Santragachi–Khatipura Express: New Weekly Train to Start from November 4, Check Route, Timings and Stoppages
Ranchi, October 30, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Rail connectivity between Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan is set to improve with the regular operation of the new Santragachi–Khatipura Express. Train numbers 18061/18062 will begin regular services from November 4 and 6, 2026, respectively.
The weekly train will run from Santragachi in West Bengal to Khatipura in Rajasthan via Ranchi. It will provide passengers from Jharkhand with an additional rail option for travelling towards Rajasthan and several important cities in Uttar Pradesh.
Santragachi–Khatipura Express: Departure Schedule
Train number 18061 Santragachi–Khatipura Express will operate every Wednesday from November 4, 2026.
- Departure from Santragachi: 2:15 PM
- Arrival at Tatanagar: 5:37 PM
- Departure from Tatanagar: 5:45 PM
- Arrival at Ranchi: 10:50 PM
- Departure from Ranchi: 11:05 PM
- Arrival at Khatipura: 11 PM the following day
After leaving Ranchi, the train will pass through Lohardaga, Tori, Latehar, Barwadih, Daltonganj and Garhwa Road before entering Uttar Pradesh.
It will then travel through Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction, Prayagraj, Kanpur, Tundla and stations in the Agra region before reaching Khatipura.
Khatipura–Santragachi Express: Return Schedule
Train number 18062 Khatipura–Santragachi Express will operate every Friday from November 6, 2026.
- Departure from Khatipura: 9:15 AM
- Arrival at Ranchi: 10:45 AM on Saturday
- Departure from Ranchi: 11 AM
- Arrival at Santragachi: 7:45 PM on Saturday
After departing from Ranchi, the train will pass through Muri, Purulia, Chandil, Tatanagar and Kharagpur before reaching Santragachi.
Jharkhand Stations Covered by the New Train
The new weekly express will provide stoppages at several important stations in Jharkhand, including:
- Tatanagar
- Chandil
- Purulia
- Muri
- Ranchi
- Lohardaga
- Tori
- Latehar
- Barwadih
- Daltonganj
- Garhwa Road
The service will benefit passengers from Ranchi as well as southern and central-western parts of Jharkhand.
New Rail Connectivity to Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh
The introduction of the Santragachi–Khatipura Express will provide an additional travel option for passengers heading towards Khatipura in Rajasthan and cities such as Prayagraj and Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh.
Passengers from Lohardaga, Latehar, Palamu and the Garhwa Road region are also expected to benefit from the new long-distance service.
Khatipura is a railway station in the Jaipur region of Rajasthan. Passengers travelling to Jaipur city or Khatu Shyam will need to arrange onward local transport from the station.
22-Coach Train to Have AC, Sleeper and General Classes
The new weekly express is expected to have a total of 22 coaches. The reported coach composition includes different travel categories:
- AC First Class
- AC Second Class
- AC Third Class
- AC Third Economy
- Sleeper Class
- General Class
The detailed number of coaches in each category should be checked through the official railway timetable.
Ranchi Train Timetable
| Train | Operating Day | Arrival at Ranchi | Departure from Ranchi |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18061 Santragachi–Khatipura | Every Wednesday | 10:50 PM | 11:05 PM |
| 18062 Khatipura–Santragachi | Every Saturday | 10:45 AM | 11:00 AM |
Passengers should verify the latest timetable through official railway channels before booking tickets, as operational changes may be announced.
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