Passengers travelling between Thawe and Patna have received a major update regarding their daily commute. The Ministry of Railways has officially approved the regular operation of the Thawe-Patna Intercity train. This train was previously running as a special service, but it will now operate daily on a regular basis. This decision is expected to bring relief to thousands of passengers from Gopalganj, Siwan, and Chhapra who travel to the state capital frequently.
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Timings and Route Information
The train will run under the numbers 03215 and 03216. According to the schedule, train number 03216 departs from Thawe Junction at 18:25 and arrives at Patna Junction at 23:45. The total journey takes about 5 hours and 20 minutes.
For the return trip, train number 03215 departs from Patna Junction at 12:10 and reaches Thawe at 17:40. The train covers a distance of 176 km and stops at 15 stations, including Gopalganj, Marhaura, Dighwara, and Patliputra. This route connects several key towns via Masrakh.
Impact on Daily Passengers
The confirmation of this daily service solves a big problem for local residents. Previously, the special status of the train created uncertainty about its long-term availability. BJP MLA Mithilesh Tiwari confirmed the approval from the Railway Minister, ensuring that the service is here to stay.
Daily connectivity is vital for students, office workers, and patients visiting Patna for treatment. With a fixed daily schedule, people can plan their travel better without looking for alternative road transport. The East Central Railway (ECR) zone will manage these operations to ensure punctuality.