Indian Railways has announced the operation of a weekly summer special train between Jabalpur and Ayodhya Dham to manage the increased passenger rush during the upcoming summer season. This service, identified by train numbers 01705 and 01706, is being operated by the West Central Railway zone. The train is scheduled to run for 13 trips in each direction starting from April 2026, providing a convenient travel option for pilgrims and families during the vacation period.
What is the schedule and timing for the Jabalpur-Ayodhya service?
Train number 01705 will depart from Jabalpur every Tuesday at 19:40 hours starting from April 21, 2026, and will reach Ayodhya Dham Junction at 11:25 hours on Wednesday morning. For the return journey, train number 01706 will leave Ayodhya Dham every Wednesday at 13:30 hours from April 22, 2026, arriving in Jabalpur at 06:45 hours on Thursday. Bookings for these services have already commenced as of early April to allow passengers to secure their seats early.
Route, stoppages and coach composition details
The train is designed to cater to various passenger segments with a total of 17 ICF coaches. The composition includes 2 AC-2 tier, 5 AC-3 tier, 8 sleeper class, and general class coaches. The train will make several key stops along its route to serve passengers from different regions. The major stoppages are listed in the table below:
| Station Name | Halt Type |
|---|---|
| Sihora Road & Katni | Enroute Stoppage |
| Maihar & Satna | Major Halt |
| Manikpur & Prayagraj Chheoki | Connectivity Hub |
| Mirzapur & Varanasi | Key Junction |
| Jaunpur Junction | Final Approach Stop |