How to keep large luggage safe on overnight trains in India

From messages by 4 participants in 1 source · Last activity: 4 days ago

TL;DR

In general and sleeper-class coaches, travelers commonly use a lock or chain for large luggage, especially overnight. Chaining suitcases appears less common in higher classes, but documents and valuables should still stay with you.

What the community said

For general and sleeper-class travel, bring a small lock or luggage chain: travelers report that passengers sometimes secure suitcases to their berth or seat in these coaches.

5 days ago general and sleeper class

In higher-class coaches, passengers appear to chain suitcases much less often. Basic precautions still apply, but a higher class may be preferable for an overnight route.

5 days ago higher-class coaches

When travelling overnight with a backpack or suitcase, keep money, documents, and other valuables out of your main luggage and on your person while sleeping.

6 days ago