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. 1 rajdhani train runs from Raipur to Nagpur - BSP NDLS RAJ EX (12441).
Raipur to Nagpur BSP NDLS RAJ EX (12441) departs from Raipur Jn station (R) at and arrives Nagpur station (NGP) at . This train has 8 stoppages. Raipur to Nagpur rajdhani fare is Rs.1695 in First AC, Rs.1070 in Second AC and Rs.810 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. 2 duronto trains run from Raipur to Nagpur - PUNE DURONTO EX (12222) and CSMT DURONTO EX (12262).
Raipur to Nagpur PUNE DURONTO EX (12222) departs from Raipur Jn station (R) at and arrives Nagpur station (NGP) at . Raipur to Nagpur duronto fare is Rs.1580 in First AC, Rs.955 in Second AC and Rs.695 in Third AC for this train which includes meal charges also.
Raipur to Nagpur CSMT DURONTO EX (12262) departs from Raipur Jn station (R) at and arrives Nagpur station (NGP) at . Raipur to Nagpur duronto fare is Rs.1580 in First AC, Rs.955 in Second AC and Rs.695 in Third AC for this train which includes meal charges also.
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. 1 humsafar train runs from Raipur to Nagpur - Champaran Humsafar Express (20918).
Raipur to Nagpur Champaran Humsafar Express (20918) departs from Raipur Jn station (R) at and arrives Nagpur station (NGP) at . Raipur to Nagpur humsafar fare is Rs.640 in Third AC and Rs.240 in Sleeper for this train.