Indian Railways has regularized the special train service between Varanasi Cantt and Lucknow. The service, which includes Ayodhya Dham on its route, officially began its regular operations on Thursday, May 28, 2026. This move aims to provide better facilities to passengers and boost regional development and tourism.
What are the new train numbers and timings?
The Ministry of Railways has replaced the special train numbers 04217/04218 with new regular numbers. Train number 14225 departs from Varanasi at 6:20 AM and reaches Lucknow at 12:20 PM. In the return journey, train number 14226 departs from Lucknow at 4:20 PM and arrives in Varanasi at 10:20 PM.
Which stations are covered in this route?
The train stops at several key locations to help local commuters and pilgrims. The full list of stoppages is provided below:
| Station Name | Route Detail |
|---|---|
| Babatpur | Stop |
| Jaunpur Junction | Stop |
| Shahganj Junction | Stop |
| Malipur | Stop |
| Akbarpur | Stop |
| Gosainganj | Stop |
| Ayodhya Dham Junction | Major Stop |
| Ayodhya Cantt | Stop |
| Rudauli | Stop |
| Dariyabad | Stop |
| Barabanki Junction | Stop |
What are the coach details and impact on other trains?
The train operates with 15 coaches, consisting of 13 general second-class coaches and 2 SLR/D coaches. Due to this new regular service, the timings of the 13307 Dhanbad-Firozpur Ganga Sutlej Express have been partially revised between Malipur and Rudauli. Additionally, the arrival time of train 20402 Lucknow-Varanasi Superfast Express at Varanasi is now 10:40 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the new train number for Varanasi to Lucknow Express?
The new regular train number is 14225 for the Varanasi to Lucknow route and 14226 for the Lucknow to Varanasi route.
Does this train stop at Ayodhya Dham?
Yes, Ayodhya Dham Junction and Ayodhya Cantt are both included as stoppages on this route.