IRCTC: 10 Unexpected Things You Can Now Order on Train. It is not just a ticket booking tool for the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), but it has traveled a long distance. At present, IRCTC has emerged as a digital ecosystem with more than 30 million users for rail passengers. It has extended beyond the train schedule and reservation. Today, the whole experience – food onboard, travel packages, comfort, and connectivity – is included in the gamut of IRCTC services.
You no longer need to wait for pantry staff. Through e-catering services, passengers can pre-order hot tea, breakfast, lunch, and dinner from reputed brands like Haldiram’s, Dominos, and IRCTC’s own kitchen services.
Today, IRCTC, in collaboration with RailTel, together provides free or low-cost high-speed Wi-Fi at over 6000 railway stations throughout India. A great blessing for remote workers and students traveling by trains.
With over 10,000 hotels now included in the list of hotels that IRCTC users can reserve in India, these lodging options come with special discounts for railway passengers.
Are you stuck traveling? Via IRCTC, you’ll find clean and safe retiring rooms at some of the most important railway stations—perfect for those quick layovers.
IRCTC packages tours at both affordable and luxury price ranges, such as spiritual circuits, wildlife trips, and Bharat Darshan specials.
An unprecedented move by IRCTC. One can now book luxury cruise experiences on Indian coastlines and rivers.
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You can, OF COURSE, book tickets on IRCTC-the app permits an online booking for domestic and international flights along with competitive prices and loyalty points.
Integrated bus ticket booking made available on the IRCTC website, covering major cities and routes.
Tie-ups with local cab providers allow seamless last-mile travel options.
Buy affordable travel insurance for your journey with just one click while booking your train ticket.
It is no longer merely a ticketing platform but also your all-in-one travel companion. Services offered expand and get smarter in integration, making train travel in India the most convenient ever.