Northern Railway has announced the operation of a new weekly summer special train service between Chhapra Junction and Pathankot Junction. This initiative aims to manage the heavy passenger traffic during the upcoming peak travel season from April to July 2026. The train service, operating as numbers 05193 and 05194, will complete a total of 30 trips, providing a direct connection between Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Punjab for the convenience of commuters.
What is the schedule and timing for the Chhapra-Pathankot special train?
Train number 05193 will depart from Chhapra Junction every Monday at 14:00 hours starting from April 6, 2026, and reach Pathankot Junction at 22:15 hours the following Tuesday. On the return leg, train number 05194 will leave Pathankot Junction every Wednesday at 00:30 hours starting from April 8, 2026, and arrive at Chhapra at 09:15 hours on Thursday. This special service is scheduled to run until mid-July 2026, ensuring smooth travel during the summer vacation period.
Which stations are included in the route and what are the train facilities?
The train will feature a mix of AC coaches, Sleeper class, and General class coaches to cater to different passenger needs. These trains are equipped with modern LHB coaches for enhanced safety and comfort. E-catering facilities and bedroll services are also expected to be available for passengers on this long-distance route. The major stoppages for this train are listed in the table below.
| State | Major Stoppages |
|---|---|
| Bihar | Chhapra Kacheri, Dighwa Dubauli, Thawe Jn. |
| Uttar Pradesh | Tamkuhi Road, Padrauna, Kaptanganj, Gorakhpur, Basti, Gonda, Sitapur, Shahjahanpur, Bareilly, Moradabad |
| Uttarakhand | Laksar, Roorkee |
| Haryana & Punjab | Saharanpur, Yamunanagar Jagadhri, Ambala Cantt, Ludhiana, Jalandhar Cantt, Pathankot Jn. |