Mumbai to Danapur & Gorakhpur: New Diwali Chhath Special Trains
Central Railway launches new one-way special trains from Mumbai to Danapur and Gorakhpur for the Diwali and Chhath Puja 2026 festive season.
Central Railway has announced the launch of two new one-way special train services to manage the massive surge in passenger traffic during the upcoming Diwali 2026 and Chhath Puja season. These additional services are specifically designed to assist commuters traveling from Mumbai towards Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.
New Special Train Routes and Schedules
To accommodate the festive rush, the railway has authorized two specific one-way services to ensure smoother travel for long-distance passengers:
- LTT to Danapur (Train No. 01029): This unreserved special service departed from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) at 11:55 PM on November 10 and is scheduled to arrive in Danapur on November 12.
- CSMT to Gorakhpur (Train No. 01041): This one-way special departed from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) at 2:50 PM on November 10, with an expected arrival in Gorakhpur on November 11.
Part of a Massive Festive Operation
These new services are part of a much larger initiative by Indian Railways to tackle holiday congestion. A total of 418 festival special trips have been scheduled to originate from the Mumbai and Pune regions. Another significant service recently commenced, with the Pune to Danapur one-way special departing Pune at 8:20 PM on November 10, slated to reach Danapur on November 12.
Fare Details and Major Transit Hubs
Passengers should be aware that these services operate under the Train on Special Fare (TOSF) category. This classification involves a surcharge ranging between 10% and 30% above the standard ticket prices.
The routes for these special trains are designed to connect major transit hubs, providing connectivity through key stations such as:
- Bhopal
- Itarsi
- Bina
- Jhansi
- Kanpur Central
- Lucknow
How to Book and Track Your Journey
Tickets for these special services can be secured through the official IRCTC website, the mobile application, or at any computerized Passenger Reservation System (PRS) counters.
For real-time updates regarding train schedules and to verify the status of these limited-trip services, travelers are encouraged to use the following resources:
- The 139 helpline.
- The National Train Enquiry System (NTES) application.