Special train between Mumbai Ctrl – Indore
Special train between Mumbai Ctrl – Indore
Special train between Mumbai Ctrl-Indore (Train No. 02961 / 02962) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, Western Railway special train between Mumbai Ctrl – Indore
Train No. 02961 Mumbai Ctrl – Indore special train
Train No. 02961 Mumbai Ctrl – Indore Special train will leave from (Daily) Mumbai Ctrl at 19.10 hrs & will reach Indore at 09.15 hrs and train running time between the station 14h and 5 minutes.
Train No. 02962 Indore-Mumbai Ctrl special train
Similarly, Train No. 02962 Indore-Mumbai Ctrl Special train will leave from (Daily) Indore at 16.15 hrs & will reach Mumbai Ctrl at 06.10 hrs and train running time between the station 13h and 55 minutes.
Mumbai Ctrl – Indore Distance between the station is 830 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 02961 from Mumbai Ctrl – Indore special train from 15-10-2025
Train No: 02962 from Indore – Mumbai Ctrl special train from 15-10-2025
Enroute this train will halt at Borivali, Vapi, Valsad, Navsari, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Godhra, Dahod, Meghnagar, Thandla Road, Bamnia, Ratlam, Khachrod, Nagda, Ujjain and Dewas stations in both directions.
This train comprises of Ist AC, AC 2Tier, AC 3 Tier, Sleeper class and Second class seating coaches.
Here’s the most current confirmed information on AC-special or special-fare train services between Mumbai Central (MMCT) and Indore Junction, including upcoming Tejas specials in mid-2025:
Contents
🚆 1. Tejas Superfast Special (09085 / 09086)
- Train 09085 (MMCT → Indore)
- Runs Mon, Wed & Fri, departs 11:20 PM, arrival next day ~1:00 PM (~13 h 40 min) turn0search2turn0search6turn0search14
- Train 09086 (Indore → MMCT)
- Runs Tue, Thu & Sat, departs 5:00 PM, arrives ~7:10 AM next day
- Operating Period: July 23 – August 29, 2025 outbound; July 24 – August 30 reverse turn0search2turn0search4
- Classes Offered: Fully AC with 1A, 2A, and 3A coaches
- Dynamic or special-fare structure; bookings open July 21, 2025 via IRCTC and PRS counters turn0search12turn0search4
🚄 2. Regular Scheduled Services (Reliable AC Options)
12227 / 12228 – Mumbai Central–Indore Duronto Express
- Frequency: Bi‑weekly (Thu & Sat from MMCT; Sun & Tue reverse)
- Journey Time: ~11 h 15 min over 829 km
- Classes: AC-only (1A, 2A, 3A, 3E); onboard pantry guaranteed turn0search19
12961 / 12962 – Avantika Superfast Express
- Frequency: Daily service
- Duration: ~12 h 15 min, 18 stops between MMCT and INDB
- Classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, Sleeper; pantry/e‑catering available turn0search20turn0search13turn0search7
📋 Comparison Table
| Service Type | Train Nos. | Frequency | Duration | AC Classes | Catering |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tejas Special | 09085 / 09086 | Mon/Wed/Fri (one-way) | ~13 h 40 m | 1A, 2A, 3A | E‑catering only |
| Duronto Express | 12227 / 12228 | Bi‑weekly | ~11 h 15 m | 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E | Pantry + e‑catering |
| Avantika Superfast | 12961 / 12962 | Daily | ~12 h 15 m | 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL | E‑catering only |
✅ Recommendation
- For short, fast, reliable AC travel, the Duronto Express (12227/28) is the top pick.
- If you need daily service with multiple classes including Sleeper, go with Avantika Express (12961/62).
- Only consider Tejas Train 09085/86 if you’re traveling during July–August 2025 and are comfortable with special-fare conditions and limited booking window.
ℹ️ Passenger Advisory
- Tejas Special (09085/86) runs for a short window and carries low operational priority, so delays or cancellations are possible.
- Duronto and Avantika are both stable, scheduled services with better on-board amenities and clearer booking conditions.
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