Special train between Dadar-Bikaner
Special train between Dadar-Bikaner (Train No 02490 / 02489) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train No 02490 / 02489 Dadar-Bikaner Superfast Special (Bi-Weekly) (24 trips)
Train No 02490 Dadar – Bikaner special will depart Dadar every Wednesday & Sunday at 14.35 hrs, & will reach Bikaner at 13.10 hrs the next day. This train will run from 21st Oct to 29th Nov 2025.
Similarly, Train No 02489 Bikaner – Dadar special will leave Bikaner every Tuesday & Saturday at 13.40 hrs, & will arrive Dadar at 12.00 hrs the next day. This train will run from 20th Oct to 28th Nov 2025.
Enroute this train will halt at Borivali, Vapi, Surat, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Mahesana Jn, Patan, Bhildi Jn, Raniwara, Marwar Bhinmal, Modran, Jalor, Mokalsar, Samdari Jn, Jodhpur Jn and Nagaur stations in both directions.
This train comprises of AC 2Tier, AC 3 Tier, Sleeper class and Second class seating coaches.
Here’s the most up-to-date verified information on special trains (if currently active) between Dadar Western (DDR), Mumbai and Bikaner Junction (BKN):
Contents
🚆 Special-Fare Superfast: Train No. 02490 / 02489 (If Active)
- 02490 runs from Dadar Western to Bikaner on Sundays and Wednesdays, departing around 15:00 IST, and arriving next day at around 12:30 IST (~1,227 km in ~21 h 30 m)
- 02489 operates the return leg Bikaner → Dadar, typically on Tuesdays and Saturdays, departing Bikaner around 13:40 IST and reaching Dadar next day at ~12:00 IST
- Classes offered: 2A, 3A, Sleeper (SL), and Second Seating (2S)
- No pantry car, limited onboard service; coach composition is provisional and may vary close to departure
- Historically introduced as a seasonal special, not yet confirmed for current year; likely limited to peak festivals or demand periods
🛤️ Preferred Regular Scheduled Services
These trains offer better reliability, amenities, and consistency:
12489/12490 – Bikaner–Dadar Superfast Express
- Departs Bikaner on Tuesdays & Saturdays as 12489, reaching Dadar at ~12:00 IST the next day.
- 12490 runs the reverse on Wednesdays & Sundays, departing Dadar at 15:00 IST, arriving in Bikaner at 12:15 IST.
- Covers ~1,245 km in ~22 h 10 m – 22 h 35 m, classes include 2A, 3A, SL, 2S
14707/14708 – Ranakpur Express
- Runs daily between Dadar and Lalgarh (Jodhpur region) via Bikaner, ~1,218 km in ~23 h 20–55 m.
- Full reserved classes: AC‑2, AC‑3, Sleeper, and General; onboard catering available
21903/21904 – Bandra Terminus–Bikaner AC Superfast Express
- Inaugurated in May 2025: weekly route, AC‑only with AC Chair Car and AC 3‑tier Economy, ~1,214 km covered in ~21 h 15 m / 21 h 55 m, offering modern LHB coaches and reserved seating
📊 Summary Table
| Service Type | Train No. | Days | Departure (DDR) | Arrival (BKN) | Duration | Classes | Catering |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special Fare (if active) | 02490 / 02489 | Wed & Sun / Tue & Sat | 15:00 → ~12:30 | ~13:40 → ~12:00 | ~21 h 30 m | 2A, 3A, SL, 2S | None |
| Regular Express | 12489 / 12490 | Tue, Sat & Wed, Sun | 15:00 → 12:15 | 13:50 → 12:00 | ~22h 10–35m | 2A, 3A, SL, 2S | No pantry |
| Daily Express | 14707/14708 | Daily | ~12:35 (DDR) | ~11:30 next day | ~23h 00m | AC‑2, AC‑3, SL, GEN | On-board service |
| AC Superfast | 21903/21904 | Weekly (Mon/Wed) | 23:25 | ~20:40 / 06:45 | ~21 h 15 m | AC‑Chair + AC‑3E economy | On-board & E‑cater |
🧠 Traveler Tips
- Special trains (02490/02489) are seasonal, with low operational priority, often leading to delays of 5–12 hours and minimal service quality (old rakes, no pantry)
- The 12489/90 Superfast Express is reliable, covers similar route twice weekly with reserved seating—widely preferred over sporadic specials.
- New options like 21903/21904 AC Superfast Express offer modern reserved AC travel weekly, ideal for passengers seeking comfort on this corridor.
✅ Final Recommendation
- Unless no other train is available during the period, avoid relying on special trains—they lack reliability and amenities.
- Prefer 12489/12490 Bikaner–Dadar Superfast or the new AC-only 21903/21904 for a comfortable, predictable journey.
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