Major festivals like Diwali and Chhath are approaching in the coming months, leading to a significant surge in the number of train travelers; consequently, the Railways has decided to operate several special trains.

The festive season kicks off around August-September. With several major festivals lined up, there will be heavy crowding on both buses and trains. People generally prefer traveling by train to reach their hometowns during the festivities. Railway stations often become extremely overcrowded during this time, but to ensure passengers do not face difficulties while traveling home, the Railways has decided to run 'Festival Special' trains.

The Railways has shared details regarding these Festival Special trains on its official social media platform, X. East Central Railway will operate these trains across various routes. If you are planning to travel by train, do not forget to check the list of these Festival Special trains.

आगामी त्यौहारों के अवसर पर रेलयात्रियों की सुविधा के लिए रेलवे द्वारा निम्नलिखित त्यौहार विशेष रेलगाडियाँ नीचे दी गई समय-सारणी के अनुसार संचालित करने का निर्णय लिया गया हैः
#FestivalSpecialTrains pic.twitter.com/foskbvfGDv

— East Central Railway (@ECRlyHJP) September 9, 2026

Check the list of special trains

Train No. 04010 Delhi-Sitamarhi: 15 October to 19 November 2026 (Every Thursday)

Train No. 04009 Sitamarhi-Delhi: 17 October to 21 November 2026 (Every Saturday)

Train No. 04008 Anand Vihar Terminal-Jogbani: 10 October to 17 November 2026 (Every Saturday)

Train No. 04007 Jogbani-Anand Vihar Terminal: 11 October to 8 November 2026 (Every Sunday)

Train No. 04028 Anand Vihar Terminal-Muzaffarpur: 13 October to 24 November 2026 (Every Tuesday and Friday)

Train No. 04027 Muzaffarpur-Anand Vihar Terminal: 14 October to 25 November 2026 (Every Wednesday and Saturday)

Train No. 04512 Chandigarh-Patna: 1 October to 26 November 2026 (Every Thursday)

Train No. 04511 Patna-Chandigarh: 2 October to 27 November 2026 (Every Friday)

Train No. 04096 Anand Vihar Terminal-Patliputra: 1 October to 30 November 2026 (Daily)

Train No. 04095 Patliputra-Anand Vihar Terminal: 2 October to 30 November 2026 (Daily)

Train No. 04014 Anand Vihar Terminal-Lokaha Bazar: 16 September to 29 November 2026 (Daily)

Train No. 04013 Lokaha Bazar-Anand Vihar Terminal: 17 September to 30 November 2026 (Daily)

Train No. 04314 Yog Nagari Rishikesh-Muzaffarpur: 4 October to 29 November 2026 (Every Sunday)

Train No. 04313 Muzaffarpur–Yog Nagari Rishikesh: October 5 to November 30, 2026 (every Monday)

Train No. 04616 Firozpur Cantt–Patna: October 6 to November 25, 2026 (every Tuesday)

Train No. 04615 Patna–Firozpur Cantt: October 7 to November 25, 2026 (every Wednesday)

Attention Railway Passengers

If you plan to travel on these trains, please book your tickets in advance. You can contact the railway helpline number for booking-related information. Also, be sure to check the train dates and timings.