High-Speed rail project to transform South India: Hyderabad to Chennai & Bengaluru in estimated 2 hours
The Centre¡¯s proposed new high-speed rail project will reduce travel time between Hyderabad and Bengaluru to just 2 hours, and between Hyderabad and Chennai to 2 hours 20 minutes. The train is expected to run at 320 km/h on elevated tracks, similar to the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train. The project is in the planning stage and is expected to be completed in 15 years.

High-Speed Rail Project: The Centre¡¯s new high-speed rail project will connect Hyderabad to Bengaluru in just 2 hours and to Chennai in 2 hours 20 minutes. This will cut travel time by nearly 10 hours compared to current train journeys. The trains will travel at speeds of 320 km/h on elevated tracks, following the design of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train. The Hyderabad-Chennai route will be 705 km long, and the Hyderabad-Bengaluru route will span 626 km. Currently, the project is in the survey phase, and it is expected to be completed in about 15 years.
Hyderabad to Bengaluru in JUST 2 HOURS? Indian Railways is planning a high-speed bullet train, making travel faster, smoother, and more affordable!
¡ª Hyderabad Rising (@HydRising_1) February 13, 2025
Would you choose this over flights? Drop your thoughts in the comments! ??#BulletTrainIndia #HyderabadToBangalore #TravelFast pic.twitter.com/9OIyQsx6vd
Southern India: High-Speed Rail Project
This high-speed train is expected to run at speeds of 320 km/h. These trains will use dedicated tracks that will only serve high-speed trains. The Hyderabad to Bengaluru route will cover 626 km. The Hyderabad to Chennai route will be 705 km long. The trains will take just 2 hours to reach Bengaluru and 2 hours 20 minutes to reach Chennai.
Flights from Hyderabad to Bengaluru take about 1 hour 15 minutes, and to Chennai, about 1 hour 20 minutes. But if you include airport procedures and travel to the city, the total journey takes around 2 to 3 hours. High-speed trains are expected to take a similar time but without the hassle of airports.
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Hyderabad to Chennai & Bengaluru in just over 2 hours! ? India¡¯s new bullet train corridor will cut travel time by 10+ hours with speeds of 320 kmph. A game-changer! #bullettrain pic.twitter.com/yTvcDi7ybK
¡ª Freshfeed news (@freshfeed_news) February 12, 2025
How Will It Be Faster Than Other Transport?
Mode of Transport | Time to Bengaluru | Time to Chennai |
---|---|---|
High-Speed Rail (Future) | 2 Hours | 2 Hours 20 Min |
Current Time | 10+ Hours | 10+ Hours |
Flight (Including airport time) | 2-3 Hours | 2-3 Hours |
Southern India: High-Speed Rail Project Progress
The project is still in the survey stage. RITES Limited, a government firm, is working on a detailed report (as per timesnownew). It will include surveys, design plans, and cost estimates. The project will take around 15 years to complete. Once ready, it will make travel faster and more comfortable for many people.
The proposed high-speed rail will cut the travel time between Hyderabad and Bengaluru to just 2 hours, operating at speeds up to 320 kmph. This initiative is part of a broader plan to connect major cities with high-speed rail by 2051, promising a transformation in how people¡
¡ª Daily Updates (@dailyupdates04) February 12, 2025
320 km/h High-Speed Rail in South India (Expected Speed)
This high-speed rail project will be modeled on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train. It will improve travel for many people in South India. The trains will be fast, reliable, and efficient. With completion expected in 15 years, this project will be a major boost for the region's transportation system.
? Hyderabad to Bengaluru, Chennai in 2 hrs.
¡ª Gems (@gemsofbabus_) February 12, 2025
Once operational, these high-speed trains will ferry passengers from Hyderabad to Bengaluru in just 2 hours & to Chennai in 2 hours and 20 minutes. pic.twitter.com/ciOozeLMHD
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