction
Departs 05:10 AM (Thu / Sat / Mon)
Arrives ~ 1:50 PM same day - Train No. 26652 – Ernakulam Junction → Bengaluru Cantonment
Departs 2:20 PM (Wed / Fri / Sun)
Arrives ~ 11:00 PM same day
| Station | 26651 Arrival | 26651 Departure | 26652 Arrival | 26652 Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KSR Bengaluru City (SBC) | — | 05:10 | 23:00 | — |
| Krishnarajapuram (KJM) | 05:23 | 05:25 | 22:23 | 22:25 |
| Salem Jn (SA) | 08:13 | 08:15 | 19:18 | 19:20 |
| Erode Jn (ED) | 09:00 | 09:05 | 18:45 | 18:50 |
| Tiruppur (TUP) | 09:45 | 09:47 | 18:03 | 18:05 |
| Coimbatore Jn (CBE) | 10:33 | 10:35 | 17:20 | 17:23 |
| Palakkad Jn (PGT) | 11:28 | 11:30 | 16:35 | 16:37 |
| Thrissur (TCR) | 12:28 | 12:30 | 15:17 | 15:20 |
| Ernakulam Jn (ERS) | 13:50 | — | — | 14:20 |
Bangalore Ernakulam Vande Bharat Express – Key Highlights
- Train Name: Bangalore – Kochi Vande Bharat Express (Bengaluru – Ernakulam Vande Bharat)
- Train Numbers: 26651 and 26652
- Route: Bengaluru → Ernakulam via Palakkad and Coimbatore
- Distance: ≈ 620 km
- Journey Time: ~ 9 h 10
- Frequency: Tri-weekly (three days per week)
- Coaches: 8 AC coaches (1 Executive + 7 Chair Car)
- Operator: Southern Railway Zone
- Expected Launch: November 2025
Bengaluru – Ernakulam Vande Bharat – Ticket Fares
| Class | Fare (Approx.) | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| AC Chair Car (CC) | ₹ 1,350 – ₹ 1,550 | Air-conditioned seating, snacks & water |
| Executive Chair Car (EC) | ₹ 2,350 – ₹ 2,650 | Premium meals, extra legroom, better recline |
Why the Bengaluru – Bangalore Ernakulam Vande Bharat /Bangalore–Kochi Matters
- Faster Connectivity: Cuts travel time by up to 2 hours vs. existing express trains.
- Comfort & Technology: Fully AC train with ergonomic seats, infotainment screens and modern lighting.
- Tourism & Business Boost: Seamless travel between Bengaluru’s tech hub and Kerala’s tourism centres like Kochi and Thrissur.
- Eco-Friendly Travel: Regenerative braking and energy-efficient systems reduce carbon footprint.
Booking Bangalore – Bangalore–Kochi / Bangalore Ernakulam Vande Bharat
Tickets for the Bangalore – Kochi/Bangalore Ernakulam Vande Bharat Express will be available on IRCTC (www.irctc.co.in) and railway booking counters.
Initial operations will be tri-weekly, with high demand expected around weekends and festive seasons.
Passengers are advised to book in advance once the final schedule is announced.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Bangalore – Ernakulam /Bangalore–Kochi Vande Bharat Train
When will the Bangalore–Kochi Vande Bharat start?
The train is expected to begin operations by mid-November 2025, pending official confirmation from Indian Railways.
What are the train numbers of Bangalore–Kochi Vande Bharat?
26651: Bengaluru Cantonment → Ernakulam Junction
26652: Ernakulam Junction → Bengaluru Cantonment
Which are the main stops of the Bangalore–Kochi/ Bengaluru- Ernakulam Vande Bharat?
Bengaluru → Krishnarajapuram → Salem → Erode → Tiruppur → Coimbatore → Palakkad → Thrissur → Ernakulam
Final Take
The Bangalore – Kochi Vande Bharat Express (via Palakkad and Coimbatore) is set to transform how people travel between Karnataka and Kerala. Combining speed, comfort and efficiency, the service will be a major step forward for India’s southern rail network.
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