Indian Railways launches tri-weekly Amrit Bharat Express: Bhuj to Barauni in 2,532 km
Synopsis
Indian Railways has approved a new tri-weekly Amrit Bharat Express spanning 2,532 km between Bhuj in Gujarat and Barauni in Bihar — one of the longest additions to the Amrit Bharat fleet — alongside an extension of the Jhansi-Agra Cantt Express to Mathura, unlocking fresh rail access for passengers across four states.
Key Takeaways
Indian Railways approved a new Amrit Bharat Express between Bhuj (Gujarat) and Barauni (Bihar) covering 2,532 km .
19427 departs Bhuj at 17:30 hrs (Mon/Wed/Sat); Train No.
19428 departs Barauni at 23:55 hrs (Tue/Thu/Sat).
The route covers Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar , with over 20 commercial stoppages.
11901/11902 Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi-Agra Cantt Express extended to Mathura , increasing journey distance from 217 km to 270 km .
Extended Jhansi-Mathura service adds stops at Raja ki Mandi, Runkuta, Deen Dayal Dham and Baad .
Indian Railways has approved a new tri-weekly Amrit Bharat Express connecting Bhuj in Gujarat and Barauni in Bihar, spanning a distance of 2,532 km across four states. The service, announced on 25 September 2025 via an official statement, adds a long-haul rail link bridging western and eastern India through Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar.
Train Timings and Schedule
Train No. 19427 Bhuj-Barauni Amrit Bharat Express will depart Bhuj at 17:30 hours and arrive at Barauni at 04:05 hours. The return service, Train No. 19428 Barauni-Bhuj Amrit Bharat Express, will depart Barauni at 23:55 hours and reach Bhuj at 13:15 hours.
The Bhuj-to-Barauni direction will run on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, while the Barauni-to-Bhuj direction will operate on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
Key Stops Along the Route
The new express will halt at more than 20 commercial stations en route, including Samakhiali, Ahmedabad, Ratlam, Kota, Sawai Madhopur, Gangapur City, Bharatpur, Mathura, Hathras, Bareilly, Izzatnagar, Pilibhit, Lakhimpur, Gonda, Gorakhpur, Siwan, Chhapra, Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, and Samastipur, among others. The corridor effectively creates a single-train option for passengers in the Kutch region of Gujarat seeking direct access to Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh — a connectivity gap that previously required multiple changes.
Jhansi-Agra Express Extended to Mathura
In a separate announcement, Indian Railways has also approved the extension of Train No. 11901/11902 Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi-Agra Cantt Express up to Mathura station. The total journey distance will increase from 217 km to 270 km with this extension.
Under the revised schedule, Train No. 11901 will depart Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi at 16:00 hours and reach Mathura at 23:00 hours. The return service, Train No. 11902, will leave Mathura at 05:05 hours and arrive at Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi at 12:50 hours. Additional stoppages on the extended stretch include Raja ki Mandi, Runkuta, Deen Dayal Dham, and Baad.
Broader Connectivity Impact
The two approvals together reflect a broader thrust by Indian Railways to deepen inter-regional connectivity, particularly for passengers in smaller towns along high-density corridors. The Amrit Bharat Express brand — designed to offer upgraded non-AC travel — has been deployed on several routes over the past two years as part of the railways' push to modernise mass-market rail travel. This is the latest addition to a growing fleet of such services linking the country's far-flung regions. Both services are expected to ease pressure on existing trains along these corridors and offer additional frequency for time-sensitive travellers.
Point of View
Addressing a genuine connectivity deficit that non-AC long-distance travellers have faced for years. Yet announcing a new service and operationalising it at full punctuality are different challenges; the Amrit Bharat brand's value depends on on-time performance at intermediate stops, where many of these trains have historically slipped. The simultaneous Jhansi-Mathura extension is less dramatic but arguably more immediately useful, plugging a short-haul gap on a pilgrim-heavy corridor. Indian Railways' rapid expansion of the Amrit Bharat fleet is a clear political and infrastructure signal, but the network will need matching investment in line capacity to prevent these additions from cannibalising punctuality across adjoining routes.
NationPress
25 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the new Bhuj-Barauni Amrit Bharat Express?
It is a new tri-weekly train service approved by Indian Railways connecting Bhuj in Gujarat and Barauni in Bihar over a distance of 2,532 km. The service passes through Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, with over 20 commercial stoppages en route.
What are the departure times and running days for the Bhuj-Barauni Amrit Bharat Express?
Train No. 19427 (Bhuj to Barauni) departs Bhuj at 17:30 hrs and runs on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, arriving at Barauni at 04:05 hrs. Train No. 19428 (Barauni to Bhuj) departs Barauni at 23:55 hrs on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, reaching Bhuj at 13:15 hrs.
Which states and major stations does the new Amrit Bharat Express cover?
The train covers Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Key stops include Ahmedabad, Ratlam, Kota, Sawai Madhopur, Bharatpur, Mathura, Bareilly, Gorakhpur, Siwan, Chhapra, Muzaffarpur and Samastipur, among others.
What is the Jhansi-Agra Cantt Express extension to Mathura?
Indian Railways has extended Train No. 11901/11902 Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi-Agra Cantt Express up to Mathura, increasing the total journey distance from 217 km to 270 km. The extended section adds stoppages at Raja ki Mandi, Runkuta, Deen Dayal Dham and Baad.
What is the Amrit Bharat Express and how does it differ from other trains?
The Amrit Bharat Express is an upgraded non-AC long-distance train category introduced by Indian Railways to modernise mass-market rail travel. It offers improved amenities compared to older express trains and is designed for travellers who need affordable long-distance connectivity across major inter-regional corridors.
