Prayagraj-Asarva Festive Special Train Starts Oct 21!
Indian Railways is all set to accommodate the massive influx of passengers during the upcoming festive season. To manage the heavy rush for Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath Puja, a new weekly special train service has been announced connecting Prayagraj and Asarva.
Detailed Schedule for the Festive Special Service
The North Central Railway will operate a total of 12 trips across both directions to ensure smooth travel for commuters during the holiday period.
Train Number 04165: Prayagraj to Asarva
- Departure: Every Wednesday at 5:00 AM from Prayagraj.
- Arrival: 5:45 AM the following day at Asarva.
- Service Period: 6 trips starting from October 21, 2026, through November 25, 2026.
Train Number 04166: Asarva to Prayagraj
- Departure: Every Thursday at 8:45 AM from Asarva.
- Arrival: 10:35 AM the following day at Prayagraj.
- Service Period: 6 trips starting from October 22, 2026, through November 26, 2026.
Train Composition and Route Information
The special service will cover a total distance of approximately 1,344 kilometers and will be powered by an electric engine. To cater to different passenger preferences, the 19-coach train includes:
- 4 General Class coaches
- 8 Sleeper Class coaches
- 5 Third AC coaches
The train will make several important stops along its route, providing connectivity to numerous key stations. Major stoppages include Fatehpur, Kanpur Central, Etawah, Firozabad, Tundla, Idgah (Agra), Fatehpur Sikri, Rupbas, Bayana, Hindaun City, Gangapur City, Sawai Madhopur, Keshorai Patan, Bundi, Mandalgarh, Chanderiya, Mavli Junction, Rana Pratap Nagar, Udaipur City, Dungarpur, Lusadiya, Semari, Jawar, and Himmatnagar.
How to Book Your Tickets
For passengers planning to travel on the Asarva-Prayagraj route (Train 04166), reservations are scheduled to open on October 19, 2026. Travelers can book their seats through the official IRCTC website or at any passenger reservation system counters.
This festive initiative has been confirmed by North Central Railway officials, including Chief Public Relations Officer Amit Sudarshan and PRO Sanjay Kumar Gautam, to ensure that travelers can reach their destinations comfortably during the peak festival season.