MahaKumbh 2025: 98 Special Trains Introduced- Check Routes, Timings, Price, and More

Indian Railways introduces 98 special trains for Maha Kumbh 2025 to ensure smooth travel for millions of pilgrims. Check train schedules, fares, routes, and booking details here.
  • Amit Diwan
  • Editorial
  • Updated - 2025-01-10, 13:31 IST
 mahakumbh special railway trains

As millions of people prepare for the MahaKumbh Mela, which will start on January 13, 2025, in Prayagraj, Indian Railways has set up a large transportation network to accommodate the huge number of pilgrims. The railway has introduced 98 special trains to make travel easier for everyone attending this major religious event.

98 Special Trains for MahaKumbh 2025

According to Ahmedabad Division Railway PRO Ajay Solanki, “For the convenience of passengers, Western Railway is running Kumbh special trains and denoting them through flex painting. Hygiene and the working of electric appliances are being taken care of. Up till now, 98 special trains have been started. RPF teams have been deployed at stations to guide passengers and ensure security.”

Additionally, official statements confirm that Indian Railways is preparing to operate more than 10,000 trains, including 3,300 special services, to accommodate pilgrims attending the Sangam Snan ceremonies during the MahaKumbh.

MahaKumbh 2025 Special Train Details and Schedule

The first special train (Train No. 04528) will depart from Una on January 17, 2025, at 10:05 PM and is expected to arrive at Prayagraj’s Phaphamau Junction at 6:00 PM the next day. The return journey will commence from Prayagraj on January 18 at 10:30 PM. Subsequent trains from Una will run on January 20, January 25, February 9, February 15, and February 23.

Each special train will feature 18 coaches, including five sleeper coaches, 10 general coaches, one AC three-tier coach, and two luggage-and-guard coaches.

MahaKumbh 2025 Train Fare and Booking Details

Passengers can expect the following fares for the special trains:

  • Sleeper Class: ₹620
  • AC Three-Tier: ₹1,670

Note: Prices may vary on other websites or apps.

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MahaKumbh 2025 Special Train Route

These special trains will halt at several key stations, including Nangal Dam, Anandpur Sahib, Roop Nagar, Chandigarh, Ambala Cantt, Yamunanagar Jagadhri, Saharanpur, Roorkee, Najibabad, Moradabad, Bareilly, Shahjahanpur, Lucknow, and Rae Bareli, providing easy access for pilgrims across different regions.

MahaKumbh 2025: One-Way Special Train from Bengaluru to Prayagraj

In addition to the special trains from northern India, the South Western Railway (SWR) has announced a one-way Kumbh Mela Express Special (Train No. 06577) between Bengaluru and Prayagraj to accommodate pilgrims from southern India. The train will depart from SMVT Bengaluru on January 8 at 11:50 PM and reach Prayagraj on January 10 at 5:15 PM.

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