Slowest Train: Moves At Walking Speed Still Draws Huge Crowds! Read Details

A person can easily walk at 8 to 9 kilometres per hour. But did you know there's a train in India that moves even slower than that? And people actually queue up to ride it! So, what's the special story behind this train?

You can actually walk faster than this train...

Most of us have travelled by train at some point. Journeys can last for hours or even days, and many prefer trains for long-distance travel. Nowadays, we have super-fast trains that have made travel easy. But did you know India still has a train that is incredibly slow? Don't assume it runs empty, though. People line up for it every day! Let's find out where this train is and what makes it so special.

An amazing train journey...

Even though this train is very slow, the journey gives you a feeling that you'll wish it was even slower. Why? Because it passes through dense forests, misty hills, dark tunnels, and vast tea gardens. When you're on this train, your focus is entirely on nature, not on how long you've been sitting. It leaves you with a truly wonderful feeling.

A train that runs through the Nilgiri mountains...

This train runs between Mettupalayam and Ooty, right through the Nilgiri mountains. It holds the record for being the slowest train in India. It travels at a speed of 9 kilometres per hour, which means people can actually walk faster than it. The total journey covers 46 kilometres and takes about five hours. Despite its slow pace, it remains a memorable and beautiful journey for everyone who rides it.

What is the reason for the train's slow speed?

This train travels through the steep parts of the Nilgiri mountains. That's why it moves slower than other passenger trains. The route is very challenging, so it moves slowly for safety reasons. Even though it's slow for safety, the beautiful scenery all around has made it a huge attraction. This train is also a movie star! The famous song 'Chaiyya Chaiyya' from the movie 'Dil Se', featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Malaika Arora, was filmed on this very train.