{"id":4695,"date":"2021-04-08T12:17:25","date_gmt":"2021-04-08T06:47:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/?p=4695"},"modified":"2025-07-28T16:58:28","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T11:28:28","slug":"best-railway-routes-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695","title":{"rendered":"19 Scenic Railway Routes in India for Memorable Train Journey"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We often heard that journey is better than the destination. Thus, Here we are talking about enjoying the journey rather than the destination. Looks strange?? But it is true. Here we are going to talk about some best railway routes in India where you can enjoy the journey while reaching your destination. Let&#8217;s discuss this in detail.<\/p><img width=\"1200\" height=\"792\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Railway-tracks.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-single size-post-single wp-post-image\" alt=\"19 Scenic Railway Routes in India for Memorable Journey of Train\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Railway-tracks.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Railway-tracks-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Railway-tracks-1024x676.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Railway-tracks-768x507.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Railway-tracks-303x200.jpg 303w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Railway-tracks-644x425.jpg 644w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" title=\"Railway tracks\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India has the fourth-largest rail network in the world and the train routes in the country pass through some of the most scenic views one has ever come across. It is one of the busiest networks in the world that transports 8.439 billion passengers annually. In India, you can witness some beautiful train routes that pass across mountains, valleys, rivers, plains, deserts, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are also two <a href=\"https:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/statesparties\/in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">UNESCO&#8217;s world heritage sites<\/a> on Indian Railways and that are the Mountain Railways of India and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus. You can find various train routes that run for tourists like The Palace on Wheels, The Royal Rajasthan on Wheels, The Golden Chariot, The Deccan Odyssey, etc. Here, we have mentioned some of the most beautiful train routes in India that will leave you awestruck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#Beautiful_Railway_Routes_in_India\" >Beautiful Railway Routes in India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#1_Kalka_to_Shimla_Train\" >1) Kalka to Shimla Train<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#2_Mumbai_to_Goa\" >2) Mumbai to Goa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#3_Jalpaiguri_to_Darjeeling\" >3) Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#4_Vasco_Da_Gama_to_Londa\" >4) Vasco Da Gama to Londa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#5_Kanyakumari_to_Trivandrum\" >5) Kanyakumari to Trivandrum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#6_Dooars_Voyage\" >6) Dooars Voyage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#7_Mandapam_%E2%80%93_Pamban_%E2%80%93_Rameswaram\" >7) Mandapam &#8211; Pamban &#8211; Rameswaram<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#8_The_Indian_Maharaja_%E2%80%93_Deccan_Odyssey_Train_Route\" >8) The Indian Maharaja &#8211; Deccan Odyssey Train Route<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#9_Desert_Queen\" >9) Desert Queen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#10_Chilka_Train_Route\" >10) Chilka Train Route<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#11_Mumbai_to_Pune_Railway_Route\" >11) Mumbai to Pune Railway Route<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#12_Kashmir_Valley_Railway_Route\" >12) Kashmir Valley Railway Route<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#13_Konkan_Railway_Route\" >13) Konkan Railway Route<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#14_Aroma_of_Assam\" >14) Aroma of Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#15_Pathankot_%E2%80%93_Jogindernagar_Kangra_Valley_Railways\" >15) Pathankot &#8211; Jogindernagar (Kangra Valley Railways)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#16_Karjat_to_Lonavala\" >16) Karjat to Lonavala<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#17_Nilgiri_Mountain_Railway\" >17) Nilgiri Mountain Railway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#18_Visakhapatnam_%E2%80%93_Araku_Valley\" >18) Visakhapatnam &#8211; Araku Valley<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-railway-routes-in-india-4695\/#19_Hassan_%E2%80%93_Mangalore\" >19) Hassan &#8211; Mangalore<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Beautiful_Railway_Routes_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Beautiful Railway Routes in India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below are some amazing railway routes in India that might make your journey more memorable than the destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Kalka_to_Shimla_Train\"><\/span>1) Kalka to Shimla Train<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/kalka-to-shimla-railway-route.jpg\" alt=\"Beautiful Railway Routes\" class=\"wp-image-4873\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/kalka-to-shimla-railway-route.