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The travel influencer, @nickandraychel, documented her long-distance train ride and urged others to plan for a similar experience
The influencer advised booking tickets well in advance, especially during festivals, and explained the different classes available, from Sleeper Class to AC 1st Class
A Canadian woman’s video lauding Indian Railways while travelling in a sleeper train has gone viral on Instagram.
The travel influencer, @nickandraychel, documented her long-distance train ride and urged others to plan for a similar experience. In the video clip, she captured her journey from reaching the station to boarding the train.
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“Travelling by train in India is an experience like no other. With over 68,000 km of tracks connecting nearly every corner of the country, it’s a beautiful window into everyday life in India,” she wrote in the caption of the post.
Once onboard, she highlighted how tickets cost just $12 (around ₹1,000) for a seven-hour ride. She also showed the different amenities provided, including blankets wrapped neatly in brown paper bags. “I actually quite like these trains. They’re very fast, quite efficient,” she said.
Sharing her favourite part of the journey, she said: “Train travel in India is all about people-watching, enjoying the landscapes, and glimpses into everyday life. Open windows let you see the beautiful countryside, busy towns, or quiet villages.”
The influencer then tried the meal served on board, which included veggie patty with bread. She also bought two samosas of Rs10 each (15 cents) from vendors walking through the compartments.
In the caption, she advised booking tickets well in advance, especially during festivals, and explained the different classes available, from Sleeper Class to AC 1st Class. She revealed that AC 2-Tier was her preferred option, but the clip she shared was from an AC 3-Tier coach.
“Trains can get busy, especially in general seating or unreserved compartments. Keep your belongings secure and try to arrive early to find your seat or berth. Always be respectful of local customs!! Trains are a wonderful mix of locals, travellers, and vendors. Be polite, patient, and open to conversation. Many people are curious, friendly, and happy to chat,” she advised.
“EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED: Trains can run late, change platforms, or experience delays. Having a flexible attitude is essential for travel in India,” she added.
Ending her video, she summed up her experience as: “I love the trains in India. They are definitely the way to see the country.”
The post was lauded by many social media users.
One of the users said: “I heard this is a wild experience but like … I kind wanna do it anyways.”
“This is so helpful we’re gonna use all this info for when we go to India!” commented another user.
September 16, 2025, 23:50 IST
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