The North Central Railway administration has announced a new weekly special train service between Kanpur Central and Guwahati to manage the increasing passenger traffic during the upcoming summer season. This special train will travel through key stations in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, including Prayagraj and Varanasi, providing a significant travel alternative for commuters heading towards the Northeast. The initiative is designed to reduce the pressure on existing regular trains and provide more confirmed berths for long-distance travelers.
Schedule and operation dates for train 04127/04128
Train number 04127, Kanpur Central-Guwahati Weekly Special, will depart from Kanpur Central every Thursday. The service is scheduled to run from April 9, 2026, to May 14, 2026, completing a total of six trips. For the return journey, train number 04128 will leave Guwahati every Friday from April 10, 2026, to May 15, 2026. Railway officials have advised passengers to verify the exact timings and halts through the IRCTC website or official inquiry channels before planning their travel.
Route and coach composition details
This special train will cover a wide route, connecting several major cities and towns across multiple states. The journey includes stops at Fatehpur, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Chhapra, Barauni, Katihar, New Jalpaiguri, New Alipurduar, Kokrajhar, Rangiya, and Kamakhya. To ensure a comfortable journey for various passenger categories, the train is equipped with a total of 16 coaches. The detailed breakdown of the coach arrangement is provided below.
| Coach Type | Number of Coaches |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 06 |
| Sleeper Class | 06 |
| AC III Tier | 02 |
| SLRD (Luggage/Brake Van) | 02 |