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/kalka-to-shimla-railway-route-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/kalka-to-shimla-railway-route-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/kalka-to-shimla-railway-route-638x425.jpg 638w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the year 2008, UNESCO added the Kalka Shimla railway to the mountain railway of India&#8217;s world heritage site. It is one of the most beautiful train journeys in India that passes through scenic Himalayan ranges. The track was established in the year 1903 and it has 20 beautiful stations, 969 bridges, and 103 tunnels. With a toy train, you can thoroughly enjoy foggy meadows and astonishing views on this route. The average journey time from Kalka to Shimla is around 5 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Mumbai_to_Goa\"><\/span>2) Mumbai to Goa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"431\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mumbai-to-goa-railway-route.jpg\" alt=\"Mumbai to Goa train route\" class=\"wp-image-4875\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mumbai-to-goa-railway-route.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mumbai-to-goa-railway-route-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mumbai-to-goa-railway-route-768x414.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mumbai-to-goa-railway-route-345x186.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mumbai-to-goa-railway-route-770x415.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orientrailjourneys.com\/blog\/best-train-from-mumbai-to-goa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Orient rail journeys<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mumbai to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/state\/goa\">Goa<\/a> train route has beautiful landscapes and it runs between Sahyadri hills on one side and the Arabian Sea on the other.&nbsp; The train passes through 92 tunnels and over 2000 bridges and you can enjoy some majestic views every now and then. On this train route, you will witness lush greenery and numerous small rivers which will make your journey more exciting. The total journey time from Mumbai to Goa is approximately 12 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Jalpaiguri_to_Darjeeling\"><\/span>3) Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"521\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Darjeeling-Himalayan-Train.jpg\" alt=\"Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling train route\" class=\"wp-image-4876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Darjeeling-Himalayan-Train.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Darjeeling-Himalayan-Train-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Darjeeling-Himalayan-Train-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Darjeeling-Himalayan-Train-307x200.jpg 307w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Darjeeling-Himalayan-Train-653x425.jpg 653w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Darjeeling Himalayan railway is a beautiful toy train journey between Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling. It is a 78 km long journey, and the train passes through various stations like Siliguri town, Sukna, Rangtong, Kurseong, Sonada, Rongbul, Batasia loop, etc. UNESCO declared the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-darjeeling\">Darjeeling<\/a> Himalayan railway a world heritage site in the year 1999.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Vasco_Da_Gama_to_Londa\"><\/span>4) Vasco Da Gama to Londa <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a train route in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/state\/karnataka\">Karnataka<\/a> where you can enjoy some breathtaking views. It is a beautiful route, and you will continuously come across lush greenery, mountains, and waterfalls. The best time to go on this journey is during the Monsoon season. During monsoon season you can enjoy majestic views along with beautiful weather. The time taken to travel from Vasco Da Gama to Londa is around 3 to 4 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Kanyakumari_to_Trivandrum\"><\/span>5) Kanyakumari to Trivandrum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"469\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kanyakumari-to-Thiruvananthapuram-train-route-1.jpg\" alt=\"Kanyakumari to Trivandrum railway route\" class=\"wp-image-4877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kanyakumari-to-Thiruvananthapuram-train-route-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kanyakumari-to-Thiruvananthapuram-train-route-1-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kanyakumari-to-Thiruvananthapuram-train-route-1-768x450.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kanyakumari-to-Thiruvananthapuram-train-route-1-341x200.jpg 341w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kanyakumari-to-Thiruvananthapuram-train-route-1-725x425.jpg 725w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kanyakumari to Trivandrum is a small train journey where you will come across some beautiful views of coconut trees and amazing Tamil and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/state\/kerala\">Kerala<\/a> architecture. In this journey, you will see some of the most beautiful views of South India. It takes around 2 to 3 hours to travel from Kanyakumari to Trivandrum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Dooars_Voyage\"><\/span>6) Dooars Voyage <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Dooars is basically the alluvial floodplains in the eastern and north-eastern region of India. It is arguably one of the best railway routes in India that pass through Mahananda wildlife sanctuary, Chapramari forest, Jaldapara wildlife sanctuary, Buxa Tiger reserve, and various streams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Mandapam_%E2%80%93_Pamban_%E2%80%93_Rameswaram\"><\/span>7) Mandapam &#8211; Pamban &#8211; Rameswaram<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Rameshwaram-train-route.jpg\" alt=\"Mandapam - Pamban - Rameswaram railway route \" class=\"wp-image-4878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Rameshwaram-train-route.