Mumbai Ayodhya Festival Special Trains: 24 Amrit Bharat Services
Central Railway has announced 24 Mumbai Ayodhya festival special trains to accommodate the massive passenger rush expected during the upcoming Dussehra, Diwali, and Chhath Puja celebrations. These services are designed to provide seamless connectivity for devotees and travelers moving between Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh during the peak festive season.
Amrit Bharat Rakes for Enhanced Comfort
To ensure a high-quality travel experience, the railway will operate these 24 weekly services using modern Amrit Bharat Superfast rakes. The special schedule consists of 12 trips in each direction, connecting Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) in Mumbai directly to Ayodhya Cantt.
Detailed Train Schedule and Timings
LTT to Ayodhya Cantt (Train No. 01045)
The LTT to Ayodhya Cantt Superfast Special will operate on a bi-weekly basis:
- Days of Operation: Every Monday and Friday
- Service Period: October 19, 2026, to November 27, 2026
- Departure (LTT): 07:35 AM
- Arrival (Ayodhya Cantt): 10:15 AM (the following day)
Ayodhya Cantt to LTT (Train No. 01046)
The return journey, Ayodhya Cantt to LTT Superfast Special, follows this schedule:
- Days of Operation: Every Tuesday and Saturday
- Service Period: October 20, 2026, to November 28, 2026
- Departure (Ayodhya Cantt): 01:50 PM
- Arrival (LTT): 05:15 PM (the following day)
Major Stations and Halts
These special services will provide essential connectivity to several key stations along the route. The trains will make scheduled stops at:
- Kalyan
- Igatpuri
- Nashik Road
- Manmad
- Bhusaval
- Khandwa
- Itarsi
- Jabalpur
- Katni
- Satna
- Manikpur
- Prayagraj Junction
- Pratapgarh
- Sultanpur
How to Secure Your Tickets
Passengers looking to book travel for these festive services can use the following methods:
- Online Booking: Through the official IRCTC website.
- Railway Counters: At any designated railway reservation center.
- Unreserved Travel: Tickets can be obtained via the UTS system at standard fares.
- Mobile Apps: Bookings are also available through the RailYatri mobile application.