Special Trains between Bikaner-Madurai
Holi Special Train between Bikaner-Madurai (Train No. 06054 / 06053) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, Western Railway has decided to run special train between Bikaner-Madurai-Bikaner (Train No. 06054 / 06053)
Train No. 06054 / 06053 Bikaner-Madurai (Weekly) Superfast Special (16 trips)
Train No. 06054 Bikaner – Madurai special will depart Bikaner every Sunday at 15.00 hrs, & will reach Madurai at 18.40 hrs on Tuesday. This train will run from 7th February to 28th March, 2025.
Similarly, Train No. 06053 Madurai-Bikaner special will leave Madurai every Thursday at 11.55 hrs & will reach Bikaner at 17.45 hrs on Saturday. This train will run from 4th February to 25th March, 2025.
Enroute the train will halt on WR at Nagda Jn, Ujjain Jn, Shujalpur and Sehore stations in both directions.
This train comprises of 1st AC, AC 2 Tier and AC 3 Tier coaches.
Here’s the most comprehensive and up-to-date information available on special train services between Bikaner (BKN) and Madurai (MDU), including AC Festival Specials and religious pilgrim specials:
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🚆 Bikaner–Madurai AC Festival Specials (06053 / 06054)
06053 – Madurai → Bikaner
- Operates weekly on Thursdays during festival periods—October to November.
- Departs Madurai at 11:55 AM, arrives Bikaner at 17:45 on Saturday (~50 hours)
- Runs over ~3,060 km, via Chennai Egmore, Tiruchirappalli, Dindigul, Nagpur, Kota, Jaipur, and more
- Features exclusive AC coaches: 1 First AC, 4 AC 2-tier, and 14 AC 3-tier coaches
06054 – Bikaner → Madurai
- Departs Bikaner on Sundays at 15:00, arrives Madurai around 18:40 on Tuesday
- Same route in reverse with similar halt pattern and journey duration (~51 h 10 m)
🟢 Permanent Weekly Train: Anuvrat AC Superfast Express (22631 / 22632)
- 22631: Runs from Madurai every Thursday at ~12:05 PM, reaches Bikaner in ~50 h 45 m (~3,071 km)
- 22632: Returns on Sundays at ~15:20 PM, arriving Madurai by Tuesday evening (~51 h 15 m)
- Fully air‑conditioned rakes with 1 First AC, 4 AC 2-tier, 14 AC 3‑tier, and a pantry car
- Covers multiple states—TN, AP, Maharashtra, MP, and Rajasthan—with ~42 halts along the route
📋 Service Comparison
| Train No. | Route | Frequency | Duration | Distance | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06053 / 06054 | Festival Special | Thu → Sat / Sun → Tue | ~50–51 hours | ~3,060–3,071 km | AC-only |
| 22631 / 22632 | Anuvrat AC Express | Weekly | ~50–51 hours | ~3,060–3,071 km | 1A, 2A, 3A |
⚠️ Important Notes
- Festival Specials (06053/54) run only during special periods, not throughout the year. Tickets for these are generally released just before operation weeks—availability is limited.
- Anuvrat Express (22631/32) is a regular weekly service, offering more dependable scheduling and higher operational priority compared to specials.
- Both categories of trains (special or regular) are long-distance express services crossing India north-south, and may be subject to delay—especially the festival specials, which get lowest priority in scheduling. Online user feedback often cites delays of 6–12 hours or more on special trains.
✅ Tips for Travelers
- For dependable travel, opt for Anuvrat AC Superfast Express (22631/32), since it runs regularly and on a fixed schedule.
- During festival travel seasons, look for 06053/54 AC Festival Specials on IRCTC or NTES—these are time-limited and carry premium fares.
- Account for possible delays—especially on special services—and track live running via IRCTC PNR or NTES on your travel day.
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