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Rameshwaram-train-route-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Rameshwaram-train-route-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Rameshwaram-train-route-320x200.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Rameshwaram-train-route-680x425.jpg 680w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripoto.com\/tamil-nadu\/trips\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-taking-the-train-ride-over-pamban-bridge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Tripoto<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is one of the most thrilling railway routes as the train passes through Pamban bridge which connects the Mandapam town with Pamban Island and Rameswaram. The length of the Pamban bridge is around 2.345 kilometers. The views are astonishing as the train passes through this beautiful bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_The_Indian_Maharaja_%E2%80%93_Deccan_Odyssey_Train_Route\"><\/span>8) The Indian Maharaja &#8211; Deccan Odyssey Train Route<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"322\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/deccan-odyssey-train.jpg\" alt=\"The Indian Maharaja Deccan Odyssey train route\" class=\"wp-image-4879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/deccan-odyssey-train.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/deccan-odyssey-train-300x121.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/deccan-odyssey-train-768x309.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/deccan-odyssey-train-345x139.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/deccan-odyssey-train-770x310.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/luxury-trains-of-india-1843\">luxurious trains in India<\/a> and its purpose is to boost tourism on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/state\/maharashtra\">Maharashtra<\/a> route. The train passes through the western Ghats, Deccan plateau, Konkan regions, Nashik, Kolhapur, Ratnagiri, and Goa. The train offers everything to its travelers like an ayurvedic massage center, beauty parlor, steam baths, conference rooms, gymnasium, library, etc. Overall, it is a beautiful experience that every tourist should have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Desert_Queen\"><\/span>9) Desert Queen <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Desert Queen runs between Jaisalmer and Jodhpur and the travel time is around 6 hours. A lot of people expect it to be a boring journey, but it is completely the opposite. On this journey, tourists will see enthralling views of the desert, grazing camels, and colorful mud huts. The most beautiful things one can enjoy in the desert are the sunset and sunrise and this journey will give you an opportunity to enjoy the feel of desert safari. The Desert Queen takes around 6 hours to reach the destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Chilka_Train_Route\"><\/span>10) Chilka Train Route <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chilika-train-route.jpg\" alt=\"Chilka Train Route\" class=\"wp-image-4880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chilika-train-route.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chilika-train-route-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chilika-train-route-301x200.jpg 301w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chilika-train-route-640x425.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.go2india.in\/orissa\/chilika-train.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">go2india.in<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Bhubaneshwar to Brahmapur is one of the most refreshing train journey experience one could ever have. The train passes through lush greenery on one side and Chilka lake on the other. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/chilika-lake\">Chilka lake<\/a> is the largest coastal lagoon in India where you can find over 160 species of migratory birds. It is one of the perfect railway routes for nature lovers and bird watchers. The train journey time from Bhubaneshwar to Brahmapur is around 3 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Mumbai_to_Pune_Railway_Route\"><\/span>11) Mumbai to Pune Railway Route<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mumbai-to-pune-railway-route.jpg\" alt=\"Mumbai to Pune Railway Route\" class=\"wp-image-4881\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mumbai-to-pune-railway-route.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mumbai-to-pune-railway-route-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mumbai-to-pune-railway-route-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mumbai-to-pune-railway-route-345x194.