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Indian Railways has raised train fares starting today, specifically for longer journeys over 215 kilometers.
Indian Railways has announced a hike in train fares, which starts today. This increase is applicable for journeys that are longer than 215 kilometers. The rule was initially set to take effect from 26 December 2025, but it has been implemented earlier.
The new rates mean that for non-AC trains, passengers will now pay 1 paise more per kilometer. For mail, express, and AC trains, the fare has gone up by 2 paise per kilometer. For example, if someone travels 500 kilometers in a non-AC train, they will pay an additional Rs 10 compared to the previous ticket price.
To give a clearer picture, on a journey of 1000 kilometers, a passenger in a non-AC train will pay around Rs 10 extra. However, if they are traveling in premium trains like Rajdhani Express or Vande Bharat, the fare could increase by about Rs 20.
Good news for those traveling short distances: there will be no fare hike for journeys up to 215 kilometers. This means that daily commuters and those taking local trains won’t have to worry about increased costs. The fare adjustments are aimed at covering rising operational costs while keeping the burden on passengers minimal.
Moving forward, this fare increase is seen as a necessary step for Railways to improve services and maintain operations. While long-distance travelers will pay a bit more, short-distance travelers can continue their journeys without any extra expense.
Summary:
- Train fares have increased effective today for journeys over 215 kilometers.
- Non-AC trains see a rise of 1 paise per kilometer; AC trains see 2 paise.
- A 1000-kilometer trip in non-AC will cost about Rs 10 more.
- No change in fares for journeys under 215 kilometers.
- This fare hike aims to help Railways manage rising operational costs.
