Railway Time Table | Indian Railway Time Table PDF Download
When will the new railway time table be released?
We except, the train time table book (schedule) will be released once the train service returns to normal.
Rail traffic has been severely affected by the Corona outbreak. Prior to the curfew, the railways operated few trains to prevent the spread of the virus.
Now curfew, with relaxations, is currently in effect, with the railways operating more than 900 mail and express trains. That is, only 50 percent of trains operate. As the corona epidemic recedes, we expect train traffic to return to full normalcy. A new time table is being prepared to inform the time of trains. When train traffic returns to normal, the book is released.
On many express trains, stops are reduced by asking the passenger’s opinion. Thus, after the release of the new schedule book, the travel time of express trains is likely to be reduced from 30 minutes to six hours.
Resumption of Trains
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
LOK SABHA
UNSTARRED QUESTION NO: 388
ANSWERED ON: 03.02.2025
Resumption of Trains
Hanuman Beniwal
Will the Minister of RAILWAYS be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government proposes to resume the operation of train No.12467 / 12468 Leelan Express on its old route i.e. from Jaisalmer to Jaipur via Bikaner-Nagaur-Kuchaman as operated earlier;
(b) if so, by when is the service likely to be resumed and if not, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Government and Railway Board are considering to resume the Leelan Express, named after the famous mare of folk deity Tejaji Maharaj, who is said to be incarnated in Nagaur district, expediously on its old route, in respect of petitions received from the Members of Parliament, Members of State Legislature and common people in this regard; and
(d) if so, by when is a decision likely to be taken in this regard, if not, the time by which the train is likely to be operated on this route?
ANSWER: MINISTER OF RAILWAYS, COMMERCE & INDUSTRY AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS, FOOD & PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION (SHRI PIYUSH GOYAL)
(a) to (d) To prevent the spread of COVID-19 pandemic, Indian Railways discontinued all regular passenger carrying trains w.e.f. 23rd March, 2020 and presently only special trains, keeping in view the concerns and suggestions of State Governments are being operated. Indian Railways is keeping a close watch on the prevailing situation and is in all readiness to resume regular train operations. It has been decided to continue to operate 12467 / 68 (Jaisalmer-Jaipur Leelan Express) via Kuchaman City-Merta Road-Nagaur-Bikaner.
Looking for the Indian Railways timetable in PDF format? Here’s everything you need to know to access and download the official documents:
Official “Trains at a Glance” (TAG) Timetable – PDF & Print
- Indian Railways publishes a comprehensive timetable called “Trains at a Glance” (TAG), which covers over 1,400 important trains, and includes fare charts, amenities info, station codes, booking rules, and tourism highlights.
- The latest edition, to be effective in January 2025, is the 45th edition. IRCTC distributes both printed copies and a digital e-Book version.
- e-Book Price: ₹30 per copy
- It can be accessed/viewed via IRCTC’s website under the “Trains at Glance (e-Book)” section.
How to Download or Purchase
Via IRCTC Tourism Website:
- Visit the IRCTC Tourism site (gateway for TAG distribution).
- Look for the Trains at Glance section.
- You can either purchase the printed copy (often ship-able for a fee) or the e-Book online.
Official Indian Railways Portal (Timetable PDF):
- Indian Railways’ official site hosts “Trains at a Glance (October 2025 – June 2025)” PDF. You can view and download from their portal’s dedicated section
- They also provide a “How to Use the Timetable” guide as a PDF, explaining the table formats and route listings.
Other Useful Timetable PDFs
- South Central Railway has its regional timetable available in PDF format, showing station arrival times and format standards.
- Eastern Railway released a PDF containing the January 2025 timetable’s salient features, outlining new train introductions, timing changes, and route updates.
Open Data & Historical Timetables
- The Open Government Data (OGD) portal had a dataset for the Indian Railways timetable—including train routes, schedules, and station codes—but it seems outdated (as of 2025)
- For historical and vintage rail enthusiasts, the IRFCA (Indian Railways Fan Club Association) archives host timetables dating back to the early 1900s. These are downloadable PDF files—though large, they’re a treasure trove.
Overview Table
| Source / Type | Format | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trains at a Glance (TAG) | PDF / e-Book | IRCTC Tourism & Indian Railways | Comprehensive national timetable; ₹30 for e-Book |
| Station-specific timetables | Regional railway websites | e.g., South Central Railway timetable. | |
| Jan 2025 Salient Features | Eastern Railway | Highlights train changes for Jan 2025. | |
| Historical timetables | PDF archive | IRFCA Archive | Access old editions (1900–2025). |
Recommendations
- For the most up-to-date national timetable, get the TAG 45th edition e-Book via IRCTC Tourism for quick access (especially handy if you’re in Naugachhia and want a digital copy).
- Need regional schedules or local timings? Visit your specific zonal railway site—like South Central or Eastern Railway—for downloadable PDFs.
- Curious about railway history? Explore IRFCA’s historical timetable archive for past editions.
Feel free to let me know if you’d like a direct link to download any of these PDFs, or assistance navigating the IRCTC portal—I’m happy to help!