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Detailed explanation-1: -NEW DELHI: Railways’ second double-decker Uday Express will run between Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada to cater to the busy route in the East Coast Railway zone, officials said on Monday.

Detailed explanation-2: -Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada distance is 350 km by train. The average travel duration on this route is 4 hr 53 mins.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are two Uday Express trains operating in India: 22665/22666 Bangalore City – Coimbatore Uday Express. 22701/22702 Visakhapatnam–Vijayawada Uday Express.

Detailed explanation-4: -The UDAY (Utkrisht Double Decker Air-Conditioned Yatri) Express is equipped with a host of new features such as infotainment system, with wi-fi, GPS-based passenger information system, food vending machines and an exclusive dining area for passengers.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Howrah–Dhanbad Double Decker Express was a Superfast train of Indian Railways, which was the first of its type to be introduced. It was accommodated with latest stainless steel LHB coach, manufactured at Kapurthala Coach Factory.