Pune Muzaffarpur Special Trains: 24 Festive Trips Announced
Central Railway is gearing up to handle the massive passenger surge during the upcoming Diwali and Chhath Puja festivities by announcing 24 weekly festive special train trips between Hadapsar (Pune) and Muzaffarpur. These Pune Muzaffarpur special trains are designed to provide relief to commuters traveling across the country during this peak period.
Details of the Festive Special Services
The special operations are divided into two primary pairs of trains, providing a variety of options for travelers. These services will run from October 19, 2026, through the end of November 2026.
1. Hadapsar–Muzaffarpur Special (01481/01482)
This service consists of an 18-coach rake, featuring 8 sleeper class coaches, 7 unreserved general second class coaches, 1 pantry car, and 2 luggage/brake vans.
- Train 01481: Departs Hadapsar every Tuesday at 7:55 PM (from October 20 to November 24, 2026) and arrives in Muzaffarpur on Thursdays at 12:00 PM.
- Train 01482: Departs Muzaffarpur every Thursday at 1:15 PM (from October 22 to November 26, 2026) and reaches Hadapsar at 2:45 AM on Saturdays.
2. Hadapsar–Muzaffarpur Amrit Bharat Special (01453/01454)
For a more modern travel experience, the Amrit Bharat Special will utilize 22 LHB coaches, including 11 unreserved general second class, 8 sleeper class, 1 pantry car, and 2 luggage/brake vans.
- Train 01453: Departs Hadapsar every Monday at 7:55 PM (from October 19 to November 23, 2026) and arrives in Muzaffarpur on Wednesdays at 12:00 PM.
- Train 01454: Departs Muzaffarpur every Wednesday at 1:15 PM (from October 21 to November 25, 2026) and reaches Hadapsar at 2:45 AM on Fridays.
Extended Services for Earlier Travel
In addition to the new specials, Central Railway has extended the operation of Train 05589/05590 between Muzaffarpur and Hadapsar to provide even more connectivity for passengers.
- Train 05589: Operates every Tuesday from September 22 to November 24, 2026 (10 trips).
- Train 05590: Operates every Thursday from September 24 to November 26, 2026 (10 trips).
Major Stops and Route Information
Both special services will pass through several key stations, ensuring connectivity for numerous regions. The route includes:
- Daund Chord Line, Ahilyanagar, Kopargaon, Ankai (passing halt), Manmad, Jalgaon, and Bhusawal.
- Khandwa (passing halt), Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Madan Mahal, Katni, Maihar, and Satna.
- Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, New West Cabin (passing halt), and Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Junction.
- Buxar, Ara, Danapur, Patliputra, Sonpur, and Hajipur.
Note: The Amrit Bharat service (01453) is specifically scheduled to reach Buxar at 6:53 AM and Ara Junction at 7:57 AM, facilitating travel for passengers in the Bhojpur region before reaching Patliputra at 9:30 AM.
How to Book Your Tickets
Passengers can book their tickets in advance through the following platforms:
- IRCTC Official Website/App
- RailOne
- UTS App