Traveling from Mumbai to Ayodhya to Become Easier: Over 20 Special Trains to Run – Check Timings and Stoppages

There is significant news for passengers traveling from Mumbai to Ayodhya. The Railways has decided to operate several 'festival special' trains between Mumbai and Ayodhya. Here are all the details regarding these trains.

During the festive season, people often plan trips or head home. With Diwali and Chhath approaching in November, many will be traveling back to their hometowns, while a large number of people are also planning to visit Ayodhya for Diwali. For those traveling from Mumbai to Ayodhya, the Railways has decided to run more than 20 festival special trains, providing passengers with an additional travel option.

How many trains will the Railways operate?

Central Railway has shared this information on its official social media platform, 'X'. It has decided to operate 24 weekly special train services between Mumbai’s Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) and Ayodhya Cantt. If you are planning a trip from Mumbai to Ayodhya, find out which trains will be running and whether ticket bookings have commenced.

What is the schedule for these trains?

Train number 01045 will depart from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus every Monday and Friday. It will leave at 7:35 AM and arrive at Ayodhya Cantt at 10:15 AM the following day. These services will operate from today, October 19, through November 27, 2026.

Which train is available for the return journey?

For the return journey, train number 01046 will depart from Ayodhya Cantt every Tuesday and Saturday, with a scheduled departure time of 1:50 PM. The train will arrive at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus at 5:15 PM the following day. It will operate from tomorrow, October 20, until November 28, 2026.

At which stations will the train stop?

This train, running between Mumbai and Ayodhya, will have stops at several stations, including Kalyan, Igatpuri, Nashik Road, Manmad, Bhusawal, Khandwa, Itarsi, Jabalpur, Katni, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Junction, Pratapgarh, and Sultanpur. Passengers boarding from these locations can plan their journeys based on the train's schedule and ticket availability.

When will ticket booking begin?

Ticket booking for these special trains has already commenced. You can book your tickets via the IRCTC website or the RailOne app. Before traveling, please check for seat availability and other relevant ticket information.

Where can you find information about the train?

You can check the train's scheduled stops and timings on the NTES app or the official Indian Railways website. This will help passengers access necessary information and plan their travel accordingly.

Will there be general coaches available?

These special trains will feature 8 sleeper coaches and 11 general second-class coaches, among other facilities. This allows passengers to book tickets according to their specific needs and budget.