{"id":2361,"date":"2025-07-30T11:42:08","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T11:42:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?p=2361"},"modified":"2025-07-30T11:42:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T11:42:08","slug":"special-train-between-dadar-bikaner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/special-train-between-dadar-bikaner\/","title":{"rendered":"Special train between Dadar-Bikaner"},"content":{"rendered":"

Special train between Dadar-Bikaner<\/strong><\/p>\n

Special train between Dadar-Bikaner (Train No 02490 \/ 02489) time table, route, frequency and fare<\/strong><\/p>\n

Train No 02490 \/ 02489 Dadar-Bikaner Superfast Special (Bi-Weekly) (24 trips)<\/p>\n

Train No 02490 Dadar \u2013 Bikaner special will depart Dadar every Wednesday & Sunday at 14.35 hrs, & will reach Bikaner at 13.10 hrs the next day. This train will run from 21st Oct to 29th Nov 2025.<\/p>\n

Similarly, Train No 02489 Bikaner \u2013 Dadar special will leave Bikaner every Tuesday & Saturday at 13.40 hrs, & will arrive Dadar at 12.00 hrs the next day. This train will run from 20th Oct to 28th Nov 2025.<\/p>\n

Enroute this train will halt at Borivali, Vapi, Surat, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Mahesana Jn, Patan, Bhildi Jn, Raniwara, Marwar Bhinmal, Modran, Jalor, Mokalsar, Samdari Jn, Jodhpur Jn and Nagaur stations in both directions.<\/p>\n

This train comprises of AC 2Tier, AC 3 Tier, Sleeper class and Second class seating coaches.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the most up-to-date verified information<\/strong> on special trains (if currently active) between Dadar Western (DDR), Mumbai and Bikaner Junction (BKN)<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\ude86 Special-Fare Superfast: Train No. 02490 \/ 02489<\/strong> (If Active)<\/h2>\n
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  • 02490<\/strong> runs from Dadar Western to Bikaner<\/strong> on Sundays and Wednesdays<\/strong>, departing around 15:00 IST<\/strong>, and arriving next day at around 12:30 IST<\/strong> (~1,227 km in ~21\u202fh\u202f30\u202fm)<\/li>\n
  • 02489<\/strong> operates the return leg Bikaner \u2192 Dadar<\/strong>, typically on Tuesdays and Saturdays<\/strong>, departing Bikaner around 13:40 IST and reaching Dadar next day at ~12:00 IST<\/li>\n
  • Classes offered<\/strong>: 2A, 3A, Sleeper (SL), and Second Seating (2S)<\/li>\n
  • No pantry car<\/strong>, limited onboard service; coach composition is provisional and may vary close to departure<\/li>\n
  • Historically introduced as a seasonal special<\/strong>, not yet confirmed for current year; likely limited to peak festivals or demand periods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    \ud83d\udee4\ufe0f Preferred Regular Scheduled Services<\/h2>\n

    These trains offer better reliability, amenities, and consistency<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

