Jabalpur-Haridwar Special Train: New Weekly Service for Festivals
West Central Railway launches weekly special trains between Jabalpur and Haridwar for Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath festivals.
To accommodate the massive surge in passenger demand during the upcoming festive season, West Central Railway has officially introduced a Jabalpur Haridwar special train service. This new weekly connectivity is specifically designed to assist travelers during the busy periods of Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath Puja.
Detailed Schedule and Operating Dates
The new services will operate under train numbers 01703 and 01704, providing a reliable link for pilgrims and holidaymakers. The service is scheduled to run through the peak festive months of October and November 2026.
Jabalpur to Haridwar (Train No. 01703)
- Departure: Every Thursday at 3:30 PM from Jabalpur.
- Arrival: Friday at 2:20 PM at Haridwar.
- Service Period: From October 22, 2026, to November 19, 2026.
Haridwar to Jabalpur (Train No. 01704)
- Departure: Every Friday at 3:10 PM from Haridwar.
- Arrival: Saturday at 4:20 PM at Jabalpur.
- Service Period: From October 23, 2026, to November 20, 2026.
Route and Key Station Stoppages
The journey is expected to take approximately 22 hours and 50 minutes. To ensure convenient access for passengers across various regions, the special train will make scheduled stops at the following stations:
- Katni Murwara
- Damoh
- Sagar
- Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi
- Gwalior
- Dholpur
- Agra Cantt
- Mathura
- Kosikalan
Note: While there have been historical proposals for a Jabalpur-Haridwar link passing through Satna, Chitrakoot, and Kanpur, these current festive special services will strictly follow the West Central Railway route mentioned above.
Booking Information
With the festive season approaching, passengers are encouraged to plan their travel in advance. Ticket bookings for these special weekly services are now open to the general public.