Jaipur Railway Update: Long waiting lists in major trains, airfares spike due to summer rush
Passengers traveling from Jaipur are facing severe difficulties in booking train tickets. Due to the ongoing summer holidays and wedding season, most major trains are showing long waiting lists or ‘no-room’ status. This surge in demand has also led to a sharp increase in flight ticket prices on several key routes.
Which trains are most affected by the booking crisis?
Many trains heading towards tourist and religious hubs are completely full. The current situation is expected to last until the end of next month. Even the Tatkal quota is filling up quickly, leaving passengers with very few options for immediate travel.
| Train Name | Route/Destination | Current Status |
|---|---|---|
| Rani Khet Express | Kathgodam | Fully booked until May 18; long sleeper waiting list |
| Pooja Express | Jammu | No-room in 1st and 3rd Economy AC until May 20 |
| Yoga Express | Rishikesh | No-room in all classes until May 25 |
| Marusagar Express | Goa | 2nd AC online booking closed until May 30 |
| Okha Express | Dehradun | No-room in all classes until May 30 |
| Ajmer-Sealdah Express | Sealdah | No AC bookings available for next 5 days |
| Jaipur-Mumbai Superfast | Mumbai | 3rd AC WL 131, Sleeper WL 97 on May 17 |
What are the alternatives for passengers?
The Ajmer Chandigarh Vande Bharat is currently offering some relief in terms of seat availability. However, those looking for flights have found airfares to be extremely high. Tourism experts state that family travel to religious and hill stations is the primary reason for this heavy passenger load.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why is there a ticket shortage in trains from Jaipur?
The shortage is due to the combined impact of summer holidays and the wedding season, as many families are traveling to tourist and religious destinations.
Is the Tatkal quota available for these trains?
No, immediate relief is not available in the Tatkal quota as seats are filling up very quickly.