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Booking Trains
In India, riding the rails is a reason to travel all by itself. The Indian rail network
goes almost everywhere, almost all the time, and trains have seats to suit every
size of wallet. However, booking can be quite an undertaking - book online to
take the hassle out of train travel.
Train Classes
Air-Conditioned 1st Class (1AC)
The most expensive class, with two- or four-berth compartments with locking doors and meals included.
Air-Conditioned 2-Tier (2AC)
Two-tier berths arranged in groups of four and two in an open-plan carriage. Bunks convert to seats by day and
there are curtains, offering some privacy.
Air-Conditioned 3-Tier (3AC)
Three-tier berths arranged in groups of six in an open-plan carriage with no curtains; popular with Indian families.
AC Executive Chair
Comfortable, reclining chairs and plenty of space; usually on Shatabdi express trains.
AC Chair
Similar to the Executive Chair carriage but with less-fancy seating.
Sleeper Class
Open-plan carriages with three-tier bunks and no AC; the open windows afford great views.
Unreserved 2nd Class
Wooden or plastic seats and a
lot
of people - but cheap!
