Western Railway has announced the launch of a Rajkot Barauni Special Weekly Train to manage the heavy rush of passengers during the upcoming Diwali and Chhath Puja festival season. The special service will operate for a limited period with 18 trips in both directions, providing much-needed relief to long-distance travelers.
Train Schedule and Timings
The Rajkot-Barauni Special (09569/09570) will begin its journey from October 2, 2025, and continue until November 29, 2025.
- Train No. 09569 Rajkot-Barauni Special will depart from Rajkot every Thursday at 17:00 hrs (5:00 PM) starting from October 2, 2025, and reach Barauni on the third day at 05:00 hrs (5:00 AM).
- Train No. 09570 Barauni-Rajkot Special will leave Barauni every Saturday at 14:40 hrs (2:40 PM) from October 4, 2025, and arrive in Rajkot on the third day at 04:40 hrs (4:40 AM).
This weekly service will play a vital role in connecting Gujarat with Bihar during the festive season when thousands of migrants travel back home to celebrate with their families.
Route and Halts
The Rajkot Barauni Special Weekly Train will cover an extensive route, halting at several major junctions and cities. Important stoppages include Wankaner, Surendranagar, Chandlodia, Mehsana, Palanpur, Abu Road, Falna, Marwar, Beawar, Ajmer, Kishangarh, Jaipur, Gandhinagar Jaipur, Dausa, Bandikui, Bharatpur, Idgah, Tundla, Govindpuri, Prayagraj, Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Junction, Buxar, Ara, Danapur, Patliputra, Sonpur, Hajipur, and Shahpur Patori.
These halts will make the service convenient for passengers traveling not only between Rajkot and Barauni but also across Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar.
Coach Composition and Facilities
The train will be equipped with AC 2-tier and AC 3-tier coaches, offering comfortable long-distance travel. Passengers can avail of all regular railway facilities including online reservations, catering, and IRCTC services.
Ticket Booking Information
Booking for Train No. 09569 (Rajkot-Barauni Special) has started from September 28, 2025 through passenger reservation centers and the official IRCTC website. Western Railway has advised passengers to check the official enquiry portal www.enquiry.indianrail.gov.in for detailed information about train timings, stoppages, and coach composition before planning their journey.
Special Fare Notice
As this is a Festival Special Train, fares will be slightly higher than regular trains. However, railway authorities emphasize that the arrangement is aimed at ensuring maximum convenience and to reduce the festive rush in regular trains.
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Conclusion
The introduction of the Rajkot Barauni Special Weekly Train is expected to bring huge relief to passengers traveling during the festive period. With well-planned halts across major cities and timely schedules, this service will bridge the long-distance demand between Gujarat and Bihar. Passengers are advised to book their tickets early to avoid last-minute hassles, as seats are likely to be in high demand during Diwali and Chhath Puja.
