Western Railway Special Trains to UP and Bihar
Western Railway announces 8 special one-way trains to UP and Bihar for the festive season. Check schedules for Gorakhpur, Madhubani, and Raxaul.
To manage the massive surge in passenger traffic during the ongoing festive and wedding season, Western Railway has announced the operation of eight one-way special trains. These services are specifically designed to provide travel relief for passengers heading home to Uttar Pradesh and Bihar from various stations, including Bandra, Valsad, Udhana, and Ahmedabad.
Managing Festive Season Demand
According to Vineet Abhishek, the Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Railway, this initiative aims to handle the high passenger demand effectively. The special trains will be composed of Sleeper Class and General Second Class coaches to cater to the heavy rush of commuters.
Key Departure Schedules
The special services are scheduled to depart on November 15 and 16, 2026. Below are the specific details for the announced routes:
- November 15: Bandra Terminus–Gorakhpur Special (Train No. 09113) will depart Bandra Terminus at 4:30 AM.
- November 15: Ahmedabad–Madhubani Special (Train No. 09431) will depart Ahmedabad at 10:10 AM.
- November 16: Pratapnagar–Raxaul Special (Train No. 09133) is scheduled to depart Pratapnagar at 11:50 PM.
Major Routes and Transit Points
These special trains will feature multiple scheduled halts across the states of Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar. Major transit points and junctions include:
- Surat
- Vadodara
- Ratlam
- Kanpur Central
- Various junctions throughout Bihar
Booking Information
Tickets for these special services are available for booking through the following channels:
- Official IRCTC website
- Railway Passenger Reservation System (PRS) counters
Please note that these services will operate at special fare rates. Passengers are advised to confirm their real-time travel status and specific schedules by utilizing official railway channels or the 139 passenger helpline.