The Economic Times

Bengaluru-Mangaluru Vande Bharat would take just 7 hours to travel between the two cities, saving up to 9 hours compared with other express trains; check launch date and stops

Bengaluru-Mangaluru Vande Bharat will start within weeks, said Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. In trials, it took about 7 hours, saving 2 to 9 hours over existing trains. A flight takes about an hour but costs Rs 3,000 to Rs 4,700. The fare and final timetable are awaited.