Bengaluru-Bound Daily Express via Warangal and Vijayawada Is Now Regular: Check Timings and Route
Passengers travelling between Bengaluru and major cities including Warangal and Vijayawada have received an important railway update. The Danapur–SMVT Bengaluru Special Express, which was earlier operated as a special service, is being regularised as a daily Superfast Express.
The regular train will operate as Train No. 22365 from Danapur to SMVT Bengaluru and Train No. 22366 from SMVT Bengaluru to Danapur. The move gives passengers a more predictable daily travel option on a long-distance route connecting Bihar with Karnataka through Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and several other states.
The regular service is scheduled to begin from Danapur on September 1, 2026, while the return service from SMVT Bengaluru is scheduled to begin from September 3, 2026. The change is particularly relevant for passengers at Warangal and Vijayawada, two major stops on the route.
From Special Train to Regular Daily Superfast Express
The biggest development is not the launch of an entirely new train but the regularisation of an existing special service.
The earlier special train numbers 03251 and 03252 are being replaced by 22365 and 22366 for regular operations. A special train may be operated for a limited period or extended based on operational requirements, while a regular service offers greater certainty for passengers planning future journeys.
For students, professionals, migrant workers and families travelling between eastern and southern India, daily connectivity can make journey planning easier, particularly on a route linking several major cities.
Train Numbers and Timings
The regular services will operate as:
Train No. 22365: Danapur–SMVT Bengaluru Daily Superfast Express
Train No. 22366: SMVT Bengaluru–Danapur Daily Superfast Express
According to the announced timetable, Train No. 22365 will depart Danapur at 2:45 PM daily and is scheduled to reach SMVT Bengaluru at around 2:30 PM on its arrival day.
The return service, Train No. 22366, is scheduled to leave SMVT Bengaluru at 11:50 PM daily.
Passengers should check the latest timetable, reservation details and running status before travelling because railway schedules can be affected by operational changes, maintenance work, diversions or other temporary arrangements.
Warangal and Vijayawada Get Important Connectivity
The route includes Warangal in Telangana and Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh, providing passengers from these cities with direct connectivity towards Bengaluru.
For passengers travelling from the Telangana region, the Warangal stop adds another long-distance option towards Karnataka. Vijayawada, one of southern India's major railway junctions, is also an important stop because it provides connectivity for travellers from different parts of Andhra Pradesh.
The train's route also includes stops such as:
Ara – Buxar – Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction – Prayagraj Chheoki – Satna – Jabalpur – Itarsi – Nagpur – Sevagram – Chandrapur – Balharshah – Warangal – Vijayawada – Ongole – Gudur – Perambur – Katpadi – Jolarpettai – Bangarapet – Whitefield – SMVT Bengaluru.
The service therefore connects a large geographical corridor across several states rather than serving only the Danapur-Bengaluru market.
Why the Daily Service Matters
Bengaluru is a major destination for technology professionals, students, workers and businesses. A significant number of people travel to the city from Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
A daily train can provide greater flexibility compared with a weekly or limited-frequency service. Passengers do not have to plan their journey around a single departure day, although ticket availability will continue to depend on demand and reservation status.
The route also serves intermediate passengers. Someone travelling from Warangal or Vijayawada towards Bengaluru, for example, can use the service as another available option rather than depending on only one or two existing trains.
Coach Composition and Travel Classes
The Danapur–SMVT Bengaluru Daily Superfast Express is reported to operate with 24 coaches, including:
2 AC Two-Tier coaches
3 AC Three-Tier coaches
10 Sleeper Class coaches
7 General Second Class coaches
2 Second Class Luggage-cum-Brake Vans
The service is also reported to include Divyangjan-friendly accommodation in the designated luggage-cum-brake vans.
The mix of AC, Sleeper and General coaches makes the train relevant to different categories of passengers, from budget travellers to those seeking air-conditioned accommodation.
What Passengers Should Check Before Booking
The regularisation announcement is positive, but passengers should not rely only on news reports for their final travel plans.
Before booking, travellers should verify:
The latest departure and arrival timings
Reservation availability
Boarding and destination stations
Temporary route diversions or cancellations
Platform information
Live running status on the day of travel
Tickets and reservation details can be checked through IRCTC, while running information can be verified through Indian Railways' NTES.
A Useful Addition to the Warangal–Vijayawada–Bengaluru Corridor
The regularisation of this train strengthens an already busy railway corridor connecting eastern India with southern India.
For Warangal and Vijayawada passengers, the significance lies in the addition of another daily long-distance service towards Bengaluru. For Bengaluru passengers travelling north and east, the train provides direct connectivity to Danapur and important intermediate stations across multiple states.
The transition from a special service to a regular train also gives the route greater operational stability, although passengers should continue to check official railway systems for the latest schedule.
Conclusion
The Danapur–SMVT Bengaluru Special Express is now being regularised as a daily Superfast service, operating as Train No. 22365 and 22366. With stops at major stations including Warangal and Vijayawada, the service adds another regular travel option for passengers heading towards Bengaluru or travelling in the opposite direction.
The Danapur-origin service is scheduled to begin regular operations from September 1, 2026, followed by the Bengaluru-origin return service from September 3, 2026. The most important takeaway for passengers is the shift from a temporary special service to a regular daily train, offering greater certainty for advance journey planning.
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