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. 2 rajdhani trains run from Delhi to Hyderabad - SC RAJDHANI (12438) and SBC RAJDHANI (22692).
Delhi to Hyderabad SC RAJDHANI (12438) departs from Delhi H Nizamuddin station (NZM) at and arrives Secunderabad Jn station (SC) at . Delhi to Hyderabad rajdhani fare is Rs.5490 in First AC, Rs.3325 in Second AC and Rs.2430 in Third AC for this train which includes meal charges also. Active on IRCTC
Delhi to Hyderabad SBC RAJDHANI (22692) departs from Delhi H Nizamuddin station (NZM) at and arrives Secunderabad Jn station (SC) at . Delhi to Hyderabad rajdhani fare is Rs.5515 in First AC, Rs.3325 in Second AC and Rs.2430 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 Delhi to Hyderabad - SC DURONTO EXP (12286) and DEE YPR DURONTO (12214).
Delhi to Hyderabad SC DURONTO EXP (12286) departs from Delhi H Nizamuddin station (NZM) at and arrives Secunderabad Jn station (SC) at . Delhi to Hyderabad duronto fare is Rs.5490 in First AC, Rs.3325 in Second AC, Rs.2430 in Third AC and Rs.995 in Sleeper for this train which includes meal charges also.
Delhi to Hyderabad DEE YPR DURONTO (12214) departs from Delhi Sarai Rohilla station (DEE) at and arrives Secunderabad Jn station (SC) at . Delhi to Hyderabad duronto fare is Rs.5490 in First AC, Rs.3325 in Second AC and Rs.2430 in Third AC for this train which includes meal charges also.
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. 2 sampark-kranti trains run from Delhi to Hyderabad - YPR SAMPARK KRT (12650) and NZM TPTY SF EXP (12708).
Delhi to Hyderabad YPR SAMPARK KRT (12650) departs from Delhi H Nizamuddin station (NZM) at and arrives Kacheguda station (KCG) at . Delhi to Hyderabad sampark-kranti fare is Rs.4460 in First AC, Rs.2625 in Second AC, Rs.1825 in Third AC and Rs.695 in Sleeper for this train.
Delhi to Hyderabad NZM TPTY SF EXP (12708) departs from Delhi H Nizamuddin station (NZM) at and arrives Kacheguda station (KCG) at . Delhi to Hyderabad sampark-kranti fare is Rs.4460 in First AC, Rs.2625 in Second AC, Rs.1825 in Third AC and Rs.695 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. 1 humsafar train runs from Delhi to Hyderabad - TPTY HAMSAFAR (22706).
Delhi to Hyderabad TPTY HAMSAFAR (22706) departs from Delhi Safdarjung station (DSJ) at and arrives Secunderabad Jn station (SC) at . This train has 6 stoppages. Delhi to Hyderabad humsafar fare is Rs.2085 in Third AC for this train.