Are trains in India worth using?
Yes, trains can be one of India’s great travel experiences, but they need planning. Book carefully, choose the right class and do not make a tight itinerary depend on rail romance alone.
Answer
Indian trains can give the trip a texture flights never will: platform noise, chai, families settling in, long windows and a sense of distance that makes the country feel real. They can also be confusing, delayed, hard to book and tiring if you choose poorly. The best use of trains is deliberate. Put them on routes where the timing and class make sense; avoid using them to rescue an itinerary that is already too tight. Rail is part of India’s story, but it should not become the thing you are constantly recovering from.
Recheck before you go
Transport schedules can change. Check current timings before you book around them.