Indian Railways launches special trains between Anand Vihar and Bhagalpur

Indian Railways has introduced a new festive special train service connecting Delhi and Bihar to handle the heavy passenger rush during Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath festivals. This new service is designed to clear long waiting lists and offer comfortable journeys for thousands of travellers heading home.

Train number 04062 will depart daily from Anand Vihar Terminal at 12:00 PM starting October 10 through November 25, 2026, reaching Bhagalpur the next day at 1:30 PM. The return service, train number 04061, will leave Bhagalpur daily at 4:30 PM from October 11 to November 26, 2026, arriving at Anand Vihar Terminal at 8:00 PM the following day. Operating for a total of 47 trips in each direction, this stands as one of the highest-frequency festive specials introduced this season.

Route and Halts

The special train is scheduled to make convenient stops at several key locations. It will halt at Kiul and Abhaipur stations in Lakhisarai district, ensuring improved connectivity for local commuters. Other major halts along the route include Sultanganj, Jamalpur, Aligarh, Tundla, Govindpuri, Subedarganj, Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction (DDU), and Gaya.

Coach Composition and Travel Comfort

Jointly announced by Northern Railway and Eastern Railway, the train features a versatile coach composition that includes General Second Class, Sleeper Class, and AC coaches. Passengers are advised to book their tickets in advance through the IRCTC portal or railway reservation counters to secure their seats and avoid last-minute rush during the peak festive season.