Special train between Dr. Ambedkar Nagar-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra
Special train between Dr. Ambedkar Nagar-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (Train No 02919/ 02920) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, it has been decided by Western Rly, to run a superfast special train between Dr. Ambedkar Nagar & Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra stations.
According to a press release issued by Shri Sumit Thakur- Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Rly,
Train No 02919/ 02920 Dr. Ambedkar Nagar-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Superfast Special will run thrice a week.
Train No 02919 Dr. Ambedkar Nagar-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra special will depart Dr. Ambedkar Nagar every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 11.50 hrs & will reach Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra at 18.30 hrs the next day. This train will run from 9th Nov, 2025.
Similarly, Train No 02920 Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra-Dr. Ambedkar Nagar special will leave Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra every Wednesday, Friday & Sunday at 06.55 hrs & will reach Dr. Ambedkar Nagar at 13.15 hrs the next day. This train will run from 11th Nov, 2025.
Enroute this train will halt at Indore Jn, Dewas, Ujjain Jn, Maksi, Berchha, Akodia, Shujalpur, Kalapipal, Sehore, Sant Hirdaram Nagar, Bhopal, Vidisha, Ganj Basoda, Bina Jn, Lalitpur, Babina, Jhansi Jn, Datia, Dabra, Gwalior, Morena, Dhaulpur, Agra Cantt, Mathura Jn, Kosi Kalan, Palwal, Ballabgarh, Faridabad, New Delhi, Sonipat, Panipat Jn, Karnal, Kurukshetra Jn, Ambala Cantt, Sirhind Jn, Khanna, Ludhiana Jn, Jalandhar Cant, Dasuya, Mukerian, Pathankot Cantt, Kathua, Jammu Tawi, Ram Nagar, Udhampur and Chakrakwala stations in both directions.
Train No 02919 will have an additional halt at Hazrat Nizamuddin Jn, whereas, Train No 02920 will also halt at Subzi Mandi station.
The train comprises of AC 2Tier, AC 3 Tier, Sleeper class and Second class seating coaches.
The Booking for Train No 02919 will open from 2nd November, 2025 at nominated PRS counters and on IRCTC website. The above train will run as fully reserved train.
Here’s the latest update on Special Festival or Fare Superfast Trains between Dr. Ambedkar Nagar (DADN, Mhow, MP) and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (SVDK, Jammu & Kashmir):
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🚆 Special Train: No. 09321 / 09322
DADN → SVDK (Train 09321)
- Departs Dr. Ambedkar Nagar at 10:30 AM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, typically during festival windows (e.g. June–July 2025)
- Covers approximately 1,639 km and arrives at Katra around 4:00–4:15 PM on the 2nd day (~29½ h journey)
- Stops at about 34 stations en route, including Ujjain, Bhopal, Jhansi, Gwalior, New Delhi, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Jammu, Udhampur
- Classes typically offered: Sleeper (SL) and 3A (AC); no pantry service; charting occurs ~3–4 hours prior
SVDK → DADN (Train 09322)
- Return train departs Katra at ~22:00 hours, arrives Dr. Ambedkar Nagar around 23:50 on the 2nd day (~25 h 50 m travel) on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays
Summary Table
| Direction | Train No. | Days | Departure (Local Time) | Arrival | Approx. Duration | Classes | Stops (~) | Frequency* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DADN → SVDK | 09321 | Mon, Wed, Sat | ~10:30 AM | ~16:00–16:15 (+1 day) | ~29½ h | SL, 3A | ~34 | Seasonal |
| SVDK → DADN | 09322 | Tue, Thu, Sun | ~22:00 PM | ~23:50 (+1 day) | ~25¾ h | SL, 3A | ~34 | Seasonal |
* Operated only during select periods (e.g. late June–mid July 2025). No confirmed runs beyond that duration.
⚠️ Reliability & Operational Notes
- These are festival‑period special trains, not part of the regular train schedule.
- They operate with low network priority, and traveler reports consistently note significant delays—often several hours or more
- Amenities are minimal (no pantry service), and chart preparation occurs just a few hours before departure—carry essentials.
🧭 Alternatives You Can Consider
- Malwa Express (12919 / 12920) is a regular superfast train running between Dr. Ambedkar Nagar and Katra almost daily (except Sundays). It departs DADN at 11:50 AM and arrives Katra next day at ~5:10 PM, covering around 1,639 km in ~29½ h. Offers full sleeper and AC classes and better reliability due to its regular schedule
✅ What You Should Do Next
- Check for future schedules: These special trains (09321/09322) run only during certain festival periods—there’s no confirmed operation beyond mid‑20254.
- Check real‑time running status: On the day of travel, use NTES, IRCTC, RailYatri or send SMS with train number (“09321” or “12919”) to 139.
- Plan buffers: Given the frequent delays on special trains, allow flexibility for onward travel.
- Carry provisions: Food, water, essentials are strongly recommended onboard.
📝 Quick Summary
- Special Festival Train 09321/09322 runs DADN ↔ SVDK during specific times (e.g. Jun–Jul 2024), with ~29–30 h travel each way.
- For regular, reliable travel, the 12919/12920 Malwa Express is a dependable daily superfast alternative.
- Prefer regular trains if reliability matters—specials often face delays and limited amenities.
Would you like me to check if the special train (09321/09322) is scheduled for any upcoming festivals, or fetch the live running status today for either train? Let me know the date or train number!