New Train Announcement: Indian Railways to launch summer special trains between Bandra Terminus and Shakurbasti
Indian Railways will run new summer special trains to handle the heavy passenger rush between Mumbai and Delhi. These trains, numbered 09117 and 09118, will connect Bandra Terminus and Shakurbasti. This move is part of a larger plan by the Ministry of Railways to operate over 18,200 special trips across the country between April 15 and July 15, 2026.
What is the schedule and route for these special trains?
Train number 09117 will depart from Bandra Terminus on May 22, 2026, and reach Shakurbasti. In return, train number 09118 will leave Shakurbasti on May 25, 2026, for Bandra Terminus. These trains will stop at several major stations across Gujarat and Rajasthan to help passengers traveling from these states.
| Station | 09117 (Departure/Arrival) | 09118 (Departure/Arrival) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandra Terminus | 16:30 (Dep) | 06:00 (Arr) |
| Boisar | 18:03 / 18:05 | 04:00 / 04:02 |
| Dahanu Road | 18:50 / 18:52 | 03:15 / 03:17 |
| Surat | 20:51 / 20:53 | 23:30 / 23:32 |
| Vadodara Junction | 22:40 / 22:45 | 19:35 / 19:40 |
| Dahod | 00:16 / 00:18 | 16:46 / 16:48 |
| Ratlam | 02:10 / 02:15 | 15:15 / 15:20 |
| Kota | 05:35 / 05:40 | 07:55 / 08:05 |
| Shakurbasti | 15:05 (Arr) | 00:30 (Dep) |
What are the coach details and fare rules?
The trains will have a composition of Sleeper coaches and General coaches to accommodate different types of passengers. Since these are special services, special fares will be applicable for all bookings. The Western Railway zone will manage the rake maintenance for these services from Bandra Terminus.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will the special trains 09117 and 09118 operate?
Train 09117 will depart from Bandra Terminus on May 22, 2026, and Train 09118 will depart from Shakurbasti on May 25, 2026.
Which stations are covered in this route?
The train stops at Boisar, Dahanu Road, Surat, Vadodara Junction, Dahod, Ratlam, and Kota.