Special train between Udhna-Chhapra
Special train between Udhna-Chhapra (Train No. 09019/ 09020) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train No 09019 Udhna-Chhapra Festival Special / 09020 Chhapra – Udhna Superfast Festival Special (Weekly) {12 trips}
Train No 09019 Udhna – Chhapra special will depart Udhna every Sunday at 23.55 hrs & will reach Chhapra at 06.15 hrs on Tuesday. This train will run from 25th Oct to 29th Nov 2025.
Similarly, Train No 09020 Chhapra – Udhna Superfast special will leave Chhapra every Tuesday at 07.50 hrs & will reach Udhna at 12.15 hrs on Wednesday. This train will run from 27th Oct to 1st Dec 2025.
Enroute this train will halt at Nandurbar, Jalgaon Jn, Bhusaval Jn, Khandwa, Harda, Itarsi Jn, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur Jn, Prayagraj Chheoki, Varanasi and Ballia stations in both directions.
This train comprises of AC 2Tier, AC 3 Tier, Sleeper class and Second class seating coaches.
Here’s the most current information on special festival or seasonal train services between Udhna Junction (UDN, near Surat) and Chhapra Junction (CPR), along with highly recommended regular alternatives:
Contents
🚆 Active Special / Festival & Clone Trains
Train 09087 – Udhna → Chhapra Superfast Special Fare
- Runs once weekly (Friday).
- Departs Udhna at ~08:35 AM, arrives Chhapra around 13:20 PM on the second day (~1,685 km in ~29h 45m)
- Operates during festival seasons or surges, not daily. Slightly faster and more direct than regular runs.
Train 09088 – Chhapra → Udhna Superfast Special Fare
- Reverse journey of 09087.
- Departs Chhapra at 00:15 AM (Sunday), arrives Udhna around 07:00 AM on the second day
Train 09065 / 09066 – Surat–Chhapra Clone Humsafar Special
- 09065 leaves Udhna at ~08:33 AM, reaches Chhapra by ~14:30 PM on second day (~1,666 km in ~30h)
- 09066 runs the Chhapra to Udhna return.
- It is a clone Humsafar-style rake with AC 3-tier, Sleeper, and 2S coaches.
Note: These 0xxxx-series “specials” are seasonal, often with lower priority leading to delays or last-minute cancellations. Booking should be verified against running history when available ❤.
✅ Regular Scheduled Trains (Consistent & Reliable)
These services run regularly and offer better reliability, more amenities, and consistent scheduling:
19045 / 19046 – Tapti Ganga Express
- Runs 5 days/week, from Surat via Udhna and hits Chhapra after ~32 h 15 m covering ~1,728 km
- Offers AC 3-tier, Sleeper, and General seating, with pantry service.
Other notable trains (weekly/bi-weekly)
- ADI–BJU Express (19483/84), Tapti Ganga variant 19053, Tapti Ganga via Muzaffarpur (19051) — these run through Udhna or nearby and serve Chhapra. Journey duration ranges from ~28–33 h depending on the service
📊 Summary Overview
| Train No. | Type | Frequency | Dep Udhna | Arr Chhapra | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09087/90 | Special Superfast Seasonals | Weekly (Fri/Sun) | ~08:35 AM | ~13:20 PM | ~29h 45m | 2A, 3A, SL, 2S |
| 09065/66 | Clone Humsafar Special | Weekly | ~08:33 AM | ~14:30 PM | ~30h | 3A, SL, 2S |
| 19045/46 | Tapti Ganga Express (regular) | 5 days/week | ~10:20 AM | ~18h+ next day | ~32h 15m | 3A, SL, GN |
| Others (weekly) | Tapti Ganga variant & ADI | Weekly | Varies | Varies | ~28–33 h | Mixed AC/SL/2S |
🧭 Travel Tips & Recommendations
- Tapti Ganga Express (19045/46) is your most dependable regular option—better punctuality, rake quality, and pantry service.
- Special trains (09087, 09065 clone) are helpful when regular trains are fully booked but carry operational uncertainty.
- Check running status and recent punctuality on IRCTC / NTES / WhereIsMyTrain before booking a special service.
- Restaurants and e-catering options are better supported on regular services like 19045.
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