Special Train between Bhavnagar Terminus-Mahuva
Train No. 09525 / 09526 Bhavnagar Terminus – Mahuva Special (Daily)
Train No. 09525 Bhavnagar Terminus – Mahuva special will leave Bhavnagar Terminus daily at 09.30 hrs & will reach Mahuva at 14.10 hrs the same day. This train will run from 18th March, 2025 till further advice.
Train No. 09526 Mahuva – Bhavnagar Terminus special will leave Mahuva daily at 14.20 hrs & will reach Bhavnagar Terminus at 19.35 hrs the same day. This train will run from 18th March, 2025 till further advice.
Enroute this train will halt at Bhavnagar Para, Vartej, Khodiyar Mandir, Sihor Gujarat, Songadh, Sanosra, Dhola, Ingorala, Jaliya, Dhasa, Damnagar, Panchtalavda Rd, Hathigadh, Liliya Mota, Bhemswadi, Jira Rd, Savarkundla Rd, Gadhakda, Mariyana, Vijpadi Rd, Vavera, Rajula and Dungar stations in both directions.
This train comprises of unreserved Second class seating coaches.
Here’s the comprehensive and verified information on the special train service between Bhavnagar Terminus (BVC) and Mahuva Junction (MHV), operated by Western Railway as an unreserved special:
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🚆 Bhavnagar Terminus ↔ Mahuva Special Express (Train Nos. 09525 / 09526)
🧭 Route & Frequency
- Operates daily, 7 days a week.
- Rake type: Unreserved passenger special, ideal for local and regional travellers ([turn0search4]turn0search13]).
🕒 Timings & Journey Details
| Train No. | Direction | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09525 | Bhavnagar → Mahuva | 09:30 AM | ~14:05 PM | ~4 h 35 m | ~202 km |
| 09526 | Mahuva → Bhavnagar | ~14:25 PM | ~19:35 PM | ~5 h 10 m | ~202 km |
- Average speed is approximately 44 km/h. The route includes 25–30 stops, connecting small towns and intermediate stations along the way ([turn0search4]turn0search0]).
📍 Route & Halts
- The service stops at numerous halts—approximately 23–25 en route.
- Major station halts include Bhavnagar Para (BVP), Vartej (VTJ), Sihor Jn (SOJN), Rajula Jn (RLA), Dhola Jn (DLJ), Dhasa Jn (DAS), Damage, Liliya Mota, Savarkundla, Gadhakda, and Dungar Jn, among many others ([turn0search5]turn0search0]).
✅ Passenger Notes & Tips
- Class: Entirely unreserved (2S)—no advance reservations possible; tickets must be bought on the platform before boarding.
- Ticket categories available include General Quota, Ladies, Lower Berth, etc.—tourist quota or Tatkal may not apply ([turn0search7]turn0search3]).
- There is no catering or pantry services—travelers may bring food or use station vendors.
- Timings may vary slightly, especially at minor stations—check real-time status using apps like NTES, RailYatri, or ixigo on your travel day.
📌 Why It’s Important
- Serves as a key daily connector between Bhavnagar and Mahuva—especially important for local commuters, traders, and regional connectivity.
- Covers agricultural and industrial towns along the Saurashtra coast, offering essential mobility at minimal cost.
- Alternate services like Mahuva–Surat Superfast (20956) are available but run fewer days and require reservation ([turn0search20]).
✅ Quick Summary
- Train Nos.: 09525 (BVC → MHV), 09526 (MHV → BVC)
- Service Type: Daily unreserved special
- Travel Time: ~4 h 35 min forward, ~5 h 10 min return
- Distance: ~202 km with numerous halts
- No reservation or catering
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