Indian Railways has launched a direct tri-weekly rail link connecting western and eastern India. Train No. 19427/19428 Bhuj–Barauni Amrit Bharat Express will cover a distance of 2,532 km across Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar. Laborers from Bihar working in Gujarat expressed happiness on the introduction of the train ahead of the festive season.
“This is a good decision. It will help us get confirm seat during festivals like Diwali and Chhath when majority of us visit our native places to celebrate,” Sonu Singh, a resident of Mokama, Bihar, currently working in Gujarat, told InfraInsiders.
This service offers budget-conscious travelers an economical long-distance option equipped with upgraded push-pull trainsets.
BHUJ - BARAUNI EXPRESS AT A GLANCE
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| Route Distance | 2,532 km (Connecting 4 Major States) |
| Train Numbers | 19427 (Bhuj to Barauni) / 19428 (Barauni to Bhuj) |
| Service Frequency | 3 Days a Week (Tri-Weekly) |
| Travel Classes | Non-AC Sleeper (SL) & Unreserved General (GS) |
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Sunita Devi, a migrant from Bihar currently working in Ahmedabad, told InfraInsiders that Amrit Bharat will become her preferred train due to its cheap ticket and good amenities.
Complete Train Schedule and Operating Days
Plan your travel ahead using the official schedule and departure times:
1. Train No. 19427: Bhuj to Barauni
- Operating Days: Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday
- Departure: Departs Bhuj at 17:30 hours (5:30 PM)
- Arrival: Reaches Barauni at 04:05 hours (4:05 AM) on the fourth day
- Total Journey Duration: 58 hours and 35 minutes
2. Train No. 19428: Barauni to Bhuj
- Operating Days: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
- Departure: Departs Barauni at 23:55 hours (11:55 PM)
- Arrival: Reaches Bhuj at 13:15 hours (1:15 PM) on the fourth day
- Total Journey Duration: 61 hours and 20 minutes
SERVICE TIMETABLE SUMMARY
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| Direction | Days of Operation | Departure Time | Arrival Time |
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| Bhuj to Barauni | Mon, Wed, Sat | 17:30 (Day 1) | 04:05 (Day 4) |
| Barauni to Bhuj | Tue, Thu, Sat | 23:55 (Day 1) | 13:15 (Day 4) |
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Route Map and Major Stoppages
Passengers can board or disembark at several prominent junctions across the route:
- Gujarat: Bhuj, Samakhiali, Ahmedabad
- Rajasthan: Ratlam, Kota, Sawai Madhopur, Gangapur City, Bharatpur
- Uttar Pradesh: Mathura, Hathras, Bareilly, Izzatnagar, Pilibhit, Lakhimpur, Gonda, Gorakhpur
- Bihar: Siwan, Chhapra, Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, Barauni
What Passengers Can Expect Onboard
The Amrit Bharat Express is designed for budget travelers who want high speeds without paying AC surcharges.
PASSENGER AMENITIES & FEATURES
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| Push-Pull Locomotives | Engines at both ends ensure faster acceleration |
| Modernized Seating | Ergonomic cushioned berths with reading lights |
| Device Friendly | Mobile charging sockets & bottle holders per berth|
| Improved Hygiene | Zero-discharge bio-vacuum toilets with sensor taps|
| Smooth Ride | Sealed gangways to keep out dust and reduce noise|
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