North Western Railway has announced a bi-weekly summer special train between Barmer and Haridwar to help passengers during the vacation rush. This decision was taken by the Jodhpur Division to ensure travelers get confirmed seats and a comfortable journey to North India. The trains will operate for a limited period starting from May 2026.
What are the timings and dates for the special train?
Train number 04811 will run from Barmer to Haridwar from May 11 to July 16, 2026. It departs Barmer at 4:15 AM on Mondays and Thursdays, reaching Haridwar at 4:10 AM the next day. For the return journey, train number 04812 will operate from May 12 to July 17, 2026, departing Haridwar at 5:15 AM on Tuesdays and Fridays and arriving in Barmer at 7:30 AM the next day.
What is the coach composition and route?
The train consists of 18 coaches to accommodate a large number of passengers. The route includes several key stops across Rajasthan and other states.
| Coach Type | Number of Coaches | |
|---|---|---|
| Second AC | 1 | |
| Third AC | 6 | |
| Sleeper Class | 5 | |
| General Class | 4 | |
| Guard Coaches | 2 |
- Major Halts: Baytu, Balotra, Samdari, Luni, Jodhpur, Merta Road, Nagaur, Nokha, Bikaner, Suratgarh, Hanumangarh, Bathinda, Ambala Cantt, Saharanpur, and Roorkee.
Which other trains are affected by construction work?
Due to Railway Under Bridge (RUB) construction on the Samdari-Luni section, some trains will be partially or fully cancelled in May and June. These include Bhagat ki Kothi-Palanpur (14893/14894), Jodhpur-Hisar Express (14891/14892), Jodhpur-Delhi Salasar Express (22421/22422), and Jodhpur-Bathinda Express (14721/14722).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will the Barmer-Haridwar summer special train operate?
Train 04811 runs from May 11 to July 16, 2026, and return train 04812 runs from May 12 to July 17, 2026.
What are the departure days for this special service?
The train departs Barmer on Mondays and Thursdays, while the return journey from Haridwar starts on Tuesdays and Fridays.