The Indian Railways has temporarily changed the route of Muzaffarpur-Surat Express and Surat-Muzaffarpur Express. This decision was taken because of the concourse construction work happening at Lucknow station. The trains will not stop at Lucknow Junction for a specific period.
Which trains are affected and for how long
The route change affects train number 19054 (Muzaffarpur-Surat Express) and train number 19053 (Surat-Muzaffarpur Express). This change is effective from 15 May to 23 June 2026. The Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) has taken a 40-day mega block for construction work.
New route and additional stops
To help passengers, the railway has provided extra stops at Aishbagh and Badshahnagar stations. The trains will now follow these paths:
| Train Number | Old Route | New Route |
|---|---|---|
| 19054 | Barabanki-Lucknow-Manaknagar | Barabanki-Malhour-Aishbagh-Kanpur Central |
| 19053 | Manaknagar-Lucknow-Barabanki | Kanpur Central-Aishbagh-Barabanki |
Important dates for the diverted trains
- Train 19054: Will run on diverted route on 17, 24, 31 May and 07, 14, 21 June 2026.
- Train 19053: Will run on diverted route on 15, 22, 29 May and 05, 12, 19 June 2026.
- Official Advice: Passengers should check updated status via helpline 139 or Rail Madad app.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why is the Muzaffarpur-Surat Express not stopping at Lucknow?
The train will not stop at Lucknow Junction due to concourse construction work by RLDA from 15 May to 23 June 2026.
Where can passengers board the train instead of Lucknow?
Passengers can use the additional stops provided at Aishbagh and Badshahnagar stations for their convenience.