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mumbai-to-pune-railway-route-756x425.jpg 756w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Mumbai, it is a short three-hour journey to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-pune\">Pune<\/a>. During the journey, you will pass through beautiful and mesmerizing hill stations like Khandala, Lonavala, etc. It is a fun ride, and you will see some beautiful landscapes and waterfalls throughout the journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Kashmir_Valley_Railway_Route\"><\/span>12) Kashmir Valley Railway Route <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"452\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/kashmir-to-baramula-railway-route.jpg\" alt=\"Kashmir Valley Railway route\" class=\"wp-image-4882\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/kashmir-to-baramula-railway-route.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/kashmir-to-baramula-railway-route-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/kashmir-to-baramula-railway-route-768x434.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/kashmir-to-baramula-railway-route-345x195.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/kashmir-to-baramula-railway-route-175x100.jpg 175w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/kashmir-to-baramula-railway-route-752x425.jpg 752w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripoto.com\/trip\/experiencing-kashmir-through-the-great-indian-railways-5ae94a6345106\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Tripoto<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a 356-kilometer railway track that connects Jammu and Baramulla. The whole route is full of beautiful and majestic views of the mountains. The Kashmir valley railway is also one of the most challenging projects as it is in the high earthquake intensity zone and high altitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Konkan_Railway_Route\"><\/span>13) Konkan Railway Route<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"606\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Konkan-Railway-route.jpg\" alt=\"Konkan Railway Route\" class=\"wp-image-4883\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Konkan-Railway-route.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Konkan-Railway-route-300x227.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Konkan-Railway-route-768x582.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Konkan-Railway-route-264x200.jpg 264w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Konkan-Railway-route-561x425.jpg 561w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/curlytales.com\/go-greet-the-rain-in-a-konkan-railway-train\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">curlytales<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Konkan railway is full of fascinating views of nature. You will not get bored throughout the journey as you will witness majestic Sahyadri mountain ranges, waterfalls, and lakes. The train goes through dense forests, tunnels, western ghats, etc. and all these things adds to the beauty of the Konkan railway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Aroma_of_Assam\"><\/span>14) Aroma of Assam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"810\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Train-Journey-from-Guwahati-to-Silchar.jpg\" alt=\"Aroma of Assam railway route\" class=\"wp-image-4884\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Train-Journey-from-Guwahati-to-Silchar.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Train-Journey-from-Guwahati-to-Silchar-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Train-Journey-from-Guwahati-to-Silchar-768x521.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Train-Journey-from-Guwahati-to-Silchar-295x200.jpg 295w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Train-Journey-from-Guwahati-to-Silchar-626x425.jpg 626w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.ca\/pin\/492862752970243605\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pinterest<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey from Guwahati to Silchar is extremely beautiful as the train passes through lush greenery, tea gardens, and river valleys of Assam. The total train journey from Guwahati to Silchar is around 10 hours and it will keep you occupied with the scenic views of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/state\/assam\">Assam<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Pathankot_%E2%80%93_Jogindernagar_Kangra_Valley_Railways\"><\/span>15) Pathankot &#8211; Jogindernagar (Kangra Valley Railways)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"482\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kangra-valley-railway.jpg\" alt=\"Pathankot - Jogindernagar (Kangra Valley Railways)\" class=\"wp-image-4885\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kangra-valley-railway.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kangra-valley-railway-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kangra-valley-railway-768x463.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kangra-valley-railway-332x200.jpg 332w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kangra-valley-railway-705x425.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.co.uk\/pin\/354940014383833861\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pinterest<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Kangra valley railway runs from Pathankot to Jogindernagar. The distance of this route is around 164 kilometers and throughout the journey, you will enjoy scenic views and river bridges. The highest point of this journey is Ahju station, which is at an elevation of 1290 meters. The train travel time from Pathankot to Jogindernagar is approximately 8 to 9 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Karjat_to_Lonavala\"><\/span>16) Karjat to Lonavala <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"511\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Karjat-to-Lonavala-train-route.jpg\" alt=\"Karjat to Lonavala railway route\" class=\"wp-image-4886\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Karjat-to-Lonavala-train-route.