Indian Railways has announced the operation of a summer special train between Meerut City and Santragachi Junction to manage the heavy passenger traffic during the vacation season. Train numbers 04086 and 04085 will run for a specific trip in April 2026 to provide convenience to travelers. North Central Railway PRO Ragini Singh confirmed the schedule and route details for this special service which aims to assist people traveling across Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.
Schedule and Timings for Special Trips
Train number 04086 is scheduled to depart from Meerut City at 23:00 on April 14, 2026, and will reach Santragachi Junction at 06:35 on April 16, 2026. For the return trip, train number 04085 will start from Santragachi at 14:00 on April 16, 2026, reaching Meerut City at 17:30 on April 17, 2026. These timings are designed to help passengers planning their travel during the peak summer rush across the North Central Railway zone.
Route Stoppages and Coach Composition
The train will feature Sleeper class, AC Three-tier, and AC Two-tier coaches to cater to different passenger needs using ICF type rakes. It follows a route that benefits passengers from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. Major stoppages for this train include the following stations:
| Station Name | Station Code |
|---|---|
| Meerut City | MTC |
| Hapur Junction | HPU |
| Khurja Junction | KRJ |
| Aligarh Junction | AWB |
| Govindpuri | GVP |
| Subedarganj | SFG |
| Santragachi Junction | SRC |
Additional halts include Pt DD Upadhyaya Junction, Gaya, Koderma, Adra, and Kharagpur. This service is expected to significantly reduce the waiting list for regular trains on this busy route during the summer holidays.