AC Special train between Jammu Tawi-New Delhi (Train No.02425/Train No.02426) Timings, Stoppages and Frequency
Train No.02426 Jammu Tawi-New Delhi Daily Special train
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| Station Name | Arrival Time | Departure Time | Day |
| JAMMU TAWI | Source | 20:10 | 1 |
| LUDHIANA JN | 00:05 | 00:15 | 2 |
| NEW DELHI | 05:00 | — | 2 |
Train No.02425 New Delhi-Jammu Tawi Daily Special train
| Station Name | Arrival Time | Departure Time | Day |
| NEW DELHI | Source | 21:10 | 1 |
| LUDHIANA JN | 01:06 | 01:16 | 2 |
| JAMMU TAWI | 05:45 | — | 2 |
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Here are the updated details (as of mid‑2025) for the AC‑Special Rajdhani service between Jammu Tawi (JAT) and New Delhi (NDLS) — Train Nos. 02425 / 02426:
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🚆 Train 02425 — Jammu Tawi → New Delhi
- Frequency: Operates daily, every day of the week (IRCTC COVID‑Special Rajdhani).
- Departure: Indigenous data for Train 02425 is not explicit in public sources, but it likely mirrors the standard 12426 schedule — departing JAT around 21:25 and reaching NDLS around 05:55 (~8h 30m journey)
- Distance: ~576 – 577 km; Average speed: ~68–69 km/h over the route via Kathua, Pathankot Cantt, Ludhiana.
🛑 Scheduled Halts:
| Station | Halt Duration |
|---|---|
| Kathua (KTHU) | ~2 min |
| Pathankot Cantt (PTKC) | ~2 min |
| Ludhiana Junction (LDH) | ~10 min |
One of the three halts on the route; LDH is longest (~10 min)
🔄 Train 02426 — New Delhi → Jammu Tawi
- Frequency: Also daily, all seven days per week.
- Departure: New Delhi around 20:40 (Dec 2024 timetable), arriving Jammu Tawi at 05:00 next morning (8h 20m journey)
- Stoppages identical in reverse order: Ludhiana (~10 min), Pathankot Cantt (~2 min), Kathua (~2 min).
📋 Summary Table
| Train No. | Direction | Frequency | Departs (From) | Arrives (At) | Duration | Halts | Key Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02426 | NDLS → JAT | Daily | 20:40 (NDLS) | 05:00 (JAT) | ~8h 20m | LDH (10 min), PTKC, KTHU | Via Kathua – Pathankot |
| 02425 | JAT → NDLS | Daily | ≈21:25 (JAT) | ≈05:55 (NDLS) | ~8h 30m | KTHU, PTKC, LDH | Reverse route |
ℹ️ Additional Notes & Tips
- These are IRCTC-designated AC‑Special Rajdhanis with only AC classes (1A, 2A, 3A) and LHB‑Tejas style rakes, offering pantry and e‑catering services.
- The halts are fewer and shorter compared to regular Rajdhani, serving as priority express specials.
- Ticket booking typically opens 60 days in advance via IRCTC or authorized platforms.
- Schedules may update due to operational changes—please verify departure/arrival times close to your date of travel via IRCTC, NTES, RailYatri, or RailMitra.
- For live running status, coach positioning, and platform updates on your travel day, use trusted railway apps.
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