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Karjat-to-Lonavala-train-route-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Karjat-to-Lonavala-train-route-768x491.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Karjat-to-Lonavala-train-route-313x200.jpg 313w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Karjat-to-Lonavala-train-route-665x425.jpg 665w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.voguetraveller.com\/2017\/06\/03\/10-scenic-train-rides-across-india-need-go-right-now\/the-western-ghat-saunter-karjat-lonavala\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">vogue traveller<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Kharjat to Lonavala train journey you will pass through Thakur wadi, Monkey hills, and Khandala. The train moves through the western ghats and you can see some fascinating views of nature because the train connects hill stations. The best season to travel from Karjat to Lonavala is monsoon. It is a short journey that takes around 1 hour to reach the destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Nilgiri_Mountain_Railway\"><\/span>17) Nilgiri Mountain Railway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Nilgiri-moutain-railway.jpg\" alt=\"Nilgiri Mountain Railway\" class=\"wp-image-4887\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Nilgiri-moutain-railway.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Nilgiri-moutain-railway-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Nilgiri-moutain-railway-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Nilgiri-moutain-railway-637x425.jpg 637w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.newsonair.com\/News?title=TN%3A-Unique-Nilgiri-Mountain-Railway-to-run-special-train-services-from-today-till-June-24&amp;id=348192\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">news on air<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Niligiri mountain railway was built in the year 1908. In the year 2005 UNESCO added it as a world heritage site and it was then known as Mountain Railways of India. It is a 5-hour journey through the beautiful forests, curves, and tunnels. The train passes through stations like Kallar, Adderly, Kateri, Aravankadu, Ketti, Lovedale, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Visakhapatnam_%E2%80%93_Araku_Valley\"><\/span>18) Visakhapatnam &#8211; Araku Valley<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Visakhapatnam-to-araku-valley-train-route.jpg\" alt=\"Visakhapatnam - Araku Valley\" class=\"wp-image-4888\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Visakhapatnam-to-araku-valley-train-route.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Visakhapatnam-to-araku-valley-train-route-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Visakhapatnam-to-araku-valley-train-route-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Visakhapatnam-to-araku-valley-train-route-267x200.jpg 267w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Visakhapatnam-to-araku-valley-train-route-567x425.jpg 567w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey from Vishakhapatnam to Araku valley is of three hours. In the three hours journey, the train passes through numerous tunnels and beautiful views. Earlier this route was used for transporting iron ore and various minerals from Vishakhapatnam to Chhattisgarh. The total journey time from Vishakhapatnam to Araku valley is 3 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Hassan_%E2%80%93_Mangalore\"><\/span>19) Hassan &#8211; Mangalore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hassan-to-mangalore-train-route.jpg\" alt=\"Hassan - Mangalore railway route\" class=\"wp-image-4889\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hassan-to-mangalore-train-route.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hassan-to-mangalore-train-route-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hassan-to-mangalore-train-route-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hassan-to-mangalore-train-route-638x425.jpg 638w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/hmrdc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">hmrdc<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey from Hassan to Mangalore is quite scenic and amazing. Throughout the whole journey, you will see breathtaking views of waterfalls, rice meadows, palm trees, and mountains. The railway voyage moves through the Malnad region stretch and it is a refreshing route for travelers. It takes around 5 to 6 hours to travel from Hassan to Mangalore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are some of the best train routes in India. Every route has something different to offer and as someone said, &#8216;It is the journey matters, not the destination. Some routes will take you through the green meadows and forests, whereas some will show you the beauty of deserts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We often heard that journey is better than the destination. Thus, Here we are talking about enjoying the journey rather than the destination. Looks strange?? But it is true. 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