New Year Train Schedule 2026: Major time changes announced, LTT Express to depart 5 minutes earlier

New Delhi: Eastern Railway admitted that the delay was increasing due to trains of two sections running together on many routes. In such situations, trains used to get late from their scheduled time. Especially in winter, fog made the situation worse. To eliminate this problem, changes in the timetable are being implemented from January 1. According to CPRO Shivram Manjhi, this step will prove to be a relief for both passengers and railway workers.

What will change after the implementation of the new time?

Railways claims that the new timetable will increase the chances of trains running on time. Traffic management will be easier, and trains will avoid getting stuck in collision situations. Besides, the risk of accidents will also reduce. It is expected that there will not be much delay due to fog also.

Timings of which express trains have changed?

Timings of some major trains have been changed like this: train name and number, station old time, new time, and difference.

What is the change in local and passenger trains?

Timings of many local trains have also been changed. For example:

• Jamalpur to Kiul Memu will now run from 12:25 pm and reach at 01:50 pm.
• The Gaya fast passenger from Rampur Haat will now leave the platform at 07:45, 1 hour and 20 minutes earlier than before.
• The Hansdiha to Bhagalpur local will depart at 10:50 pm and arrive at 01:05 am.
• The Bhagalpur to Godda local will leave at 11 am and arrive at 02:03.

Similarly, the departure and arrival timings of many trains on the Banka, Sahibganj, Jamalpur, and Kiul routes have also been changed.

What does this mean for travelers?

Passengers are advised to check the new timetable before travelling. This will avoid the risk of missing the train. Railways hope that this change will stop the habit of running late to a great extent and the travel experience will be better.