A new and interesting train service will soon be available to passengers who travel between Telangana and Uttar Pradesh. The Charlapalli-Gorakhpur Amrit Bharat Express, which runs as trains 22075 and 22076, will start commercial operations on October 2, 2026.
The train, which starts in Charlapalli in Telangana, will pass through Nagpur, linking southern and central India to places in Uttar Pradesh. The route passes through Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. The service now provides passengers in Nagpur with a direct link to Gorakhpur, as well as access to Bhopal, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, and Gonda.
When Will The Charlapalli-Gorakhpur Amrit Bharat Express Start?
The train numbered 22075 running between Charlapalli and Gorakhpur will start on October 2, 2026, and the 22076 train going from Gorakhpur to Charlapalli will begin on October 4, 2026. The Amrit Bharat Express will run once a week in both directions and thus provide another choice for long-distance travel between southern, central, and northern India.
What Are The Charlapalli-Gorakhpur Amrit Bharat Express Timings?
The announced schedule is:
- Train No. 22075: Departs Charlapalli every Friday at 9:45 PM and reaches Gorakhpur at 6:25 AM on Sunday.
- Nagpur Halt: Arrives at Nagpur at approximately 6:25 AM on Saturday and departs at 6:30 AM, following a five-minute halt.
- Train No. 22076: Departs Gorakhpur every Sunday at 8:30 AM and reaches Charlapalli at 5:00 PM on Monday.
- Return Nagpur Halt: Arrives at Nagpur at approximately 6:40 AM on Monday and departs at 6:45 AM.
The trip from Charlapalli to Gorakhpur is expected to last about 32 hours and 40 minutes.
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What Is The Charlapalli-Gorakhpur Amrit Bharat Express Route?
The train passes through several significant railway junctions along its route, which spans five states, and among its main passenger stations are:
- Telangana: Charlapalli and Kazipet
- Maharashtra: Balharshah, Chandrapur and Nagpur
- Madhya Pradesh: Betul, Itarsi, Bhopal and Bina
- Uttar Pradesh: Jhansi, Kanpur Central, Lucknow area, Barabanki, Gonda and Gorakhpur
In the Nagpur railway division, the train will include Ballarshah, Chandrapur, Nagpur and Betul as important stopping points.
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What Can Passengers Expect On The Train?
The Amrit Bharat Express is intended to be an affordable, non-AC long-distance service and will consist of 22 coaches, most of which will be sleeper and general coaches.
Its coach composition includes:
- 8 sleeper coaches
- 11 general coaches
- 1 pantry coach
- 2 guard-cum-luggage coaches
The Amrit Bharat Express has also adopted push-pull technology to improve its acceleration. Its passenger facilities consist of modern non-AC coaches, sealed gangways, and charging points. The train is designed to run at a speed of 110 to 130 km/h.
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Why Is The New Amrit Bharat Express Important For Nagpur?
The Charlapalli-Gorakhpur route makes an important railway connection between south, central, and north India. The weekly service provides passengers starting in Nagpur with another possibility for travelling by long distance to Gorakhpur and to various places in Uttar Pradesh such as Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow and Gonda. It also enhances the links with Bhopal, Itarsi and some of the other stations situated along the route. The service is particularly suitable for passengers who want a cheap long-distance rail link between Telangana, central India, and Uttar Pradesh, because it includes sleeper and general coaches.
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Summing Up
The Charlapalli-Gorakhpur Amrit Bharat Express will add a weekly rail connection between southern, central, and northern India from October 2026. With stops at Nagpur, Bhopal, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, and Gonda, the service will make long-distance travel to Gorakhpur more accessible for passengers along the route. For Nagpur in particular, the new train provides another direct link to Uttar Pradesh while strengthening the city’s standing as a key railway hub.
