Summer holiday season has arrived, and people are planning to travel with their family. In view of this increasing demand, Indian Railways has decided to run special trains for summer vacation. Through these special trains, passengers will be able to travel long distances and they will be able to reach their destination comfortably.
Indian Railways has released a list of special trains for summer vacation from 1 April, and ticket booking has also started. These trains will connect Mumbai, Delhi, Gorakhpur, Indore, and other major cities. AC, sleeper, and general categories will be available in these trains.
Summer Special Trains 2025: Overview
| Description | Acquaintance |
| Beginning date | April 2025 |
| Duration | April to June 2025 |
| Number of trains | 11 pair (22 trains) |
| Major route | Mumbai-Dali, Mumbai-Gorakhpur, Indore-Howrah etc. |
| Categories | AC, sleeper and general |
| Booking | PRS counter and IRCTC website |
| extra features | Pantry car, linen, bedroll etc. |
| Rent | Based on special fare |
Special trains for summer vacation: details
Indian Railways has decided to operate special trains for summer vacation, which will make it easier for passengers to reach their destination. Various categories of facilities are available in these trains, such as AC, sleeper, and general. These trains will connect Mumbai, Delhi, Gorakhpur, and other major cities.
Major trains and their features
- Mumbai Central – Khatipura Superfast Special (09001/09002)
- Frequence: Three days a week (Monday, Wednesday and Saturday)
- Period of running: 3 March to 30 June 2025
- Time: Mumbai Central at 10:20 pm, reach Khatipura at 4:40 pm
- Return: 7:05 pm from Khatipura, time to reach Mumbai Central at 1:30 pm
- Major stops: Dewas, Ujjain, Nagda, Ratlam, Godhra, Vadodara, Udhna, Valsad, Vapi, Vasai Road
- Indore – Howrah – Indore Special (09335/09336)
- Frequence: Weekly (on Friday)
- Period of running: 26 April to 28 June 2025
- Time: Indore to 10:30 pm, reach Howrah at 7:00 am
- Return: 10:00 am from Howrah, reach Indore at 7:30 pm
- Major stops: Bhopal, Itarsi, Bilaspur, Rourkela, Tatanagar
Booking special trains for summer vacation
Booking of special trains for summer vacation is available at IRCTC website and PRS counter. Passengers can book online or offline as per their convenience. Booking has started, and passengers should book their tickets as soon as possible, as the seats are filled soon.
Information required for booking
- Booking platform: IRCTC website and PRS counter
- Date of Booking Starting: Already started
- Travel period: April to June 2025
- Available categories: AC, sleeper, and general
- Pantry/Catering: Will be available in various trains
- Tatakal Booking: Will be available for selected trains
- Live Tracking: NTES app and IRCTC will be available on website
Benefits of special trains for summer vacation
Special trains for summer vacation provide many advantages for passengers:
- More seats: Special trains can accommodate more passengers, making it easier to get tickets.
- Comfortable travel: AC and sleeper categories provide comfortable travel facilities.
- Pantry facility: Pantry car facility is also available in many trains, which provides food during the journey.
- Live tracking: Passengers can see the live position of their train on the NTES app and IRCTC website.
Precautions while traveling for summer vacation
Some precautions should be taken while traveling during summer vacation:
- Drinking water: Summer should drink enough water to avoid dehydration in summer.
- Relax: Relaxation should be taken at regular intervals during long journey.
- Security: Take care of the safety of your goods and beware of unknown people.
- Weather information: It would be appropriate to take weather information before traveling.
List of special trains for summer vacation
Indian Railways has announced several special trains for summer vacation, some of which are major trains:
- Mumbai Central – Khatipura Superfast Special
- Indore – Howrah – Indore Special
- Mumbai – Gorakhpur Special
- Delhi – Mumbai Special
Through these trains, passengers will be able to reach their destination and they will be able to enjoy their summer vacation.
conclusion
Special trains for summer vacation are a major relief for passengers. Through these trains, passengers can travel comfortably with their family and enjoy their summer vacation. This initiative of Indian Railways will not only provide convenience to passengers, but they will be able to reach their destination easily.
Disclaimer: This information is based on general knowledge and available data. Contact the official website of Indian Railways or PRS counter for the list of special trains and booking.
