Special Train between Indore – Amritsar
Holi and Summer Super Fast Special Train between Indore – Amritsar (Train No. 09325 / 09326) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers and with a view to meet the travel demand, Western Railway has decided to run Indore – Amritsar
Train No. 09325 Indore Jn – Amritsar Special will depart from Indore Jn at 19.45 hrs every Tuesday & Friday and will reach Amritsar at 21.00 hrs, the next day w.e.f. 23rd February, 2025 till further advice.
Similarly, Train No. 09326 Amritsar – Indore Jn Special will depart from Amritsar at 01.50 hrs every Thursday & Sunday and will reach Indore at 00.55 hrs, the next day w.e.f. 25th February, 2025 till further advice.
The train will halt at Dewas, Maksi, Shajapur, Biyavra Rajgarh, Ruthiyai, Guna, Shivpuri, Gwalior, Agra Cantt, Mathura, Faridabad, H. Nizamuddin, Ghaziabad, Meerut City, Muzaffarnagar, Deoband, Saharanpur, Yamunanagar Jagadhri, Ambala Cant, Sirhind, Ludhiana, Jalandhar City and Beas stations in both directions.
Train No.09326 will have additional halt at Raja Ki Mandi station. The train comprises of AC 2-Tier, AC 3-Tier, Sleeper Class and Second Class seating coaches.
Here’s a comprehensive introduction to the Indore ↔ Amritsar Superfast Special (Western Railway’s 09325/09326):
Contents
🚆 1. Overview & Context
Western Railway operates the Indore – Amritsar Special, designated as 09325 (Indore → Amritsar) and 09326 (Amritsar → Indore). Introduced in February 2025 as a Holi/Summer Special, it runs twice weekly to support holiday and pilgrimage demand on the long corridor between Madhya Pradesh and Punjab.
📅 2. Schedule & Frequency
- 09325 (Indore → Amritsar):
Departs Indore at ~19:45 hrs every Tuesday & Friday, reaching Amritsar by ~21:00 hrs the next day (~25 hours) - 09326 (Amritsar → Indore):
Departs Amritsar at ~01:50 hrs every Thursday & Sunday, arriving at Indore by ~00:55 hrs next day (~23 h 5 m)
📍 3. Distance & Major Halts
- Distance: ~1,336–1,344 km
- Average Speed: ~53 km/h
- Major Halts (25 stops): Dewas, Maksi, Shajapur, Biyavra Rajgarh, Ruthiyai, Guna, Shivpuri, Gwalior, Agra Cantt, Mathura, Faridabad, Hazrat Nizamuddin, Ghaziabad, Meerut City, Muzaffarnagar, Deoband, Saharanpur, Yamunanagar-Jagadhri, Ambala Cantt, Sirhind, Ludhiana, Jalandhar City, Beas, and Amritsar
🪑 4. Coach Composition & Classes
- Uses a COV reserved rake on special fare, offering:
- AC 2-tier (2A)
- AC 3-tier (3A)
- Sleeper (SL)
- Second Seating (2S)
- Standard reserved service with no unreserved coaches.
📊 5. Quick Reference Table
| Train No. | Route | Days (INDB→ASR) | Departs INDB | Arrives ASR | Duration | Distance | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09325 | Indore → Amritsar | Tue & Fri | ~19:45 | ~21:00 (+1) | ~25 h 15 m | ~1,336 km | 2A, 3A, SL, 2S |
| 09326 | Amritsar → Indore | Thu & Sun | ~01:50 | ~00:55 (+1) | ~23 h 05 m | ~1,343 km | 2A, 3A, SL, 2S |
⚠️ 6. Passenger Notes & Feedback
- As with special-fare services, the train gets lowest rather than reserved track priority, leading to frequent delays. Reddit users commonly report waiting times from 5 to 12+ hours on such specials.
- Community warnings include:
“Special trains… last stage to book… no fixed hours… often delayed by 8–12 hours.”
✅ 7. Comparison & Alternatives
- The regular Indore–Amritsar Express (19325/19326) operates bi‑weekly, with longer runtime (~29 h 10 m), more stops, and includes pantry service. It’s generally more reliable for travel planning
- Train 09325 serves as an auxiliary option only when reservations in the regular service have sold out—considered a last-resort choice when timeline urgency is not critical.
🧾 8. Final Recommendations
- Best used when you have confirmed reservation and regular trains aren’t available.
- Plan buffer time due to delay risks, especially across congested segments such as Gwalior–Delhi or Ludhiana–Jalandhar.
- Use apps like “Where is My Train” to track running delays before departure.
- Carry essential supplies—e-catering or onboard pantry isn’t guaranteed, and service may be basic.
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