Western Railway has introduced a new regular weekly express train service connecting Okha in Gujarat to Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh. This new service, numbered 19560 and 19559, provides a much-needed direct link for pilgrims and regular travelers. The service follows the regularization of a previous special train and officially commenced its journey from Okha on May 11, 2026.
Schedule and Timings of the Okha-Tirupati Express
The Okha-Tirupati Express (19560) is scheduled to depart from Okha every Monday at 11:35 PM. It travels across several states to reach Tirupati by 11:30 PM on Wednesday. The return journey, Train No. 19559, departs from Tirupati every Thursday at 08:15 AM and arrives back at Okha station at 11:50 AM on Saturday. The total travel time for the 2355 km journey is approximately 47 hours and 55 minutes.
Route Details and Coach Composition
This train service uses an ICF rake consisting of 20 coaches to ensure a comfortable journey for all passengers. The composition includes one AC 2-tier coach, three AC 3-tier coaches, ten Sleeper class coaches, and four General second-class coaches, along with two guard-cum-luggage vans. Passengers from major cities like Ahmedabad, Surat, and Rajkot can now access a direct rail connection to the Tirupati Balaji temple.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Train Numbers | 19560 (Okha-Tirupati) / 19559 (Tirupati-Okha) |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Primary Maintenance | Okha |
| Total Coaches | 20 (ICF Rake) |
| Key Stops | Dwarka, Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Surat, Nanded, Kacheguda, Kurnool |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the main stops for the Okha-Tirupati Express?
The train makes stops at several major stations including Dwarka, Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat, Hazur Sahib Nanded, Kacheguda, and Kurnool City before reaching Tirupati.
When does the train leave from Tirupati?
Train No. 19559 departs from Tirupati station every Thursday morning at 08:15 AM and reaches Okha on Saturday morning at 11:50 AM.