NWR Superfast Train Schedule Changes for 3 Express Trains
North Western Railway announces new timings for Lalgarh-Prayagraj and Ajmer-Sealdah Superfast Express trains starting November 15.
The North Western Railway (NWR) has announced a major revision in the NWR superfast train schedule for three major express services to improve operational efficiency and passenger convenience. These changes are part of a broader initiative to streamline train operations across the network.
According to Amit Sudarshan, the Chief Public Relations Officer of North Western Railway, the new timings will be implemented in mid-November 2026. Passengers are advised to take note of the specific dates and timings for their respective routes.
Detailed Timings for Superfast Express Trains
The schedule revisions apply to the following three trains:
- Lalgarh–Prayagraj Superfast Express (Train No. 12404): This service will begin operating under its revised schedule starting November 15, 2026.
- Ajmer–Sealdah Superfast Express (Train No. 12988): The new timings for this train will take effect from November 16, 2026. Under the updated schedule, the train will depart from Ajmer at 12:40 PM, which is 10 minutes earlier than its previous departure time of 12:50 PM.
- Lalgarh–Prayagraj Superfast Express (Train No. 20404): The revised schedule for this train will also be implemented from November 16, 2026.
Impact on Key Stations and Intermediate Halts
The timing modifications will affect arrival and departure schedules at several important stations. Passengers traveling through the following locations should check their updated timings:
- Ajmer
- Kishangarh
- Jaipur
- Gandhinagar Jaipur
- KhatiPura
- Dausa
While most intermediate station timings have been advanced by approximately 5 to 10 minutes, railway officials have specifically noted that the scheduled halt at Bandikui will remain unchanged.
Travel Advisory: Railway authorities strongly urge all passengers to verify the updated schedules through official railway channels or the IRCTC website before starting their journey to prevent any potential inconvenience.