Swiggy now delivers to 100 railway stations; Vijayawada Junction saw maximum orders

Bengaluru: Swiggy announced on Friday that it will be partnering with IRCTC to deliver food directly to 100 railway stations across 20 States in the country.

Train passengers can select from a wide selection of meals, which can be delivered right to their train seats. In case the delivery to the seat doesn’t happen, it also promised a full refund. Consumers simply need to search ‘Train’ on the Swiggy app and enter the train PNR to be able to access all stations on their itinerary where food can be delivered, and pre-order it.

Swiggy to provide train travellers with cutlery too

In addition to this, Swiggy also rolled out assured cutlery for Food on Train orders to ensure a hassle-free dining experience for train passengers.

This initiative ensures that every meal comes with a spoon, fork and tissue, neatly packed in an eco-friendly pouch. The cutlery is made from sustainable materials, reinforcing Swiggy’s commitment to offering a sustainable and more hygienic dining experience onboard.

Speaking on the company’s announcement, Deepak Maloo, vice president, Swiggy Food Marketplace, said, “Train journeys are an integral part of India’s culture, and food plays a central role in that experience. Expanding Swiggy Food on Trains to 100 stations allows us to serve passengers with greater convenience and access to a diverse range of meals from across the country. This milestone is a testament to the seamless integration of technology and operations, ensuring that passengers can order from over 60,000 restaurant brands with the assurance of delivery to their seats. Our partnership with IRCTC reflects Swiggy’s commitment to enhancing everyday moments for consumers, wherever they are.”

Swiggy joined hands with the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) in March 2024 to deliver food on trains.

Some interesting snippets from the one year of operations:

- Swiggy has delivered 35,000 orders on trains with just a 60-second halt

- Close to 54,000 travellers ordered multiple meals in a single trip

- Vijayawada Junction recorded the highest number of orders in the last year, followed by Nellore, Secunderabad Junction and Katpadi Junction.

- Notably, Kalyan Junction saw the largest single order placed—a meal featuring 41 burgers along with 40 fries.

- Biryani led the way with over 100,000 orders, followed by dosa, idli and vada as top breakfast picks.

- Beyond the usual train staples, passengers are indulging in diverse cuisines, including Tibetan Baked Cheesy Momos, Cinnamon Churros, Mexican Mushroom and Cheese Quesadillas and Lebanese Classic Peppy Chicken Shawarma.

In the coming months, Swiggy said it will continue to expand its reach to more stations across the length and breadth of the country.