    12489\/12490 \u2013 Bikaner\u2013Dadar Superfast Express<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    • Departs Bikaner on Tuesdays & Saturdays<\/strong> as 12489<\/strong>, reaching Dadar at ~12:00\u202fIST<\/strong> the next day.<\/li>\n
    • 12490<\/strong> runs the reverse on Wednesdays & Sundays<\/strong>, departing Dadar at 15:00\u202fIST<\/strong>, arriving in Bikaner at 12:15\u202fIST<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    • Covers ~1,245\u202fkm in ~22\u202fh\u202f10\u202fm \u2013 22\u202fh\u202f35\u202fm<\/strong>, classes include 2A, 3A, SL, 2S<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      14707\/14708 \u2013 Ranakpur Express<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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      • Runs daily<\/strong> between Dadar and Lalgarh (Jodhpur region)<\/strong> via Bikaner, ~1,218\u202fkm in ~23\u202fh\u202f20\u201355\u202fm.<\/li>\n
      • Full reserved classes: AC\u20112, AC\u20113, Sleeper, and General; onboard catering available<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        21903\/21904 \u2013 Bandra Terminus\u2013Bikaner AC Superfast Express<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        • Inaugurated in May 2025<\/strong>: weekly route, AC\u2011only with AC Chair Car and AC 3\u2011tier Economy<\/strong>, ~1,214\u202fkm covered in ~21\u202fh\u202f15\u202fm \/ 21\u202fh\u202f55\u202fm<\/strong>, offering modern LHB coaches and reserved seating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          \ud83d\udcca Summary Table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
          Service Type<\/th>\nTrain No.<\/th>\nDays<\/th>\nDeparture (DDR)<\/th>\nArrival (BKN)<\/th>\nDuration<\/th>\nClasses<\/th>\nCatering<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
          Special Fare (if active)<\/td>\n02490 \/ 02489<\/strong><\/td>\nWed & Sun \/ Tue & Sat<\/td>\n15:00 \u2192 ~12:30<\/td>\n~13:40 \u2192 ~12:00<\/td>\n~21\u202fh\u202f30\u202fm<\/td>\n2A, 3A, SL, 2S<\/td>\nNone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Regular Express<\/td>\n12489 \/ 12490<\/strong><\/td>\nTue, Sat & Wed, Sun<\/td>\n15:00 \u2192 12:15<\/td>\n13:50 \u2192 12:00<\/td>\n~22h\u202f10\u201335m<\/td>\n2A, 3A, SL, 2S<\/td>\nNo pantry<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Daily Express<\/td>\n14707\/14708<\/strong><\/td>\nDaily<\/td>\n~12:35 (DDR)<\/td>\n~11:30 next day<\/td>\n~23h\u202f00m<\/td>\nAC\u20112, AC\u20113, SL, GEN<\/td>\nOn-board service<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          AC Superfast<\/td>\n21903\/21904<\/strong><\/td>\nWeekly (Mon\/Wed)<\/td>\n23:25<\/td>\n~20:40 \/ 06:45<\/td>\n~21\u202fh\u202f15\u202fm<\/td>\nAC\u2011Chair + AC\u20113E economy<\/td>\nOn-board & E\u2011cater<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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          \ud83e\udde0 Traveler Tips<\/h2>\n
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          • Special trains (02490\/02489)<\/strong> are seasonal<\/strong>, with low operational priority<\/strong>, often leading to delays of 5\u201312 hours<\/strong> and minimal service quality (old rakes, no pantry)<\/li>\n
          • The 12489\/90 Superfast Express<\/strong> is reliable, covers similar route twice weekly with reserved seating\u2014widely preferred over sporadic specials.<\/li>\n
          • New options like 21903\/21904 AC Superfast Express<\/strong> offer modern reserved AC travel weekly<\/strong>, ideal for passengers seeking comfort on this corridor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            \u2705 Final Recommendation<\/h2>\n
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            • Unless no other train is available during the period, avoid relying on special trains<\/strong>\u2014they lack reliability and amenities.<\/li>\n
            • Prefer 12489\/12490 Bikaner\u2013Dadar Superfast<\/strong> or the new AC-only 21903\/21904<\/strong> for a comfortable, predictable journey.<\/li>\n
            • Need help checking PNR status<\/strong>, seat availability<\/strong>, or live running updates<\/strong> for any of these trains? Just say the word!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

              Special train between Dadar-Bikaner Special train between Dadar-Bikaner (Train No 02490 \/ 02489) time table, route, frequency and fare Train No 02490 \/ 02489 Dadar-Bikaner Superfast Special (Bi-Weekly) (24 trips) Train No 02490 Dadar \u2013 Bikaner special will depart Dadar every Wednesday & Sunday at 14.35 hrs, & will reach Bikaner at 13.10 hrs the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":102,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[194,196,19,28],"tags":[195,207,197,20,27],"class_list":["post-2361","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-festivals-special-trains","category-puja-special-trains","category-special-trains","category-western-railway","tag-festivals-special-trains","tag-puja-special-train-2020","tag-puja-special-trains","tag-special-trains","tag-western-railway"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2361","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/102"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2361"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2361\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2361"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2361"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2361"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}