Central Railway Passenger Train Convert Into Express | Central Railway Train Converted to Express
Central Railway 36 Passenger Train Convert Into Express | Central Railway 18 Pairs Train Converted to Express
The Central Railway zone formerly included large parts of Madhya Pradesh and part of Southern Uttar Pradesh
Central Railway had furnished proposal / recommendation to Railway Board for conversion of passenger trains into mail / express trains. Railway Board approves conversion of the following passenger trains into mail / express trains:-
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus CSMT-Pandharpur- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus CSMT (Train No. 51027 /51028) (Tri-weekly) conversion of passenger trains into mail / express trains
- Daund-Sainagar Shirdi-Daund (Train No. 51033 / 51034) Conversion of Daily Passenger Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus CSMT-Bhusaval- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus CSMT (Train No. 51153 / 51154) Conversion of Daily Passenger Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Bhusaval-Itarsi-Bhusaval (Train No. 51157 / 51158) Conversion of Daily Passenger Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Devlali-Bhusaval-Devlali (Train No. 51181 / 51182) Conversion of Daily Passenger Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Bhusaval-Katni-Bhusaval (Train No. 51187 / 51188) Conversion of Daily Passenger Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Itarsi-Prayagraj Cheoki-Itarsi (Train No. 51189 / 51190) Conversion of Daily Passenger Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Bhusaval-Wardha-Bhusaval (Train No. 51197 / 51198) Conversion of Daily Passenger Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Miraj-Wardha-Miraj (Train No. 51405 / 51406) Conversion of Daily Passenger Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Miraj-Hubballi-Miraj (Train No. 51419 / 51420) Conversion of Daily Passenger Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Pune-Nizamabad-Pune (Train No. 51421 / 51422) Conversion of Daily Passenger Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Parli Vaijnath-Miraj-Parli Vaijnath (Train No. 51425 / 51426) Conversion of Daily Passenger Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Nizamabad-Pandharpur-Nizamabad (Train No. 51433 / 51434) Conversion of Daily Passenger Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Solapur-Falaknuma-Solapur (Train No. 57659 / 57660) Conversion of Daily Passenger Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Solapur-Gadag-Solapur (Train No. 71303 / 71304) Conversion of Daily DEMU Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Pune-Solapur-Pune (Train No. 71413 / 71414) Conversion of Daily DEMU Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Pune-Solapur-Pune (Train No. 71415 / 71416) Conversion of Daily DEMU Trains into Mail / Express Trains
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus CSMT-Pune-Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus CSMT (Train No. 71419 / 71420) Conversion of Daily DEMU Trains into Mail / Express Trains
| S. No. | Railway Zone | For More Information |
| 1 | Central Railway 18 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 2 | East Coast Railway 3 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 3 | East Central Railway 5 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 4 | Eastern Railway 6 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 5 | Konkan Railway 3 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 6 | North Central Railway 3 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 7 | North Eastern Railway 3 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 8 | Northeast Frontier Railway 10 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 9 | Northern Railway 10 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 10 | North Western Railway 43 Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 11 | South Central Railway 47 Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 12 | South East Central Railway 2 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 13 | South Eastern Railway 18 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 14 | Southern Railway 19 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 15 | South Western Railway 16 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 16 | West Central Railway 5 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
| 17 | Western Railway 16 Pairs Train Converted to Express | Click Here |
Here’s the latest update on Central Railway’s program to convert passenger trains into Express/Mail services:
🚆 Central Railway – Passenger to Express Conversions
Central Railway (CR) has actively proposed and implemented the conversion of several passenger train services into Mail/Express trains, in line with the Railway Board’s policy to upgrade low-speed, long-distance services over 200 km for enhanced speed and efficiency.
📝 Trains Upgraded by CR
Based on official IRCTC portal information, the following CR trains have been approved by the Railway Board for conversion into Express services:
51027 / 51028 CSMT‑Pandharpur‑CSMT (Tri‑weekly)
- 51033 / 51034 Daund‑Sainagar Shirdi‑Daund (Daily)
- 51153 / 51154 CSMT‑Bhusaval‑CSMT (Daily)
These trains were previously categorized as passenger services and operate under Central Railway jurisdiction. Post-conversion, they now carry Mail/Express fares, and their journey time and stoppages are modified accordingly.
📈 Wider Railway-Wide Trend
- In mid-2020, the Railway Board directed all zones to convert over 500 passenger/MEMU trains covering distances beyond 200 km into Express services. This was part of the “Zero Timetable” overhaul, intended to eliminate low-patronage halts and speed up operations.
- Northern Railway alone converted 50+ passenger trains across Haryana, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh. The upgraded services now use Express fares and reduced stoppages.
⚙️ What Changes with an Express Conversion
- Fares: Charged as per Express category (higher than passenger/MEMU fares).
- Halts: Several minor stops removed to improve end-to-end timing.
- Speed & Schedule: Higher average speed, fewer halts, and revised timetable.
- Booking & Rake Usage: Reserved seating and allotment rules similar to other Express trains.
📊 Summary
| Railway Zone | Trains Converted | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Central Railway | 51027/28, 51033/34, 51153/54 | Converted to Mail/Express |
| Eastern/North East / Northern | Hundreds across zones | Upgraded per Railway Board direction |
✅ Final Takeaway
- Central Railway has officially upgraded at least three of its passenger train services to Express/Mail category.
- This shift aligns with IR policy to eliminate slower passenger services over long distances, bringing them in line with faster and commercially viable Express operations.
If you’re looking to confirm whether a particular train has been upgraded—just share its train number or route, and I’d be happy to help check the latest status and fare structure.