The Amarkantak Express is a daily Superfast Express train operated by Indian Railways. It connects Durg Junction in the state of Chhattisgarh with Bhopal Junction, the capital city of Madhya Pradesh. The train is named after Amarkantak, a revered pilgrimage town and the source of the Narmada River, located in Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh.
Overview:
- Train Numbers:
- 12853: Durg Junction to Bhopal Junction
- 12854: Bhopal Junction to Durg Junction
- Service Type: Superfast Express
- Operator: Indian Railways (South East Central Railway zone)
- Route: The train traverses through parts of Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh, covering a significant distance between the two terminal cities.
- Frequency: Daily
- Classes of Travel: The Amarkantak Express typically offers various classes of accommodation, including AC First Class (1A), AC 2-Tier (2A), AC 3-Tier (3A), Sleeper Class (SL), and General Unreserved (GS) coaches, catering to different passenger preferences.
- Significance: The train provides a vital link for passengers traveling between the major industrial city of Durg and the administrative hub of Bhopal, serving numerous towns and cities along its route. Its naming pays homage to the cultural and geographical significance of Amarkantak.