Travelled in Sleeper class from Dadar to Bikaner. It's mildly crowded and you'll find waitlist passengers in it. No Pantry car but vendors enter from outer of Vadodara Railway station. Beware of them as they wear IRCTC uniform but seller overpriced stale food. Better wait till Vadodara Junction and gather dinner from there or use E-catering. Vada Pav and Dal pakoda is highly recommended in Vadodara. In Ahmedabad, try the Khaman which is delicious. Also, you can witness the diesel being attached.
The next morning, you'll witness amazing and mesmerizing views of...
more... desert and various deers and other wild animals after crossing Samadhari Junction. Post Jodhpur, the run is amazing but be mindful about the sand entering in the coaches. Also, ensure that you get adequate water during summer times as with the heat, you won't realize that you're thirsty and face dehydration related problems.