Special train between Kota-Shri Ganganagar

Special train between Kota-Shri Ganganagar

Special train between Kota-Shri Ganganagar (Train No. 02981 / 02982) time table, route, frequency and fare

For the convenience of passengers, West Central Railway has decided to run special train between Kota-Shri Ganganagar-Kota (Train No. 02981 / 02982)

Train No. 02981 Kota-Shri Ganganagar special train

Train No. 02981 Kota-Shri Ganganagar Special train will leave from (Every Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat) Kota at 17.20 hrs & will reach Shri Ganganagar at 09.55 hrs and train running time between the station 16 hour and 35 minutes.

Train No. 02982 Shri Ganganagar-Kota special train

Similarly, Train No. 02982 Shri Ganganagar-Kota Special train will leave from (Every Sun, Mon, Thurs, Fri) Shri Ganganagar at 17.40 hrs & will reach Kota at 09.55 hrs and train running time between the station 16 hour and 15 minutes.

Kota-Shri Ganganagar Distance between the station is 917 Kilometer

Date of Commencement of Service:

Train No. 02981 from Kota-Shri Ganganagar special train will commence from 12-10-2025

Train No: 02982 from Shri Ganganagar-Kota special train will commence from 15-10-2025

Here’s the latest verified information about the Kota → Shri Ganganagar Special Train (Nos. 02981 / 02982):

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🚂 Overview: Kota – Shri Ganganagar Special (Train No. 02981 / 02982)

This is a special superfast service introduced by West Central Railway, running similarly to the regular 22981/22982 Superfast Express:

• Train Nos.: 02981 (Kota → SGNR), and 02982 (SGNR → Kota)turn0search1turn0search0
• Route: Covers ~917 km between Kota Junction (KOTA) and Shri Ganganagar Junction (SGNR)turn0search1turn0search12
• Journey Time: Approximately 16 h 30 min (outbound) and ~16 h 15 min on returnturn0search1turn0search12

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📅 Frequency

• Train 02981 runs four days a week: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday from Kotaturn0search1turn0search2
• Train 02982 (reverse direction) runs on Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday from Shri Ganganagarturn0search1turn0search0

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🕒 Timetable & Route Highlights (Train 02981)

Departure from Kota (KOTA): ~17:20–17:40, Day 1
Arrival at Shri Ganganagar (SGNR): ~09:50–10:10, Day 2
Total Stops: Approximately 25 intermediate haltsturn0search0turn0search5turn0search4

Major stations along the route include: Lakheri → Indargarh → Sawai Madhopur → Jaipur → Phulera → Sambhar Lake → Bikaner → Hanumangarh, among others (total ~25 stops)turn0search5turn0search0

Detailed stop times:

• Kota → Sawai Madhopur: ~17:20–19:05
• Jaipur center halt: ~21:30–21:40
• Bikaner arrival: ~04:10–04:20
• Final arrival at SGNR: ~09:50–10:10turn0search5turn0search6

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💺 Coach Composition & AC Classes

• Offers AC 2‑tier (2A), AC 3‑tier (3A), Sleeper class (SL), and **Second Seating (2S)**turn0search0turn0search3turn0search2
• No confirmed First AC (1A) on the special; that’s typically reserved for the regular 22981/22982 Superfast Expressturn0search12turn0search6

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💰 Fare Estimate

As a special superfast train, fares generally include the superfast surcharge. Approximate one-way fares (subject to seasonal adjustments):

• 2A: ₹2,600 – ₹3,000
• 3A: ₹1,700 – ₹2,100
• Sleeper (SL): ₹700 – ₹900
• Second Seating (2S): ₹400 – ₹500

Exact fare should be verified via IRCTC or official railway fare calculator.

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⚠️ Important Notes & Traveler Tips

• Being a special train, it may have lower priority and unpredictable punctuality. Passengers have reported multiple-hours delays on similar servicesturn0reddit17turn0reddit20
• Coach composition and timings may change, so always confirm close to travel date via official channels.
• The regular Kota–Shri Ganganagar Superfast Express (Nos. 22981/22982) runs on the same route and days, with similar timings and classes—including First AC (1A)turn0search12turn0search6
• On many days, 02981/02982 effectively serves as the operational version of 22981/22982 during high-demand periods or when special quotas are issuedturn0search1

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📋 Quick Summary

Train No.	Direction	Runs On	Dep. Time (Source)	Arr. Time (Dest.)	Duration	Classes
02981	Kota → Shri Ganganagar	Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat	~17:20–17:40	~09:50–10:10	~16 h 30 m	2A, 3A, SL, 2S
02982	Shri Ganganagar → Kota	Sun, Mon, Thu, Fri	~17:40	~09:55	~16 h 15 m	2A, 3A, SL, 2S

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✅ Recommendations

• For a more predictable schedule and full AC comfort, consider the regular 22981/22982 Superfast Express, which should run if demand persists with similar timing.
• If you choose to travel on 02981/02982, monitor real-time status and coach configuration—these specials can get rescheduled or canceled without much notice.

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