Indian Railways are the backbone of the transport system. One may look for high class, means AC coach, when he or she is planning for long-distance travel which may take more than a day.
Let’s see what are the major difference between 1st AC coach, 2nd AC coach, and 3rd AC coach in terms of facilities offered. To make things simple I have made a table for all comparisons.
| 1st AC Coach | 2nd AC Coach | 3rd AC Coach | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Also known as | First-class Air-Conditioned coach. | Second-tier Air-Conditioned coach. | Third-tier Air-Conditioned coach. |
| Number of Berths | 2 or 4 in the Compartment. | 2 in the Aisle and 4 in the Compartment. | 2 in the Aisle and 6 in the Compartment. |
| Food | Provided complimentary. | Team and snacks (maybe) provided complimentarily. | Not provided. |
| Bedding | Pillow, sheets, and blankets are provided complimentary | Pillow, sheets, and blankets are provided complimentary | Pillow, sheets, and blankets are provided complimentary |
| Bathroom | Mostly clean, with a shower, and even toilet paper roll. | Fairly clean but lacks shower. | May, or, may not be clean, depending on how people use it. |
| Fare | Most expensive. Similar to Airlines Sometimes. | Less expensive than 1AC, more than 3AC. | Cheaper in the ACs, but more than non-AC. |
These are the main difference between 1st AC, 2nd AC, and 3rd AC coach in Indian Railways?
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