Rajdhani express are premium category trains by the Indian Railways that redefines luxury travelling in India. It is a fully air-conditioned train which connects country capital (Delhi) with state capitals. That is why they are called 'Rajdhani' which translates to 'Capital' in English. These train runs at very high speed and therefore it usually takes least time to reach destination compared to other trains on the same route. Mumbai rajdhani is the fastest rajdhani train which attains a maximum speed of 140 kmph on some stretch. Rajdhani Express offers catering facilities inside the train the fare of which is included in ticket fare. Rajdhani trains have 3 classes - First AC (1A), AC II-tier (2A) and AC III-tier (3A) only and they are coupled with LHB coaches that have higher safety features. The ticket fare for Rajdhani is maximum amongst all trains on the same route and has dynamic fare (Flexi Fare) system. Waitlisted passengers are strictly not allowed inside this train. Rajdhani train coaches are usually painted in red with a grey colored strip outside. 4 rajdhani trains run from Mumbai to Surat - NDLS TEJAS RAJ (12951), AK TEJAS RAJ EX (12953), RAJDHANI EXP (12431) and MAO NZM RAJDHANI (22413).
Mumbai to Surat NDLS TEJAS RAJ (12951) departs from Borivali station (BVI) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . This train has 1 stoppages. Mumbai to Surat rajdhani fare is Rs.1605 in First AC, Rs.1020 in Second AC and Rs.790 in Third AC for this train which includes meal charges also.
Mumbai to Surat AK TEJAS RAJ EX (12953) departs from Borivali station (BVI) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . This train has 3 stoppages. Mumbai to Surat rajdhani fare is Rs.1605 in First AC, Rs.1020 in Second AC and Rs.790 in Third AC for this train which includes meal charges also.
Mumbai to Surat RAJDHANI EXP (12431) departs from Vasai Road station (BSR) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . Mumbai to Surat rajdhani fare is Rs.1415 in First AC, Rs.855 in Second AC and Rs.625 in Third AC for this train which includes meal charges also.
Mumbai to Surat MAO NZM RAJDHANI (22413) departs from Vasai Road station (BSR) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . Mumbai to Surat rajdhani fare is Rs.1485 in First AC, Rs.925 in Second AC and Rs.695 in Third AC for this train which includes meal charges also.
Duronto express is a newer premium class of train which runs as fast as Rajdhanis. Duronto word comes from restless in Bengali as these trains had no intermediate commercial stops when they started. But since Indian Railways incurred losses for these trains, some technical stops were converted to commercial stops. On some routes (such as Delhi-Kolkata) they take lesser time than corresponding Rajdhani express. Unlike rajdhani some durontos also have non-air conditioned sleeper class. Thus, Duronto trains have classes First AC (1A), AC II-tier, AC III-tier and Sleeper. Bed-rolls in sleeper class of Mixed Duronto Express trains will be supplied to passengers on demand, on payment of stipulated charges. Duronto trains are distinguished by vibrant and colorful vinyl coating on the outer surface of the coaches. 3 duronto trains run from Mumbai to Surat - NZM DURONTO (12263), ERS NZM DURONTO (12283) and ADI DURONTO (12298).
Mumbai to Surat NZM DURONTO (12263) departs from Vasai Road station (BSR) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . Mumbai to Surat duronto fare is Rs.1415 in First AC, Rs.855 in Second AC and Rs.625 in Third AC for this train which includes meal charges also.
Mumbai to Surat ERS NZM DURONTO (12283) departs from Vasai Road station (BSR) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . Mumbai to Surat duronto fare is Rs.1415 in First AC, Rs.855 in Second AC, Rs.625 in Third AC and Rs.255 in Sleeper for this train which includes meal charges also.
Mumbai to Surat ADI DURONTO (12298) departs from Vasai Road station (BSR) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . Mumbai to Surat duronto fare is Rs.1415 in First AC, Rs.855 in Second AC and Rs.625 in Third AC for this train which includes meal charges also.
