Northern Railway Announces Special Festival Train Between Chandigarh and Barauni

New Delhi: In view of the rising rush of passengers travelling home during the festive season, Northern Railway has announced a special reserved train between Chandigarh and Barauni Junction. The initiative aims to provide additional travel facilities to passengers heading towards Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.

One Trip Each Way for Festival Passengers

According to the railway authorities, train numbers 04538/04537, Chandigarh–Barauni–Chandigarh Special, will operate for one trip in each direction.

Train number 04538 will depart from Chandigarh on Tuesday, November 10, at 10 PM. It will pass through Ambala, Moradabad, Lucknow, Varanasi, Hajipur and Muzaffarpur before reaching Barauni at 3:30 AM on Wednesday.

When Will the Return Train Depart?

In the return direction, train number 04537 will leave Barauni on Thursday, November 12, at 6:30 AM and arrive in Chandigarh at 1:20 PM on Friday.

AC, Sleeper and General Coaches Available

The special train will consist of air-conditioned, sleeper and general-class coaches to accommodate passengers travelling during the festive rush.

How Can Passengers Check Train Details?

Passengers can check the train schedule and other related information through the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) website or mobile application. Railway-related assistance will also be available through helpline number 139.