Special Train between Ratlam – Nagda
Holi and Summer Special Train Ratlam – Nagda (Train No. 09545 / 09546) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train No. 09545 / 09546 Ratlam – Nagda Special (Daily)
Train No. 09545 Ratlam – Nagda Special will depart from Ratlam daily at 10.00 hrs & will reach Nagda at 11.00 hrs the same day w.e.f. 2nd March, 2025 till further advice.
Similarly, Train No. 09546 Nagda – Ratlam Special will depart from Nagda daily at 08.35 hrs & will arrive Ratlam at 09.30 hrs the same day w.e.f. 2nd March, 2025 till further advice.
Enroute this train will halt at Bangrod, Runkhera, Khachrod and Berawanya stations in both directions.
This train comprises of Second Class Seating coaches.
Here’s the verified information on the Ratlam ↔ Nagda Special train service, a daily unreserved passenger connection operated by Western Railway:
Contents
🚆 1. Official Special Service: Train No. 09545 Ratlam → Nagda
- Train 09545 runs daily from Ratlam Junction (RTM) to Nagda Junction (NAD).
- Departs: 10:00 AM from Ratlam
- Arrives: ~11:00 AM at Nagda — covering ~42 km in approximately 1 hour
- Makes about 5 intermediate stops, including Khachrod and nearby halts
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🛤️ 2. Festival Special / MEMU Services
- During events like Simhastha, Western Railway occasionally operates trains numbered starting with 0xxxx, like 00035X, 00092X, etc. These run between Ratlam and Nagda in the evening (e.g. departs ~7:00 PM, arrives ~8:30 PM), covering the short route over ~1.5 hours with ~5 halts.
These are festival-specific, short-duration service spikes.
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📋 Quick Comparison Table
| Train | Direction | Departure from RTM | Arrival at NAD | Travel Time | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09545 | Ratlam → Nagda | 10:00 AM | ~11:00 AM | ~1h | ~42 km | Unreserved 2S |
| 00035X / 00092X (festival only) | Ratlam → Nagda | ~7:00 PM | ~8:30 PM | ~1.5h | ~42 km | Festival Special |
⚠️ 3. What You Should Know
- 09545 is a fully unreserved 2S passenger train, ideal for intra-region travel. No reservations, no pantry, minimal amenities.
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- According to user experiences on Reddit:
“Special trains… lowest priority… often delayed… up to 12+ hours”
Most travelers avoid these unless strictly necessary.
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✅ Travel Tips
- Arrive early (5–10 minutes before departure), especially in the morning slot.
- This is a daily service—confirm schedule updates via NTES or RailMadad.
- For reserved seating or sleeper options, consider other longer-distance services that pass through the route.
- Stay informed about line doubling finishing in the coming years—the Ratlam–Nagda section is getting 3rd/4th tracks to reduce congestion and improve punctuality.
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🧾 In Summary
- 09545 Ratlam–Nagda Special offers a reliable daily unreserved commuter link between the junctions (~42 km, ~1 h, non-reserved).
- Festival specials (00035X, 00092X) are occasional and temporary—not meant for regular usage.
- For more comfort or reservation, use regular intercity express trains on that corridor.
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