Hadapsar-Muzaffarpur Special Extended: 20 Extra Trips for Festive Travel!
Central Railway has announced a significant extension for the Hadapsar-Muzaffarpur weekly special train services to accommodate the surge in passenger demand expected during the upcoming festive season. This move aims to provide smoother travel options for commuters heading home during the holidays.
Detailed Schedule for Trains 05590 and 05589
Dr. Swapnil Nila, Chief Public Relations Officer of Central Railway, confirmed that the extension includes 20 additional trips. While the service duration has been lengthened, there will be no changes to the existing routes, stoppage locations, or departure timings.
Outbound Service: Hadapsar to Muzaffarpur
Train number 05590, the Hadapsar-Muzaffarpur weekly special, is scheduled to operate every Thursday. The extended service will run from September 24, 2026, to November 26, 2026. This follows the previous schedule which was set to conclude on July 16, 2026.
Return Service: Muzaffarpur to Hadapsar
The return journey, Train number 05589 (Muzaffarpur-Hadapsar weekly special), will operate every Tuesday. The extended period for this service runs from September 22, 2026, to November 24, 2026, extending from its original end date of July 14, 2026.
Coach Composition and Availability
To cater to various passenger needs, the extended services feature a diverse range of coaches:
- One First AC-cum-AC 2-tier coach
- Eight AC 3-tier coaches
- One AC 3-tier economy coach
- Eight sleeper class coaches
- Two general second-class coaches
- One second seating-cum-guards brake van
- One generator car
Booking Information for Passengers
Reservations for these extra trips were opened on September 18, 2026. Passengers can secure their travel through the following channels:
- Reserved Travel: Bookings can be made via the Passenger Reservation System (PRS) counters or through the official IRCTC website.
- Unreserved Travel: Tickets for unreserved coaches are available via the UTS system or the RailOne mobile application at standard fares.
Passengers are advised to verify specific intermediate halt timings using the Railway Enquiry system or the NTES mobile application.