Utran-Khatipura Weekly Special Train for Festive Rush
Western Railway introduces a weekly special train between Utran and Khatipura to manage festive passenger traffic. Check timings and stops here.
To manage the heavy surge in passenger traffic during the upcoming festive season, Western Railway has introduced a new Utran Khatipura Special Train service. This weekly service aims to provide significant relief to commuters traveling between Gujarat and Rajasthan, specifically covering the busy routes through Ajmer, Kishangarh, and Jaipur.
Train Schedule and Timings
The special service will operate under two distinct train numbers to facilitate travel in both directions. Here are the detailed schedules for the upcoming runs in November 2026:
- Train 09131 (Utran to Khatipura): This train is scheduled to depart from Utran at 14:15 on November 9 and November 16, 2026. It is expected to reach Khatipura at 10:00 the following morning.
- Train 09132 (Khatipura to Utran): This return service will depart from Khatipura at 12:40 on November 10 and November 17, 2026, arriving at Utran at 06:40 the next day.
Key Stoppages and Route Details
The weekly special will pass through several important stations, ensuring connectivity for multiple districts. The major halts for both services include:
- Ankleshwar
- Bharuch
- Vadodara
- Godhra
- Dahod
- Ratlam
- Mandsaur
- Neemuch
- Chittaurgarh
- Bhilwara
- Bijainagar
- Nasirabad
- Ajmer
- Kishangarh (Scheduled arrival at 07:03 AM)
- Jaipur (Khatipura)
Coach Composition and Booking Information
To cater to different types of travelers, the train will feature a variety of coach classes. Passengers can choose from:
- AC 2-Tier
- AC 3-Tier
- Sleeper Class
- General Second-Class
Please note that these services will operate under a special fare structure. Interested passengers can book their tickets through the official IRCTC website or at any Passenger Reservation System (PRS) counter. For real-time updates and any changes in operational timings, commuters are advised to check the Indian Railways enquiry website.
This initiative is part of a massive effort by the North Western Railway to handle festive demand, which includes the operation of 111 special trains and the deployment of additional coaches on regular routes.