Cricket World Cup: Special train between New Delhi and Ahmedabad today

New Delhi [India]: A special train for cricket fans travelling from New Delhi to Ahmedabad for the Cricket World Cup is being run today by the Indian Railways.

Respite from Exorbitant Airfares

This initiative comes as a relief for fans who were grappling with exorbitant airfares, ranging between Rs 20,000 to Rs 40,000.

Final Showdown at Narendra Modi Stadium

The final showdown, featuring the cricketing giants India and Australia, is slated for Sunday, November 19, at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium.

Affordable Options

The train offers seats at a much lower price than the airfare, with prices ranging from Rs 620 for a sleeper seat to Rs 3490 for a 1st AC seat.

The 3AC economy and 3AC seats are priced at Rs 1525 and Rs 1665, respectively.

Departure and Arrival Details

The train will depart from Delhi today evening and reach Ahmedabad tomorrow morning.

After the match, the train will depart from Ahmedabad at 2:30 am for Delhi.

Additional Train Services

In addition to this train, three similar trains are being run between Mumbai and Ahmedabad.

(With inputs from ANI)