The West Central Railway has announced the start of a new MEMU train service between Kota and Ujjain from June 15, 2026. This service is an extension of the existing Kota-Chomahla MEMU and aims to provide an affordable travel option for passengers in the Hadoti region. The inauguration will take place at Chomahla station in Jhalawar via video conferencing.
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What are the timings and route of the Kota-Ujjain MEMU
The train will operate daily to connect the two cities. Train number 61624 will leave Kota at 5:40 AM and reach Ujjain by 12:00 PM. For the return journey, train number 61623 will depart from Ujjain at 12:30 PM and arrive in Kota at 7:05 PM.
| Station Name | Stop Status |
|---|---|
| Ramganj Mandi | Stop |
| Bhawani Mandi | Stop |
| Shamgarh | Stop |
| Chomahla | Stop |
| Vikramgarh Alot | Stop |
| Nagda | Stop |
Who will benefit from this new rail service
According to Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Saurabh Jain, this service will be highly beneficial for devotees visiting the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, as well as students and traders. The connectivity will also help passengers during the upcoming Simhastha Mela in 2028. Member of Parliament Dushyant Singh and Anil Firozia mentioned that this extension will boost local employment and religious tourism in the border areas of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
Important changes in existing MEMU services
With the introduction of this new extension, there is a change in another service. The Kota-Nagda-Kota MEMU (Train number 61616/61615) will now operate only up to Chomahla instead of continuing to Nagda.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the timing of the Kota-Ujjain MEMU train?
Train 61624 departs Kota at 5:40 AM and reaches Ujjain at 12:00 PM. The return train 61623 departs Ujjain at 12:30 PM and reaches Kota at 7:05 PM.
Which stations are covered in this route?
The train will stop at Ramganj Mandi, Bhawani Mandi, Shamgarh, Chomahla, Vikramgarh Alot, and Nagda stations.