Mumbai to Ahmedabad in less than 3 hours! India's First Bullet Train to launch by...., top speed to be…, stations are...
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Mumbai: In a major development that promises to make the traveling experience of Mumbai and Ahmedabad passengers convenient and comfortable, India's first bullet train is expected to be operational on the Sabarmati–Vapi section in Gujarat by 2028. According to the reports, the full 508-km Ahmedabad–Mumbai corridor is likely to be completed by 2030, enhancing high-speed rail connectivity in the region.
It is important to note that the National High-Speed Rail Corporation Ltd (NHRCl) has said that the slab casting work at Virar Bullet Train Station on 28th May 2025, stations in Maharashtra have started taking shape. National High-Speed Rail Corporation Ltd is a joint venture of the Government of India and participating state governments for implementing high-speed rail projects.
With commencement of slab casting work at Virar Bullet Train Station on 28th May 2025 , stations in Maharashtra have also started taking shape . pic.twitter.com/eoOVnE5YPe
— NHSRCL (@nhsrcl) May 28, 2025 Mumbai-Ahmedabad: All You Need to Know The Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor spans approximately 508 km
The corridor will cross major hubs including Mumbai (BKC), Thane, Virar, and Boisar in Maharashtra
In Gujarat the corridor will cross Vapi, Bilimora, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Anand, Ahmedabad, Sabarmati
The corridor is divided into two sections, with the Gujarat segment covering 348 km and the Maharashtra segment spanning around 156 km
Underground sections: 21 km
Sea tunnel: 7 km
Mountain tunnels: 5 km Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Corridor: Interiors Centrally located with modern interiors
Ample seating, clear signage, high-quality restrooms
Nurseries and baggage lockers
First-class passengers enjoy exclusive business lounges
Wheelchair-friendly designs
Lowered ticket counters with braille support
Tactile tiles for visually impaired passengers
Dedicated washrooms for differently-abled individuals Union Minister Harsh Sanghavi Shares Update
Union Minister Harsh Sanghavi recently shared a post that reads, 'India's first bullet train station in Surat is almost ready. Trial runs will begin next year, and full service is expected by 2029. Also, 300 km of viaduct work near Surat is now complete with the launch of a 40-metre full-span box girder.'
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