24 Special Trains: Mumbai to Ayodhya for Diwali & Chhath Puja
Central Railway has announced a major boost for festive travelers by introducing 24 weekly Mumbai Ayodhya festival special trains. These services are specifically designed to manage the massive surge in passenger demand during the upcoming Dussehra, Diwali, and Chhath Puja seasons, connecting Mumbai's Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) and Ayodhya Cantt.
Amrit Bharat Rakes to Ease Festive Rush
To ensure a comfortable and cost-effective journey, the railway will be utilizing Amrit Bharat rakes for these special runs. This initiative aims to provide reliable connectivity for pilgrims and families traveling to the holy city of Ayodhya during the peak festival period.
Detailed Train Schedule and Timings
Passengers can plan their journeys based on the following schedules for the two primary train services:
- Train Number 01045 (LTT to Ayodhya Cantt): This service will depart from LTT every Monday and Friday at 07:35 AM, arriving at Ayodhya Cantt at 10:15 AM the following day. This service will operate for 12 trips between October 19, 2026, and November 27, 2026.
- Train Number 01046 (Ayodhya Cantt to LTT): This service will depart from Ayodhya Cantt every Tuesday and Saturday at 01:50 PM, arriving at LTT at 05:15 PM the next day. This service will operate for 12 trips from October 20, 2026, to November 28, 2026.
Major Halts and Route Information
The festival special trains will provide connectivity to several key stations along the route. The scheduled halts include:
- Kalyan
- Igatpuri
- Nashik Road
- Manmad
- Bhusaval
- Khandwa
- Itarsi
- Jabalpur
- Katni
- Satna
- Manikpur
- Prayagraj Junction
- Pratapgarh
- Sultanpur
Coach Composition and Booking Details
Each train is configured to accommodate a large number of passengers with the following coach arrangement:
- 8 Sleeper-class coaches
- 11 General second-class coaches
- 1 Pantry car
- 2 Second-seating-cum-guards' brake vans
Ticket bookings for these services have already commenced. Passengers can book their seats through the IRCTC website or use the UTS application for unreserved coaches. For unreserved travel, the RailOne application is also available. Travelers are encouraged to consult the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) website or mobile app for the most accurate timings at specific intermediate stations.