Ahmedabad-Rajgir Special Train: Western Railway's Festive Relief!
Western Railway introduces unreserved special trains between Ahmedabad and Rajgir for Diwali and Chhath Puja 2026 travel.
To manage the massive influx of passengers during the Diwali and Chhath Puja festivities in November 2026, Western Railway has rolled out the Ahmedabad Rajgir Special Train services. These unreserved superfast special trains are designed to provide much-needed travel relief to commuters traversing through Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar.
Seamless Unreserved Travel for Festive Commuters
As these services are entirely unreserved, passengers do not need to worry about booking berths or seats in advance. This makes travel significantly more flexible for those planning trips during the busy festive period. Tickets for these special services can be purchased directly at station counters.
Detailed Schedule for Train 09447 and 09448
The railway authorities have provided specific operational details for the latest services to help passengers plan their journeys:
- Train 09447: This service departed from Ahmedabad at 11:55 PM on November 12, 2026, and arrived in Rajgir on November 14, 2026.
- Train 09448: The return leg was scheduled to depart from Rajgir at 2:45 PM on November 14, 2026, with an expected arrival in Ahmedabad on November 15, 2026.
These trips follow earlier festive services that were successfully conducted on November 4 and November 11, 2026.
Extensive Route and Major Stoppages
The special trains cover a vast distance, providing connectivity across several key regions and states. The route includes a variety of significant halts to facilitate passenger movement.
Key Station Stops
The train services include stops at the following important locations:
- Kota Region: Bhawani Mandi, Ramganj Mandi, Kota, and Sawai Madhopur.
- Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh: Anand, Chhayapuri, Godhra, Dahod, and Ratlam.
- Uttar Pradesh: Hindaun City, Bayana, Idgah Agra, Tundla, Govindpuri, Subedarganj, and Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction.
- Bihar: Buxar, Ara, Danapur, Patna, Patna Sahib, Bakhtiyarpur, Bihar Sharif, and Nalanda.
Important Advice for Passengers
Due to the high demand during the Diwali and Chhath Puja season, railway authorities have issued an advisory to all travelers. Passengers are strongly encouraged to reach their respective stations well ahead of the scheduled departure times. This will allow sufficient time to purchase tickets at the counters and help manage the heavy platform crowds effectively during this peak period.