Special Trains between Udaipur-New Jalpaiguri
Holi Special Train between Udaipur-New Jalpaiguri (Train No. 09601 / 09602) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, Western Railway has decided to run special train between Udaipur-New Jalpaiguri-Udaipur (Train No. 09601 / 09602)
Train No. 09601 / 09602 Udaipur-New Jalpaiguri Special (Weekly) (16 trips)
Train No. 09601 Udaipur – New Jalpaiguri Special train will depart from Udaipur at 00.45 hrs every Saturday and will reach New Jalpaiguri at 18.35 hrs. the next day. This train will run from 6th February to 27th March, 2025.
Similarly, Train No. 09602 New Jalpaiguri – Udaipur Special train will depart from New Jalpaiguri at 08.15 hrs every Monday and will reach Udaipur at 03.15 hrs the third day. This train will run from 8th February to 29th March, 2025.
Enroute, this train will halt at Chanderiya station on WR.
Here’s the most accurate and up-to-date information on special trains operating between Udaipur City (UDZ) and New Jalpaiguri (NJP):
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🚆 Udaipur City – New Jalpaiguri (Festival Special Train)
Train No. 09601 / 09602 – Udaipur‑NJP Special Fare Special (Festival Special)
- Type: Special Fare Special (COVID-era special designation)
- Frequency: Departs every Saturday from Udaipur; return service as 09602 runs from NJP on Mondays
- Timings & Duration:
- Leaves UDZ at ~00:45 AM, arrives NJP ~18:35 PM next day.
- Covers ~2,232 km in about 41 h 50 min — average speed ~53 km/h
- Coach Composition: Includes 2A, 3A, Sleeper (SL), and 2S compartments
- Stops: 28–30 scheduled halts including Ajmer, Jaipur, Delhi, Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Muzaffarpur, Katihar, Kishanganj, and others
🚄 Udaipur City – New Jalpaiguri Weekly Express
Train No. 19601 / 19602 – Weekly Express (Special-designated Express)
- Type: Weekly Special-designated Mail/Express service run by North Western Railway
- Frequency: Operates one day per week in each direction—typically Saturdays from Udaipur (19601) and Mondays from NJP (19602)
- Journey & Duration:
- Covers approximately 2,238 km, taking ~42 h 15 min (return trip slightly longer ~43 h 40 min) — average ~51 km/h
- Coach Classes: Comprises 2A, 3A, Sleeper, and General Unreserved coaches; LHB rake used, catering available
- Key Halts: Includes Ajmer → Jaipur → Delhi → Lucknow → Gorakhpur → Bihar → Siliguri & more; reverses direction once
📊 Comparative Table
| Service | Train No. | Type | Frequency | Distance | Journey Time | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Udaipur → NJP Special Fare Special | 09601 / 09602 | Festival/Special Fare | Weekly (Sat / Mon) | ~2,232 km | ~41 h 50 min | 2A, 3A, SL, 2S |
| Weekly Express (Special designation) | 19601 / 19602 | Weekly Express | Weekly each way | ~2,238 km | ~42–43 h | 2A, 3A, SL, GN |
⚠️ Note About “Special” Trains
- Both trains operate under “special” designation, meaning they receive the lowest operational priority—frequently delayed by overtaking regular express/superfast traffic
- Reddit user insights often cite delays of 8–15 hours as common for such trains
💡 Tips for Travelers
- Check schedules/confirm running dates via IRCTC, NTES, or official PR announcements, especially for the 09601 special which may resume only around festivals.
- Book early, as weekly services fill quickly.
- Plan buffer time, as delays are common on these low-priority specials.
- Use live tracking tools (IRCTC PNR status, Trainman, RailYatri) during the journey.
- Consider alternatives: Other options include the Udaipur City–Kamakhya Kavi Guru Express (19615/19616) or the Udaipur–Guwahati/Forbesganj summer specials, if traveling nearby routes—though these too are special-designated and dependent on specific schedules
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