Special train between Bandra Terminus-Bhuj
Special train between Bandra Terminus -Bhuj (Train No. 09455 / 09456) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, Western Railway has decided to run special train between Bandra Terminus -Bhuj-Bandra Terminus (Train No. 09455 / 09456)
Train No. 09455 Bandra Terminus-Bhuj special train
Train No. 09455 Bandra Terminus-Bhuj Special train will leave from (Daily) Bandra Terminus at 17.45 hrs & will reach Bhuj at 08.50 hrs and train running time between the station 15 hour and 5 minutes
Train No. 09456 Bhuj-Bandra Terminus special train
Similarly, Train No. 09456 Bhuj-Bandra Terminus Special train will leave from (Daily) Bhuj at 20.15 hrs & will reach Bandra Terminus at 11.25 hrs and train running time between the station 15 hour and 10 minutes.
Bandra Terminus -Bhuj Distance between the station is 840 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 09455 from Bandra Terminus -Bhuj special train 09-11-2025
Train No: 09456 from Bhuj-Bandra Terminus special train 08-11-2025
Here’s the latest update on special train services between Bandra Terminus (BDTS) and Bhuj (BHUJ):
Contents
🚂 Special/Festival Trains
- Train Nos. 09003/09004 — Bandra Terminus ↔ Bhuj Special Fare Superfast Special (AC-only)
• Started in late 2020, running on Sun/Wed/Fri for BDTS → Bhuj and Mon/Thu/Sat for Bhuj → BDTS
• Journey Time: ~12 hours 55 minutes (BDTS → Bhuj), ~13 h 20 min return
• Operated via Surat, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Samakhiali, Gandhidham etc.
• As of early 2025, this service has been marked as cancelled on platforms like India Rail Info
ℹ️ Current Status (as of July 2025)
- There is no active special train currently operating between Bandra Terminus and Bhuj. Previous specials like 09003/09004 are listed as discontinued or cancelled
✅ Regular Direct Services (Recommended)
You still have reliable daily/weekly options between BDTS and BHUJ:
Kutch Superfast Express (22955/22956)
- Daily service connecting Bandra Terminus ↔ Bhuj, covering ~840 km in about 15 hours 5–10 minutes ➤ 22955 leaves BDTS at 17:45, arrives BHUJ at ~08:50 (morning next day). High average speed, broad class options including 1A, 2A, 3A, Sleeper, General.
Bandra Terminus – Bhuj Weekly Superfast Express (12959/12960 & 12965/12966)
- Operates 3–4 times a week, with journey time ~14.5 hours and several stops. Train 12959 departs BDTS at ~22:17 and arrives BHUJ ~04:02 next morning ➤ averaging ~55 km/h.
Bandra Terminus – Bhuj AC Superfast Express (22903/22904)
- Runs on select days (Wed, Fri, Sun), with AC‑only classes (1A/2A/3A/3E), completing the trip in ~13 hours (dep 23:45, arr ~12:50 next day). Includes on‑board catering.
⚠️ Why Special Trains Are Risky
From passenger feedback:
- Common delays of 5–10+ hours; some experiencing 10–12 hours or more due to low network priority
- Special fare trains often use older coaches, and lack consistent service or amenities despite the higher cost
“Special trains are meant to be the last resort… 5‑7 hrs delay is very common… up to 10‑12 hrs late at the extreme.”
📊 Summary Table
| Train / Type | Frequency | Dep (BDTS) | Arr (BHUJ) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09455/09456 (Special fare) | Discontinued | ~17:45 / 23:45 | ~08:50 / ~12:40 | ~13–15 h |
| 22955/22956 Kutch Superfast Express | Daily | 17:45 | ~08:50 next day | ~15 h 5 min |
| 12959/12965 Weekly Superfast Express | Several days a week | ~22:17 or 09:55 | ~00:30 / ~05:50 | ~14–17 h |
| 22903 AC Superfast Express | Wed, Fri, Sun | 23:45 | ~12:50 next day | ~13 h |
✅ Recommendation
- Since no special fare train is active, the Kutch Superfast Express (22955/22956)—running daily—is the most reliable and convenient option.
- Depending on class and schedule preferences, you can also choose AC-only 22903, or weekly 12959/12965 services.
- All regular trains offer predictable departure and arrival times, onboard facilities, and better punctuality compared to special trains.
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