{"id":2992,"date":"2025-07-31T02:07:04","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T02:07:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?p=2992"},"modified":"2025-07-31T02:07:04","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T02:07:04","slug":"special-train-between-bandra-terminus-bhavnagar-terminus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/special-train-between-bandra-terminus-bhavnagar-terminus\/","title":{"rendered":"Special train between Bandra Terminus-Bhavnagar Terminus"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Special train between Bandra Terminus-Bhavnagar Terminus<\/strong><\/p>\n

Special train between Bandra Terminus-Bhavnagar Terminus (Train No. 02971 \/ 02972) time table, route, frequency and fare<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the convenience of passengers, Western Railway special train between Bandra Terminus-Bhavnagar Terminus<\/p>\n

Train No. 02971 Bandra Terminus-Bhavnagar Terminus special train<\/strong><\/p>\n

Train No. 02971 Bandra Terminus-Bhavnagar Terminus Special train will leave from (Every Tue, Thu, Sat) Bandra Terminus at 21.30 hrs & will reach Bhavnagar Terminus at 10.30 hrs and train running time between the station 13h and 0 minutes.<\/p>\n

Train No. 02972 Bhavnagar Terminus-Bandra Terminusspecial train<\/strong><\/p>\n

Similarly, Train No. 02972Bhavnagar Terminus-Bandra Terminus Special train will leave from (Every Mon, Wed, Fri) Bhavnagar Terminus at 18.30 hrs & will reach Bandra Terminus at 08.35 hrs and train running time between the station 14h and 5 minutes.<\/p>\n

Bandra Terminus-Bhavnagar Terminus Distance between the station is 780 Kilometer<\/p>\n

Date of Commencement of Service:<\/p>\n

Train No. 02971 from Bandra Terminus-Bhavnagar Terminus special train from 17-10-2025<\/p>\n

Train No: 02972 from Bhavnagar Terminus \u2013 Bandra Terminus special train from 16-10-2025<\/p>\n

Enroute this train will halt at Andheri, Borivali, Vapi, Valsad, Navsari, Surat, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Viramgam, Surendranagar Gate, Joravarnagar, Limbdi, Ranpur, Botad, Dhola, Songadh, Sihor Gujarat and Bhavnagar Para stations in both directions.<\/p>\n

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

Here\u2019s the most up\u2011to\u2011date information on special train services between Bandra Terminus (BDTS) and Bhavnagar Terminus (BVC)<\/strong>, including the AC\u2011tagged specials and regular scheduled trains:<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd39 1. Special-Fare Superfast Trains: 09013 \/ 09014<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  • Train 09013 (BDTS \u2192 BVC)<\/strong> operated as a festival special<\/strong> for Akshaya Tritiya and during March 2025.\n
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    • Departure:<\/strong> 19:25 from Bandra Terminus (April 29, 2025 and other select dates)<\/li>\n
    • Arrival:<\/strong> ~09:00 next day (~13h\u202f35m over ~780\u202fkm)<\/li>\n
    • Classes:<\/strong> AC 3-tier (3A) and AC Chair Car (CC), no pantry car<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
    • Train 09014 (BVC \u2192 BDTS)<\/strong> also ran a day later with similar stops but in reverse direction\n
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      • These trains ran only on specific festival dates<\/strong> (e.g., March\u202f11 & 13; April\u202f29\u201330) and featured dynamic “Train on Demand” fare pricing. \ue202turn0search1\ue202turn0search3\ue202turn0search4\ue202turn0search0\ue201<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        \ud83d\ude86 2. Weekly Special: 09235 \/ 09236<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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        • Train 09235 (BDTS \u2192 BVC)<\/strong> ran weekly on Mondays<\/strong> as a seasonal special.\n
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          • Departs:<\/strong> 16:45, arrives Bhavnagar at ~05:45 next day (\u224813h)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
          • Train 09236 (BVC \u2192 BDTS)<\/strong> operated on Thursdays<\/strong> for the return journey.\n
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            • Covers ~780\u202fkm with ~18 stops and classes in 2A, 3A, SL, 2S<\/strong>. \ue202turn0search5\ue202turn0search2\ue202turn0search7\ue201<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              \ud83d\ude84 3. Regular Scheduled Service: 22963 \/ 22964 \u2013 Bandra Terminus\u2013Bhavnagar Superfast Express<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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              • Train 22963 (BDTS \u2192 BVC)<\/strong> runs weekly on Mondays<\/strong>:\n
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                • Departs:<\/strong> 16:45 \u2192 Arrives:<\/strong> 05:55 next day (~13\u202fh\u202f10\u202fm, 778\u202fkm)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                • Train 22964<\/strong> returns on Thursdays<\/strong>.\n
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                  • Offers 2A, 3A, SL<\/strong> classes with standard superfast fare pricing and reserved quota.<\/li>\n
                  • Equipped with modern LHB rake<\/strong>, moderate priority, and consistent timing. \ue202turn0search10\ue202turn0search11\ue201<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                    \u26a0\ufe0f Why Choose the Regular Service?<\/h2>\n

                    Special trains (09013 \/ 09235) carry seasonal or festival tags<\/strong>, operate on limited dates, and are subject to:<\/p>\n

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                    • Low operational priority<\/strong>, often delayed<\/li>\n
                    • Dynamic fares<\/strong> or ticket surcharges<\/li>\n
                    • Limited amenities<\/strong>, especially pantry or e-catering<\/li>\n
                    • Uncertain reliability<\/strong>, as per passenger reports on Reddit:
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                      \u201cSpecial\u2011fare holiday special trains\u2026 frequently delayed and poorly maintained.\u201d \ue202turn0reddit23\ue202turn0reddit19\ue201<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      In contrast, 22963\/22964 Superfast Express<\/strong> is scheduled<\/strong>, uses better-maintained coaches, and offers predictable timing\u2014even though it only runs once per week.<\/p>\n

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                      \ud83d\udccb Summary Table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                      Train No.<\/th>\nType<\/th>\nFrequency<\/th>\nDeparts BDTS<\/th>\nArrives BVC<\/th>\nDuration<\/th>\nClasses<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
                      09013\/14<\/strong><\/td>\nFestival Special<\/td>\nSelect dates<\/td>\n~19:25<\/td>\n~09:00<\/td>\n~13h\u202f35m<\/td>\n3A, CC (full AC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                      09235\/36<\/strong><\/td>\nSummer\/Festive Special<\/td>\nWeekly (Mon+)<\/td>\n16:45<\/td>\n~05:45<\/td>\n~13h<\/td>\n2A, 3A, SL, 2S<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                      22963\/64<\/strong><\/td>\nScheduled Superfast<\/td>\nWeekly (Mon)<\/td>\n16:45<\/td>\n05:55<\/td>\n~13h\u202f10m<\/td>\n2A, 3A, SL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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                      \u2705 Recommendation<\/h2>\n
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                      • \u2728 For comfort in AC classes on limited dates<\/strong>, 09013 is the option\u2014only if you\u2019re traveling during those festal windows.<\/li>\n
                      • \ud83d\udd01 For consistent weekly travel with reserved quotas and stable timings<\/strong>, opt for Train 22963 \/ 22964 Superfast Express<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                      • Pack snacks or arrange food ahead if traveling in special trains, as catering may be limited or unavailable<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                        Would you like:<\/p>\n

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                        • A station-by-station timetable<\/strong> for Train 22963?<\/li>\n
                        • Live fare and availability check<\/strong> for your selected travel date?<\/li>\n
                        • Help exploring onward connectivity or alternate routes?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          Let me know\u2014happy to help!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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