Special Train between Indore – Gandhinagar
Holi and Summer Super Fast Special Train between Indore – Gandhinagar (Train No. 09310 / 09309) 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 – Gandhinagar
Train No. 09310 Indore Jn – Gandhinagar Capital Special will depart from Indore Jn at 23.00 hrs every day and will reach Gandhinagar Capital at 09.45 hrs, the next day w.e.f. 1st March, 2025 till further advice.
Similarly, Train No. 09309 Gandhinagar Capital – Indore Jn Special will depart from Gandhinagar Capital at 18.15 hrs every day and will reach Indore Jn at 05.55 hrs, the next day w.e.f. 2nd March, 2025 till further advice.
The train will halt at Dewas, Ujjain, Nagda, Khachrod, Ratlam, Meghnagar, Dahod, Godhra, Chhayapuri, Anand, Nadiad, Mahemadavad Kheda Rd, Ahmedabad, Sabarmati and Chandlodiya stations in both directions.
The train comprises of AC 2-Tier, AC 3-Tier, Sleeper Class and Second Class seating coaches.
Here’s the verified introduction to the Holi / Summer Special “Shanti Special” service running between Indore Junction (INDB) and Gandhinagar Capital (GNC), launched by Western Railway:
Contents
🚆 1. Train Overview: 09310 / 09309 – Shanti Special (Indore–Gandhinagar)
- Known as the Shanti Special, this was introduced as a seasonal Superfast Mail/Express Special, serving the Indore–Gandhinagar corridor beginning in March 2025.
Train 09310 runs from Indore to Gandhinagar, while the return train is 09309.
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🗓️ 2. Schedule & Frequency
- 09310 (Indore → Gandhinagar)
Departs Indore at 23:00 hrs, arriving Gandhinagar at 09:45 hrs the next day – journey around 10 h 45 m.
Runs on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
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Departs Gandhinagar at 18:15 hrs, arriving Indore at 05:55 hrs next day.
Runs on corresponding reverse days with similar timing and halts.
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📍 3. Route & Major Halts
- Total 15 commercial halts, including key stations such as:
Dewas, Ujjain, Nagda, Khachrod, Ratlam, Meghnagar, Dahod, Godhra, Chhayapuri, Anand, Nadiad, Mahemdavad Kheda Road, Ahmedabad, Sabarmati, and Chandlodiya.
([turn0search0]turn0search1turn0search3) - Distance: approximately 558–560 km, average speed ~52 km/h due to multiple halts.
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🪑 4. Coach Composition & Classes
- Reserved Superfast Special train, offering:
- AC 2-tier (2A)
- AC 3-tier (3A)
- Sleeper class (SL)
- Second seating (2S)
- Rake type: COV reserved rake allocated by Western Railway.
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📋 5. Summary Table
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Train Numbers | 09310 (INDB→GNC), 09309 (GNC→INDB) |
| Frequency | Tri‑weekly (Mon/Wed/Fri & reverse days) |
| Departure | 23:00 from Indore; 18:15 from GNC |
| Arrival | ~09:45 Shillong next day; ~05:55 at Indore |
| Journey Time | ~10 h 45 m |
| Distance | ~558–560 km |
| Halts | 15 major stations |
| Classes | 2A, 3A, SL, 2S (all reserved) |
⚠️ 6. Traveler Advisory & Reddit Insights
- This train is categorized as a special fare service, with low prioritization on tracks, which often leads to delay risks, especially during peak traffic.
“Special trains… always delayed by no fixed hours… they have low priority… sometimes delayed by 8–12 hours.”
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✅ 7. Alternatives & Booking Suggestions
- For more reliable service, consider the daily Shanti Express (19309/19310) which runs between Indore and Gandhinagar:
- Departs Indore around 22:00, reaches Gandhinagar by ~09:45 AM.
- Covers the same distance in approximately 11 h 15 m, daily frequency with LHB rake and full reserved classes.
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- Booking windows open via IRCTC and PRS counters; reserved seats only.
📍 Bottom Line
- The Shanti Special (09310/09309) provides an additional tri‑weekly reserved-only connection between Indore and Gandhinagar when regular trains are fully booked.
- While efficient in schedule (~10 h 45 m), limited priority on the track means reliability is a concern.
- For better consistency, consider Shanti Express or Avantika Superfast Express for similar routes.
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