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Passengers traveling between western Rajasthan and the holy city of Haridwar are set to receive major relief this summer. Indian Railways has announced a new bi-weekly summer special train service connecting Barmer and Haridwar.

The newly introduced Barmer–Haridwar–Barmer Summer Special Express will operate twice every week and complete a total of 40 trips during the summer season. Railway officials say the special train has been introduced to manage increased passenger demand during holidays and pilgrimage travel.

The train is expected to benefit:

• Pilgrims traveling to Haridwar
• Tourists
• Family travelers
• Passengers from Rajasthan and Uttarakhand

by providing direct long-distance rail connectivity without repeated train changes.

Train Number and Service Details

Indian Railways has introduced:

• Train No. 04811: Barmer to Haridwar
• Train No. 04812: Haridwar to Barmer

The service will run twice every week.

Barmer to Haridwar Train Schedule Train Number: 04811 Details Information

Route	Barmer to Haridwar
Operation Period	May 11 to July 16, 2026
Running Days	Monday and Thursday
Departure Time	4:15 AM from Barmer
Arrival Time	Around 4:10 AM next day at Haridwar

Haridwar to Barmer Train Schedule Train Number: 04812 Details Information

Route	Haridwar to Barmer
Operation Period	May 12 to July 17, 2026
Running Days	Tuesday and Friday
Departure Time	5:15 AM from Haridwar

Major Stations on the Route

The special train will pass through several important railway stations across multiple states, improving connectivity for passengers traveling from Rajasthan to Uttarakhand.

Key Stoppages Include:

• Baytu
• Balotra
• Samdari Junction
• Luni Junction
• Jodhpur
• Merta Road
• Nagaur
• Nokha
• Bikaner
• Lalgarh Junction
• Lunkaransar
• Suratgarh Junction
• Hanumangarh Junction
• Bathinda Junction
• Ambala Cantt
• Saharanpur
• Haridwar

The railway route is expected to provide easier travel access for passengers from several districts across Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttarakhand.

Relief for Pilgrims and Summer Travelers

The train is being viewed as a major convenience for devotees traveling to Haridwar during the pilgrimage and summer season.

Earlier, many passengers traveling from western Rajasthan to Haridwar often had to:

• Change multiple trains
• Face long waiting lists
• Deal with overcrowded routes

The new direct train service is expected to significantly reduce travel inconvenience.

Especially Helpful for Families and Senior Citizens

Railway officials say the service may prove particularly useful for:

• Elderly passengers
• Families traveling with children
• Pilgrimage groups

because passengers will now be able to complete the journey without repeated transfers.

Indian Railways Managing Summer Rush

Every year during summer vacations and pilgrimage season, passenger traffic rises sharply across northern India.

To handle additional rush, Indian Railways regularly introduces:

• Summer special trains
• Festival special services
• Additional coaches

The Barmer–Haridwar special train is part of these seasonal crowd-management measures.

Affordable and Direct Travel Option

Compared to multiple train changes or long-distance bus travel, the new train is expected to provide:

• More affordable travel
• Better convenience
• Easier connectivity
• Comfortable long-distance journey

Passengers traveling for religious tourism, family visits, or summer vacations may especially benefit from this direct rail link.

Booking Expected to Witness High Demand

Railway experts believe ticket demand for the special train may remain high because Haridwar remains one of India’s most visited pilgrimage destinations during summer months.

Passengers are advised to:

• Check seat availability early
• Confirm schedules before travel
• Monitor official railway booking platforms

to avoid last-minute booking difficulties during the peak travel season.