Indian Railways increases fares after half-decade

Heads up if you travel long distances by train—Indian Railways is set to raise ticket prices starting July 1, 2025.
This is the first fare hike since 2020, and officials say it's meant to help boost revenue while still keeping trips affordable.
If you're taking AC, sleeper, or second-class trains for over 500km, expect a small increase: AC fares go up by 2 paise/km, sleeper by 1 paise/km, and second class by half a paise/km.
Good news for daily suburban commuters with monthly passes—your fares won't change.