Archive · 15 Jun 2025
Indian Train Offers Free Rides for Decades
There's a train in India that you can ride for free!
It's been that way for a long time, for decades.
Even though it costs money to run the train – about as much fuel as a car uses in an hour – the people in charge decided to keep it free.
They did this to remember and respect the train's history.
A train in India is free of cost.
The train has been fare-free for decades.
The Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has considered charging a fare.
Operational costs include 18 to 20 litres of fuel per hour.
The fare-free status honors the train's legacy.
- Who
- The Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB).
- What
- A free train service.
- When
- For decades.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To honor the train’s legacy.
Current situation
Potential change
Fare
Current situation
The train is free
Potential change
The train may charge a fee.
- Fare Status
- Free
- Fuel Consumption
- 18-20 litres per hour
- Management
- Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB)