Northern Railway: 45 Trains Change Schedule & Terminals
Northern Railway announces major schedule and terminal revisions for 45 trains, including Humsafar Express and Purva Express, effective late 2026.
Passengers traveling through the Northern Railway zone should take note of upcoming Northern Railway train schedule changes. The zone has announced significant modifications to the timetables, routes, and terminal destinations for approximately 45 trains, effective between October 28, 2026, and January 2027. These operational adjustments are designed to streamline services and enhance passenger convenience across the network.
Humsafar Express Moves to Anand Vihar Terminal
One of the most notable changes involves the Prayagraj-New Delhi Humsafar Express (train numbers 12275/12276). This service will shift its terminal destination from New Delhi to Anand Vihar Terminal.
- Train 12275: Starting January 1, 2027, the service will arrive at Anand Vihar at 6:25 a.m.
- Train 12276: Starting January 2, 2027, the return service will depart from Anand Vihar at 11:15 p.m., reaching Prayagraj at 7:45 a.m. the following day.
This Humsafar Express service will operate seven days a week.
Revised Timings for Key Express Trains
Several other major services will see updated arrival and departure timings. Starting October 28, the Prayagraj Express (12417/12418) is scheduled to arrive at New Delhi at 7:15 a.m.
The Rewa Express (12427/12428) will also see changes effective from October 28. It is now scheduled to reach Prayagraj Junction at 6:05 a.m. and arrive at Anand Vihar Terminal at 6:55 a.m.
Additionally, timing modifications have been implemented for the following services:
- Magadh Express (20802)
- Vaishali Express (15565/15566)
- Madhupur-Anand Vihar Baba Baidyanath Dham Humsafar Superfast (22459/22465)
Route Extensions and Number Changes
The Purva Express (12381/12382 and 12303/12304) has been extended to Shakurbasti, which includes updated timings for the service. Furthermore, passengers should be aware that the train number for the Kaifiyat Express (14025/14026) will undergo a change starting January 1, 2027.
To ensure a smooth journey, Indian Railways urges all passengers to verify their updated train schedules before travel. You can check these details using the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) app, the official railway website, or by dialing the official helpline number 139.