The Railway Ministry has approved a new Amrit Bharat Express connecting Bhuj in Gujarat with Barauni in Bihar. The new service is expected to strengthen rail connectivity between Gujarat and Bihar while also linking several important cities across Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.
Amrit Bharat Express trains are designed to provide modern travel facilities at relatively affordable fares. The service is aimed at making comfortable rail travel more accessible, particularly for passengers from low and lower-middle income groups.
Bhuj-Barauni Amrit Bharat Express: Train Number and Route
The new Bhuj-Barauni-Bhuj Amrit Bharat Express will operate under train numbers 19427 and 19428. The service will cover approximately 2,532 kilometres during its journey.
The train will operate at speeds ranging from 110 kmph to 130 kmph, depending on the route and operating conditions.
The service will pass through several important railway stations across Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, providing connectivity between a number of major cities and towns.
List of Major Stations
The train will have stops at several stations along its route, including:
- Samakhiyali
- Ahmedabad
- Ratlam
- Kota
- Sawai Madhopur
- Gangapur City
- Bharatpur
- Mathura
- Hathras
- Bareilly
- Izzatnagar
- Pilibhit
- Lakhimpur
- Gonda
- Gorakhpur
- Siwan
- Chhapra
- Hajipur
- Muzaffarpur
- Samastipur
With these stops, the service will provide passengers with a direct rail connection across multiple states on the Bhuj-Barauni route.
Bhuj to Barauni Train Timings and Weekly Schedule
Train 19427, the Bhuj-Barauni Amrit Bharat Express, will leave Bhuj at 5:30 PM and reach Barauni at 4:05 AM the next day.
For the return journey, train 19428 will depart from Barauni at 11:55 PM and arrive at Bhuj at 1:15 PM.
The service will operate three days a week. The Bhuj-Barauni train will run on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, while the Barauni-Bhuj service will operate on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Amrit Bharat Express: Coaches and Facilities
Introduced in 2023, the Amrit Bharat Express features several modern facilities aimed at improving passenger convenience and safety.
The train includes features such as semi-automatic couplers, a fire detection system, sealed gangways and talk-back units.
The Bhuj-Barauni Amrit Bharat Express will have a total of 22 coaches. The composition includes 11 general class coaches, 8 sleeper class coaches, 1 pantry car and 2 luggage-cum-disabled coaches.
Disclaimer: The information in this article is based on the details provided in the source material. Train timings, routes, stoppages, coach composition and operating schedules may be changed by the Indian Railways. Passengers should verify the latest timetable and service information through official railway sources before planning their journey.