12722 - Dakshin Express

The daily superfast Dakshin Express operates between Hazrat Nizamuddin and Secunderabad. The South Central Railway of the Indian Railways operates the train.

History

The train is named ‘Dakshin Express’ as it connects the northern and central regions of the country with Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Initially, this train was introduced between New Delhi and Madras. Later, the train was diverted from Kazipet to Hyderabad.

Timing and Distance

The train departs from Hazrat Nizamuddin Station (NZM) at 23:00 AM and arrives at Secunderabad Station (SC) at 04:05 AM on the third day. During the journey that lasts 29 hours and 05 minutes, the train covers a distance of 1,660 kms.

Major Stations along the Route

The Dakshin Express passes through New Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Telangana. The train halts at 44 stations on the way. Some of the important stations include:

• Agra
• Jhansi
• Gwalior
• Bhopal
• Itarsi
• Nagpur
• Chandrapur
• Bellampalli
• Kazipet

Average Ticket Prices

The approximate fares of booking a ticket are:

• Second AC nearly INR 2,540
• Third AC around INR 1,745
• Sleeper Class approximately INR 665

Travelers can even book tatkal tickets for Dakshin Express. The tatkal fare of booking a ticket is:

• Second AC around INR 3,065
• Third AC nearly INR 2,160
• Sleeper Class approximately INR 845

Facilities Onboard

The train features a pantry car, and the quality of the food provided is rather good. But travelers can even rely on on-board catering services. For the comfort of travelers, they are provided with blankets, sheets, pillows, and charging points in all the AC classes. The cleanliness on the train is average.

Additional Travel Information

As the train runs from the capital city and passes through a number of important cities and states, the availability of the ticket is average. If you are planning to travel during the months of April to June or September to November, it is recommended to book tickets at least 30 days in advance.

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