Indian Railways has announced the extension of the Ahmedabad-Darbhanga Summer Special weekly train to accommodate the high passenger demand during the holiday season. The 09465/09466 Clone Special service will now operate from May 15, 2026, until June 26, 2026. This decision aims to provide more confirmed berths for travelers commuting between Gujarat and Bihar via Uttar Pradesh.
Train Schedule and Operational Details
The weekly service connects Ahmedabad Junction (ADI) and Darbhanga Junction (DBG). Train number 09465 departs from Ahmedabad every Friday at 20:25 and reaches Darbhanga on Sunday morning at 10:30. For the return journey, train number 09466 leaves Darbhanga every Monday at 03:00 and arrives in Ahmedabad on Wednesday at 16:24. The train covers a total distance of approximately 1935 kilometers in about 38 hours.
Coach Composition and Major Stoppages
This special train is equipped with modern LHB coaches to ensure a safe and comfortable journey. Passengers can book tickets in Sleeper Class, AC 3-Tier, and AC 2-Tier categories. The train also offers on-board catering and e-catering services for the convenience of long-distance travelers. Key intermediate stops included in the route are as follows:
| Station Name | Station Code |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad Junction | ADI |
| Ratlam Junction | RTM |
| Ujjain Junction | UJN |
| Guna Junction | GUNA |
| Bina Junction | BINA |
| VGL Jhansi | VGLJ |
| Kanpur Central | CNB |
| Lucknow Charbagh | LKO |
| Ayodhya Cantt | AYC |
| Muzaffarpur Junction | MFP |
| Samastipur Junction | SPJ |
| Darbhanga Junction | DBG |