Summer Special Train Ahmedabad-Kanpur Central-Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad-Kanpur-Ahmedabad
Western Railway to run Summer Super Fast Special Trains between Ahmedabad – Kanpur.
For the convenience of passengers and with a view to meet the travel demand, Western Railway has decided to run two Summer Superfast Special Trains on Special Fare between Ahmedabad – Kanpur Central.
According to a press release issued by Shri Sumit Thakur – Chief Public Relation Officer of Western Railway, the details of these trains are as under:
Train No. 01906 / 05 Ahmedabad – Kanpur Central Superfast Special 26 Trips
Train No. 01906 Ahmedabad – Kanpur Central Special will depart from Ahmedabad every Tuesday at 15.05 hrs and reach Kanpur at 11.55 hrs, the next day. This train will run from 5th April to 28th June, 2025.
Similarly, Train No. 01905 Kanpur Central – Ahmedabad Special will depart from Kanpur Central every Monday at 15.35 hrs and reach Ahmedabad at 11.00 hrs, the next day. This train will run from 4th April to 27th June, 2025.
Enroute this train will halt at Nadiad, Anand, Chhayapuri, Ratlam, Kota, Gangapur City, Flindaun City, Bayana, Rupbas, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra Fort, Tundla and Etawah stations in both directions.
This train comprises of AC 2-Tier, AC 3-Tier, Sleeper Class and General Second Class coaches.
The booking of Train No. 01906 will open from 03rd April 2025 at PRS counter and IRCTC Website. The above trains will run as Special Trains on Special Fare. For detailed information regarding timings of halts and composition, passengers may please visit www.enauirv.indianrail.gov.in.
Here’s what’s confirmed about the Okha ⇄ Delhi Sarai Rohilla (now Delhi Cantt) Summer Special Service operated by Western Railway:
Contents
🚆 Summer Special Train: 09523 / 09524
🔹 09523 — Okha → Delhi Cantt (formerly Sarai Rohilla)
- Departs Okha every Tuesday at 10:00 hrs
- Arrives at Delhi Cantt the following morning around 09:40–09:50 hrs
- Covers approximately 1,349 km with ~26 halts including Dwarka, Jamnagar, Rajkot, Ajmer, Jaipur, Alwar, Rewari, Gurgaon ([turn0search1]turn0search6]turn0search7])
🔹 09524 — Delhi Cantt → Okha
- Departs Delhi Cantt (or Sarai Rohilla) every Wednesday at 13:20 hrs
- Reaches Okha next day around 13:50 hrs
- Traverses the reverse route, halting at the same major stations ([turn0search7]turn0search6])
📋 Service Summary
| Direction | Train No. | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okha → Delhi Cantt | 09523 | Tuesday, 10:00 | ~09:45 (+1 day) | ~23 h 45 m | Weekly |
| Delhi Cantt → Okha | 09524 | Wednesday, 13:20 | ~13:50 (+1 day) | ~24 h 10 m | Weekly |
- Originally ran to Delhi Sarai Rohilla (DEE) but has been permanently short-terminated at Delhi Cantt (DEC) from August 2024 onwards for operational convenience.([turn0search10]turn0search6])
ℹ️ Additional Details
- Coach Composition: Includes 2A, 3E (AC economy), Sleeper, and 2S (Second Seating) — Special fare train. Occupies regular LHB rake.([turn0search11]turn0search5])
- Booking: Opened in 2025 via IRCTC & PRS counters; likely to resume similarly in 2025 if service is repeated. Booking began mid‑April in past years.([turn0search2]turn0search3])
- Notes on Punctuality: Reddit users frequently report major delays (6–12+ hours or cancellation) for similar special trains, citing low priority on congested routes.
“Special fare is just a way to take more money from desperate passengers… train kept getting looped for other express trains…”
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✅ Passenger Tips
- Ideal for booking early, especially in AC/Sleeper classes, if confirmed service resumes.
- Expect low priority on track; always check real-time running status on NTES or IRCTC before departure.
- Carry essentials: pantry services may be minimal or unreliable due to special-train constraints.
Would you like a detailed timetable with all intermediate stops, or fare breakdown by class for the service if replicated in 2025?