Shatabdi express is a premium category full air-conditioned train that connects important cities of India. These are the fastest trains in India which can run at over 150 kmph. These trains runs for short distances only and are not for overnight journeys. Shatabdi trains have only seating arrangements. They are equipped with safer LHB coaches. The first Shatabdi Express train was introduced in 1988 to commemorate the birth centenary of Jawahar Lal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. These train offers catering facilities and the food fare is included in ticket cost. Shatabdi trains have classes Chair Car (CC) and Executive Class(EC). These are best alternative to bus journeys. 1 shatabdi train runs from Mumbai to Surat - ADI SHATABDI EXP (12009).
Mumbai to Surat ADI SHATABDI EXP (12009) departs from Borivali station (BVI) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . This train has 2 stoppages.
The concept of Garib Rath started with the vision to provide air conditioned berths at a comparatively low price for the people who could not afford to travel in AC coaches. Garib-rath phrase translates to poor man's chariot in English. The fare in this train is almost two-thirds of regular third ac fare. Usually Garib Rath have Third AC (3A) class only excepting some 1-2 trains which also have Chair Car (CC) class. The compartments of these train coaches have 9 berths making an extra space for side middle berth which is not there in any other train in India. In case passengers want to have bedrolls they need to pay separately for it. Some garib-raths run as fast as rajdhani, but they have lesser priority for track clearance compared to them. These trains are painted green with a yellow colored strip along the window panes. 2 garib-rath trains run from Mumbai to Surat - DEE GARIBRATH (12216) and NZM GARIB RATH (12909).
Mumbai to Surat DEE GARIBRATH (12216) departs from Borivali station (BVI) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . This train has 1 stoppages. Mumbai to Surat garib-rath fare is Rs.395 in Third AC for this train.
Mumbai to Surat NZM GARIB RATH (12909) departs from Borivali station (BVI) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . This train has 1 stoppages. Mumbai to Surat garib-rath fare is Rs.395 in Third AC and Rs.345 in Chair Car for this train.
Double decker express, as the name suggests, are 2 storeyed trains that can accommodate more number of passengers compared to other express or mail trains. These trains ply between important cities which are just a few hundred kilometres apart. These are fully AC coaches and have only seating facilities with Chair Car (CC) class. There is a ladder to climb up the upper deck of coach. These trains do not offer catering facilities. Double-decker Trains are usually painted in vibrant yellow and red color while some other express trains also have double decker non ac coaches. 1 double-decker train runs from Mumbai to Surat - ADI DOUBLE DECKR (12931).
Mumbai to Surat ADI DOUBLE DECKR (12931) departs from Borivali station (BVI) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . This train has 4 stoppages. Mumbai to Surat double-decker fare is Rs.430 in Chair Car for this train.
Sampark Kranti is a series of express trains in India that connects different states of India to the national capital - New Delhi. Sampark in Hindi means connectivity while Kranti is also a word in Hindi language meaning revolution. Thus these trains have revolutionized the state connectivity with center. These trains have a combination of all the classes - AC, Sleeper and Unreserved coaches. Sampark Kranti trains are for long distance journeys. These trains are named after states and Sampark Kranti train for a particular state has most of the stoppages in that state only. 3 sampark-kranti trains run from Mumbai to Surat - BDTS SMPRK K EX (12907), SAMPARK KRANTHI (12217) and GOA SMPRK K (12449).
Mumbai to Surat BDTS SMPRK K EX (12907) departs from Borivali station (BVI) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . This train has 1 stoppages. Mumbai to Surat sampark-kranti fare is Rs.1255 in First AC, Rs.755 in Second AC, Rs.550 in Third AC and Rs.205 in Sleeper for this train.
Mumbai to Surat SAMPARK KRANTHI (12217) departs from Vasai Road station (BSR) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . Mumbai to Surat sampark-kranti fare is Rs.1255 in First AC, Rs.755 in Second AC, Rs.550 in Third AC and Rs.195 in Sleeper for this train.
Mumbai to Surat GOA SMPRK K (12449) departs from Vasai Road station (BSR) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . Mumbai to Surat sampark-kranti fare is Rs.1255 in First AC, Rs.755 in Second AC, Rs.550 in Third AC and Rs.200 in Sleeper for this train.
