Special train between Bikaner-Bandra Terminus
Special train between Bikaner-Bandra Terminus
Special train between Bikaner-Bandra Terminus (Train No. 02473 / 02474) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, North Western Railway has decided to run special train between Bikaner-Bandra Terminus-Bikaner (Train No. 02473 / 02474)
Train No. 02473 Bikaner-Bandra Terminus special train
Train No. 02473 Bikaner-Bandra Terminus Special train will leave from (Every Mon) Bikaner at 15.00 hrs & will reach Bandra Terminus at 12.45 hrs and train running time between the station 21 hour and 45 minutes.
Train No. 02474 Bandra Terminus-Bikaner special train
Similarly, Train No. 02474 Bandra Terminus-Bikaner Special train will leave from (Every Tue) Bandra Terminus at 14.35 hrs & will reach Bikaner at 12.25 hrs and train running time between the station 21 hour and 50 minutes.
Bikaner-Bandra Terminus Distance between the station is 1213 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 02473 from Bikaner-Bandra Terminus special train 26-10-2025 to 30-11-2025
Train No: 02474 from Bandra Terminus-Bikaner special train 27-10-2025 to 01-12-2025
Enroute this train will halt at Borivali, Valsad, Navsari, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Anand, Nadiad, Ahmedabad, Mahesana Jn, Unjha, Palanpur Jn, Abu Rd, Jawai Bandh, Marwar Jn, Pali Marwar, Jodhpur Jn, Merta Rd, Nagaur and Nokha stations in both directions.
This train comprises of AC 2Tier, AC 3 Tier, Sleeper class and Second class seating coaches.
Here’s the most accurate and up-to-date information about train services between Bikaner (BKN) and Mumbai Bandra Terminus (BDTS) — covering special‑fare seasonal services and regular scheduled trains for 2025:
Contents
🚆 1. Festival / Seasonal Special Fare Train: Train 04713 / 04714
- 04713 – Bikaner → Bandra Terminus (via Jalor)
- Operated weekly during summer/festival window from March 6 to June 27, 2025.
- Departs Bikaner at ~17:20, reaches Mumbai BDTS ~13:40 next day.
- Covers roughly 1,220 km in ~20 h 20 m with about 20 halts.
- Coach classes: 2A, 3A, Sleeper, General (Tatkal/general only). No pantry.
- Low scheduling priority; subject to delays. Community reports warn:
“Special trains… have the lowest priority… expect long delays”
- 04714 – Bandra Terminus → Bikaner
- Weekly return leg; operated Fridays during same period (Mar–Jun 2025).
⚠️ As of July 2025, no further runs beyond June are scheduled.
🚄 2. Regular Scheduled Trains
22473 / 22474 – Bikaner ↔ Bandra Terminus Superfast Express
- Runs twice weekly, known as the Bikaner–Bandra Terminus Superfast Express. (
Ranakpur Express) - Covers ~1,214 km in ~21 h 15 m (from Bikaner, Monday & Saturday departures).
Classes: AC‑2, AC‑3, Sleeper, General. Includes pantry, LHB coaches.
20943 / 20944 – Bandra Terminus ↔ Bikaner AC Humsafar Express
- Operates weekly, fully AC 3-tier service.
- Approx. 15 h 15 m journey, high priority with modern amenities (LED display, bio-toilets, onboard catering).
12479 / 12480 – Suryanagri Express (Bikaner → BDTS)
- Runs daily between Bikaner and Bandra Terminus.
- Covers ~936 km in ~16 h 50 m. Offers 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, General, with pantry & e‑catering.
📋 Summary Comparison
| Service Type | Train No. | Frequency | Duration | Classes Available | Catering | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special Fare (Mar–Jun) | 04713 / 04714 | Weekly (Thu/Fri) | ~20 h 20 m | 2A, 3A, SL, Gen (Tatkal/general only) | ❌ No | Seasonal; lower priority, delays |
| Regular Services | ||||||
| Superfast Express | 22473 / 22474 | Bi‑weekly | ~21 h 15 m | 2A, 3A, SL, Gen | ✅ Yes | Reliable, full facilities |
| Humsafar Express | 20943 / 20944 | Weekly | ~15 h 15 m | AC 3‑tier only | ✅ Yes | Premium, modern amenities |
| Suryanagri Express | 12479 / 12480 | Daily | ~16 h 50 m | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, Gen | ✅ Yes | Daily, fastest among regular |
✅ Travel Recommendations
- For speed, comfort, and reserved seating, the Humsafar Express (20943/44) is best.
- For frequent schedules and broader coach selection, choose Suryanagri Express (12479/80) — it runs daily.
- 04713/04714 special fare train is only useful if reactivated during a future festival window—but lacks pantry and faces delays.
Booking opens approximately 60 days in advance. Let me know if you’d like help checking seat availability or monitoring for any new special train activation later in 2025!