The festival season in India has kicked off with Sharadiya Navratri. However, festivals like Diwali, Chhath Puja, and Karva Chauth bring even more excitement. During this time, many people who live away from home begin planning to return and celebrate with their families. However, this homecoming during the festive season proves to be a personal hell for many travelers due to the shortage of tickets.
In order to make traveling easier during these special festivals, Indian Railways always runs special trains on various routes across the country. This addition in the number of trains ensures that passengers are able to reach their destination in the festive season.
28 Special Trains to Run this Diwali
To handle the increased passenger traffic during Diwali and Chhath festivals, Central Railway is set to run 28 special train journeys. These special trains are being introduced to help manage the large number of travelers heading to northern India during this busy festive season.
Diwali Special Trains: Route And Schedule
| Train Name | Train Number | Departure Time | Arrival Time (Destination) | Departure Date(s) | Destination |
| LTT Mumbai-Banaras Weekly Special (4 trips) | 01053 | 12:15 hrs | 16:05 hrs (Next Day) | Wednesday (30.10.2024 & 06.11.2024) | Banaras |
| LTT Mumbai-Banaras Weekly Special (4 trips) | 01054 | 20:30 hrs | 23:55 hrs (Next Day) | Thursday (31.10.2024 & 07.11.2024) | LTT Mumbai |
| LTT-Danapur Bi-Weekly Special (8 trips) | 01009 | 12:15 hrs | 17:00 hrs (Next Day) | Monday & Saturday (26.10.2024, 28.10.2024, 02.11.2024, and 04.11.2024) | Danapur |
| LTT-Danapur Bi-Weekly Special (8 trips) | 01010 | 18:15 hrs | 23:55 hrs (Next Day) | Tuesday and Sunday (27.10.2024, 29.10.2024, 03.11.2024, and 05.11.2024) | LTT Mumbai |
| LTT-Samastipur Weekly Special (4 trips) | 01043 | 12:15 hrs | 21:15 hrs (Next Day) | Thursday (31.10.2024 and 07.11.2024) | Samastipur |
| LTT-Samastipur Weekly Special (4 trips) | 01044 | 23:20 hrs | 07:40 hrs (3rd Day) | Friday (01.11.2024 & 08.11.2024) | LTT Mumbai |
| LTT-Prayagraj Weekly Special (4 trips) | 01045 | 12:15 hrs | 11:20 hrs (Next Day) | Tuesday (29.10.2024 & 05.11.2024) | Prayagraj |
| LTT-Prayagraj Weekly Special (4 trips) | 01046 | 18:50 hrs | 16:05 hrs (Next Day) | Wednesday (30.10.2024 & 06.11.2024) | LTT Mumbai |
| LTT-Gorakhpur Bi-weekly Special (8 trips) | 01123 | 12:15 hrs | 18:55 hrs (Next Day) | Friday and Sunday (25.10.2024, 27.10.2024, 01.11.2024, and 03.11.2024) | Gorakhpur |
| LTT-Gorakhpur Bi-weekly Special (8 trips) | 01124 | 21:15 hrs | 07:25 hrs (Third Day) | Saturday and Monday (26.10.2024, 28.10.2024, 02.11.2024, and 04.11.2024) | LTT Mumbai |
Where to Book Tickets for Special Trains
You can book tickets for the special trains either online using the IRCTC app or by visiting the ticket counter. You can also check the routes of the special trains through the app. To book tickets online, simply visit the official IRCTC website or use the app.
Tatkal ticket booking has limited time and seats, so if you're using the Tatkal service, be sure to book your tickets on time.
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