Humsafar trains are long distance superfast trains that traverses overnight journeys. This is a new concept by the Indian Railways. Some Humsafar trains also run for more than 24 hours. Keeping in mind the middle class travellers, Humsafar was launched last year by the Former Railway Minister Mr. Suresh Prabhu. It has only Third AC class coach and have optional meal service. This train follows dynamic pricing meaning fare increases as the seat availability decreases. However, these trains hold lesser priority than Rajdhani and Shatabdi trains. Humsafar trains are equipped with modern day amenities and enhanced safety features. There are CCTV cameras fitted in every coach of Humsafar trains and there are charging points for each berth. One can also see current running speed of train on the LEDs fitted above doors. These trains are characterized by beautiful graffiti paint with vibrant sky blue color on outer surface of coaches. 9 humsafar trains run from Mumbai to Surat - BARMER HUMSAFAR (12997), GKP HUMSAFAR EX (19091), BGKT HAMSAFAR (20943), JAM HUMSAFAR (22923), UDZ HUMSAFAR EXP (19668), LPI INDB HUMSAFR (20915), GIMB HUMSAFAR (20923), SGNR HUMSAFAR (22498) and ADI HUMSAFAR (22919).
Mumbai to Surat BARMER HUMSAFAR (12997) departs from Borivali station (BVI) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . This train has 3 stoppages. Mumbai to Surat humsafar fare is Rs.620 in Third AC and Rs.230 in Sleeper for this train.
Mumbai to Surat GKP HUMSAFAR EX (19091) departs from Borivali station (BVI) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . This train has 2 stoppages. Mumbai to Surat humsafar fare is Rs.575 in Third AC and Rs.200 in Sleeper for this train.
Mumbai to Surat BGKT HAMSAFAR (20943) departs from Borivali station (BVI) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . This train has 2 stoppages. Mumbai to Surat humsafar fare is Rs.575 in Third AC, Rs.200 in Sleeper and Rs.115 in Second Seater for this train.
Mumbai to Surat JAM HUMSAFAR (22923) departs from Borivali station (BVI) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . This train has 2 stoppages. Mumbai to Surat humsafar fare is Rs.620 in Third AC and Rs.230 in Sleeper for this train.
Mumbai to Surat UDZ HUMSAFAR EXP (19668) departs from Kalyan Jn station (KYN) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . Mumbai to Surat humsafar fare is Rs.575 in Third AC, Rs.470 in Chair Car and Rs.220 in Sleeper for this train.
Mumbai to Surat LPI INDB HUMSAFR (20915) departs from Vasai Road station (BSR) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . Mumbai to Surat humsafar fare is Rs.575 in Third AC, Rs.190 in Sleeper and Rs.110 in Second Seater for this train.
Mumbai to Surat GIMB HUMSAFAR (20923) departs from Vasai Road station (BSR) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . Mumbai to Surat humsafar fare is Rs.575 in Third AC and Rs.190 in Sleeper for this train.
Mumbai to Surat SGNR HUMSAFAR (22498) departs from Kalyan Jn station (KYN) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . Mumbai to Surat humsafar fare is Rs.620 in Third AC for this train.
Mumbai to Surat ADI HUMSAFAR (22919) departs from Kalyan Jn station (KYN) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . Mumbai to Surat humsafar fare is Rs.620 in Third AC, Rs.245 in Sleeper and Rs.140 in Second Seater for this train.
Tejas is semi-high speed express train that was launched in July 2017. This is a new concept train which is fully AC and has modern amenities onboard like LED TV beside each seat, tea and coffee vending machines. This train hails for short journeys and have only seating arrangements with Chair Car (CC) and Executive Class (EC) classes of travel. Ticket fare is little higher for these trains. Tejas trains are painted in bright yellow color and have sun rays inscribed on the outer surface of coaches. Tejas is a sanskrit word meaning Sharp and vibrant which reflects the modern day facilities of this train. 1 tejas train runs from Mumbai to Surat - IRCTC TEJAS EXP (82901).
Mumbai to Surat IRCTC TEJAS EXP (82901) departs from Borivali station (BVI) at and arrives Surat station (ST) at . This train has 2 stoppages.