Indian Railways Announces Two Special Trains: Ludhiana–Gaya and Saharanpur–Varanasi Services
Lucknow, October 29, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Indian Railways has announced two special trains to manage the expected rise in passenger traffic during the festive season. One service will operate between Ludhiana and Gaya, while the other will connect Saharanpur and Varanasi.
The special services will provide additional travel options for passengers travelling through Punjab, western Uttar Pradesh, the Lucknow region and eastern Uttar Pradesh. Railway authorities have announced the departure dates, routes and scheduled timings for both trains.
Ludhiana–Gaya Special Train to Depart on November 12
Train number 04664 Ludhiana–Gaya Special will depart from Ludhiana at 6:30 AM on November 12.
According to the announced schedule, the train will stop at several stations along the route, including Sahnewal, Sirhind, Rajpura, Ambala Cantt, Yamunanagar Jagadhri, Saharanpur, Moradabad, Bareilly and Shahjahanpur.
The service will continue towards Bihar via the Lucknow region, providing additional connectivity for passengers travelling between northern India and Gaya.
Train to Reach Gaya via Lucknow and Varanasi
As per the supplied schedule, the train is scheduled to reach Alamnagar at 7 PM the following day. It will depart from Utratia at 8 PM and continue through Rae Bareli, Maa Belha Devi Dham Pratapgarh Junction, Varanasi and Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction.
The train will then proceed towards Bihar, stopping at Bhabua Road, Sasaram and Dehri-on-Sone before reaching Gaya at 8 AM on the third day.
Return Journey from Gaya on November 13
Train number 04663 Gaya–Ludhiana Special will depart from Gaya at 11 AM on November 13.
During the return journey, the train is scheduled to reach Utratia at 9:38 PM and Alamnagar at 10:45 PM. It is expected to arrive at Ludhiana at 12:50 PM the following day.
Saharanpur–Varanasi Special Train on October 30
The second service, train number 04552 Saharanpur–Varanasi Special, will depart from Saharanpur at 2 PM on October 30.
The train will travel via Moradabad, Bareilly, Shahjahanpur and Hardoi. It is scheduled to reach Alamnagar at 11:35 PM before continuing towards eastern Uttar Pradesh.
The train will pass through Rae Bareli, Maa Belha Devi Dham Pratapgarh Junction and Janghai before arriving in Varanasi at 7 AM the following day.
Varanasi–Saharanpur Return Service on November 2
Train number 04551 Varanasi–Saharanpur Special will depart from Varanasi at 2 PM on November 2.
The return service will follow the scheduled route and is expected to reach Alamnagar at 9:35 PM. It is scheduled to arrive in Saharanpur at 7 AM the following day.
Passengers should check the official railway timetable before travelling to confirm the latest departure times, stops and service dates.
Additional Travel Options During the Festive Season
The two special trains are intended to accommodate additional passenger demand during the festive period. Their routes cover several important stations across Punjab and Uttar Pradesh, including the Lucknow region and eastern Uttar Pradesh.
Passengers are advised to verify their train details through official railway information channels before starting their journey, as schedules and operating arrangements may be subject to change.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Which two special trains have been announced?
Indian Railways has announced special services between Ludhiana and Gaya, and between Saharanpur and Varanasi.
2. When will the Ludhiana–Gaya Special depart?
Train number 04664 is scheduled to depart from Ludhiana at 6:30 AM on November 12, 2026.
3. When will the Gaya–Ludhiana return train depart?
Train number 04663 is scheduled to depart from Gaya at 11 AM on November 13.
4. When will the Saharanpur–Varanasi Special run?
Train number 04552 is scheduled to depart from Saharanpur at 2 PM on October 30 and reach Varanasi at 7 AM the following day.
5. When will the Varanasi–Saharanpur Special depart?
Train number 04551 is scheduled to leave Varanasi at 2 PM on November 2 and reach Saharanpur at 7 AM the following day.
6. Which major stations will the Ludhiana–Gaya train serve?
The listed stops include Sahnewal, Sirhind, Rajpura, Ambala Cantt, Yamunanagar Jagadhri, Saharanpur, Moradabad, Bareilly, Shahjahanpur, Rae Bareli, Pratapgarh, Varanasi and Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction.
7. Which stations will the Saharanpur–Varanasi train pass through?
The listed route includes Moradabad, Bareilly, Shahjahanpur, Hardoi, Alamnagar, Rae Bareli, Maa Belha Devi Dham Pratapgarh Junction and Janghai.
8. How can passengers confirm the latest train timings?
Passengers should check the official Indian Railways timetable or authorised railway enquiry services for the latest departure times, stoppages and operating dates.
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