The South Western Railway (SWR) has announced special train services between Bengaluru and Kalaburagi to accommodate the increased passenger demand during the upcoming Deepavali festival. These special trains will run on select dates, offering additional options for travelers during the holiday season.
The Bengaluru-Kalaburagi Express Special will depart from Sir M Visvesvaraya Terminal (SMVT) in Bengaluru at 9:15 pm on October 30 and November 2, 2024, and is scheduled to arrive at Kalaburagi at 7:40 am the following day. This service will operate via key stations including Yelahanka, Dharmavaram, Anantapur, Guntakal, Adoni, Manthralayam Road, Raichur, Krishna, Yadgir, and Shahabad.
In the return direction, the Kalaburagi-SMVT Bengaluru Express Special will depart from Kalaburagi at 9:35 am on October 31 and November 3, 2024, reaching SMVT Bengaluru at 8:00 pm on the same day. It will follow the same route on its return journey.
Train Composition and Facilities
- 12 General Second Class coaches
- 3 Sleeper Class coaches
- 2 AC Three-tier coaches
- 1 Luggage/Brake Van with a generator car
- 1 Second class luggage brake van with a disabled-friendly coach
These additional services are expected to ease travel for passengers heading to their hometowns or other destinations for the Deepavali festival. Travelers are advised to book their tickets early to avoid last-minute rush.