India's longest train journey: Embark on a 4-day tour across 9 states

Every day millions of people travel via train in India. Indian Railways operated over 13,000 trains daily, carrying more than 25 million passengers. Some of the trains like Vande Bharat takes eight hours to reach its destinations, while other trains such as Sanghamitra Express takes 48 hours to cover the distance of 2681 km between Bengaluru and Patna.

But, did you know there is a train in India that takes four days to complete its journey and passes through nine states along the way? If you are unaware of this fascinating train operated by Indian Railways, don't worry. We are here to take you on this unique and memorable journey.

This incredible journey offers a glimpse into India's diverse landscapes, starting with the lush tea gardens of Assam and culminating at the serene sandy shores of Kanyakumari. So, hop aboard this train and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty and cultural richness of India along the way.

The Vivek Express holds the title of the longest train route (in terms of distance and time) in India, spanning from Dibrugarh in Assam to Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu. The train was launched in 2013 to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda.

The Vivek Express, covering a distance of approximately 4,200 kilometers, takes around 75 hours to complete its journey. It makes stops at over 59 stations along the way and takes four days to reach its destination.

The train operates twice a week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays. It departs from Dibrugarh at 7:35 pm and takes 74 hours and 20 minutes to reach Kanyakumari, arriving at 9:55 pm on the fourth day. The fare for AC 2 is Rs 4,450, for AC 3 is Rs 3,015, and for Sleeper Class is Rs 1,185. Fares are subject to change due to the dynamic fare system.

The Vivek Express, India's longest-distance train, travels through nine states: Assam, Nagaland, Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, on its journey from Dibrugarh to Kanyakumari.

India's longest-running train, the 22504 Vivek Express, covers a distance of approximately 4,200 km, which is nearly the same as the distance from Delhi to Singapore, roughly 4,155 km (2,582 miles) by flight.