Indian Railways is one of the largest railway departments in the world, through which crores of people travel every day, which is economical and comfortable. Trains not only connect cities, towns and villages across the country, but also play an important role in the daily lives of millions of Indians. Often, questions arise in the minds of passengers about how much would a train cost. Let us tell you- 

Second Largest in Asia: Indian Railways holds the second largest rail network in Asia.

Fourth Largest Globally: It holds the status of the fourth largest railway network in the entire world.

Extensive daily use: A large section of India's population uses trains on a daily basis for commuting, business and recreation.

How much does a train cost in India?

With such a huge railway system, have you ever wondered how much it costs to build and operate an entire train? Here is a detailed breakdown:

Standard full train (24 coaches):

A full-sized train with 24 coaches usually costs around ₹60 to ₹70 crore.

Type-Based Cost Variance:

Train costs may vary depending on the type of train, technology used and number of coaches.

MEMU Trains(20 coaches):

A typical MEMU (Mainline Electric Multiple Unit) train with 20 coaches costs around ₹30 crore.

Kalka Mail (ICF Type - 25 coaches):

An ICF-type Kalka Mail with 25 coaches costs around ₹40.3 crore.