Special Trains between Bandra Terminus-Shri Ganganagar
Holi Special Train between Mumbai-Shri Ganganagar (Train No. 09707 / 09708) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, Western Railway has decided to run special train between Mumbai-Shri Ganganagar-Mumbai (Train No. 09707 / 09708)
Train No. 09707 / 09708 Bandra Terminus-Shri Ganganagar (Daily) (118 trips)
Train No. 09707 Bandra Terminus -Shri Ganganagar special will depart Bandra Terminus at 20.55 hrs & will reach Shri Ganganagar at 07.30 hrs on the third day. This train will run from 3rd February to 2nd April, 2025.
Similarly, Train No. 09708 Shri Ganganagar-Bandra Terminus special will leave Shri Ganganagar at 21.40 hrs & will arrive Bandra Terminus at 06.35 hrs on the third day. This train will run from 1st February to 31st March, 2025.
Enroute the train will halt at Andheri, Borivali, Dahanu Rd, Vapi, Navsari, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Anand, Ahmedabad, Sabarmati Bg, Kalol, Mahesana Jn, Unjha, Siddhapur, Chhapi, Palanpur, Abu Rd, Swarupganj, Pindwara, Nana, Jawai Bandh, Faina, Rani, Somesar, Marwar Jn, Sojat Rd, Beawar, Ajmer, Kishangarh, Naraina, Phulera Jn, Asalpur Jobner, Jaipur, Govindgarh Malikpur, Ringas Jn, Sikar Jn, Lachhmangarh Sikar, Fatehpur Shekhawati, Churu, Sadulpur Jn, Tahsil Bhadra, Nohar, Ellenabad, Hanumangarh Town, Hanumangarh Jn and Sadulshahar stations in both directions.
This train comprises of AC 2 Tier, AC 3 Tier, Sleeper class and Second class seating coaches.
Here’s the most up-to-date and verified information on special and regular train services between Bandra Terminus (Mumbai) and Shri Ganganagar (Rajasthan) as of mid‑2025:
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🚆 1. Regular Express Service
14701 / 14702 – Amrapur Aravali Express (Bandra Terminus ↔ Shri Ganganagar)
- Train 14702 (Bandra → SGNR): Departs daily at 21:00, arriving at 04:15 on the third day. Covers ~1,606 km in ~31 h 15 m
- The service runs every day and includes classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, Sleeper, and General. Pantry and e‑catering facilities are available
This is the primary daily connection between Mumbai and SGNR, offering stable scheduling and higher operational reliability.
🎟️ 2. Special Festival Service
09707 / 09708 – Amrapur Aravali Festival Special
- Ran during Puja/Holi season 2025–21, operating daily between 22 October to 2 December 2025 (09707 Bandra→SGNR) and 20 October to 30 November 2025 (09708 SGNR→Bandra)
- Departure from Bandra ~20:55, arrival SGNR ~07:30 third day; return departs SGNR ~21:40 arrives ~06:35 at Bandra. Coached with 2A, 3A, Sleeper, and 2S seating
This seasonal special was not continued annually, and currently not scheduled in 2025.
📄 Service Overview
| Train No. | Type | Frequency | Departure (BDTS→SGNR) | Duration | Distance | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14702 / 14701 | Regular Amrapur Aravali Express | Daily | 21:00 → 04:15 | ~31 h 15 m | ~1,606 km | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GN |
| 09707 / 09708 | Former Festival Special | Seasonal (2020–21 only) | ~20:55 → ~07:30 | ~31 h 40 m | ~1,512 km | 2A, 3A, SL, 2S seating |
🔎 Additional Services on Route via SGNR
- 22498 – Tiruchchirappalli – Shri Ganganagar Humsafar Express
Operates Saturday, departing Vasai Road ~12:10 and arriving SGNR ~12:10 next day in ~24 h over ~1,473 km with AC‑3 tier only services. Fastest link between Mumbai and SGNR - 16312 – Thiruvananthapuram North – Shri Ganganagar Weekly Express
Runs Sunday via Panvel at ~21:20 to SGNR ~02:05 next day in ~28 h 45 m over ~1,558 km
🧭 Key Travel Insights
- 🟢 The best option for reliable travel is Train 14702/14701 (Amrapur Aravali Express)—daily frequency, consistent schedule, and full coaching services.
- 🔔 Special trains (09707/09708) are historical and not active in 2025.
- 🚄 For fastest travel, consider Humsafar Express (22498) on Saturdays—covers the route in just 24 h
- 🚨 Reddit user feedback: Special trains generally run late and have lowest priority. >“Special train (Very slow train…). …99% of the time … delayed … 8 hours delay or more”
✅ Quick Recommendations
- For daily travel, book Amrapur Aravali Express (14702/14701).
- If traveling on Saturday, check availability on Humsafar Express (22498) for a faster journey.
- Festival specials are not currently active; check IRCTC or NTES for any newly announced specials.
- Always use IRCTC or travel apps (Trainman/RailYatri) to monitor live status and PNR updates.
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