The regular service of the long-awaited Panvel-Alipurduar Amrit Bharat Express is starting tomorrow, February 23. This new train service will be a major relief for thousands of passengers traveling between Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal. The timing of this launch is crucial as it comes just before the Holi festival, a time when trains on this route are usually packed. The train had previously completed its inaugural run and is now ready for formal commercial operations to serve the common public.
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What is the schedule for Panvel and Alipurduar departures?
According to Central Railway, the regular weekly service for Train No. 11031 will begin on February 23, 2026. This train will depart from Panvel station every Monday at 11:50 AM. It will travel for three days and reach Alipurduar Junction on Wednesday at 1:50 PM.
For the return journey, Train No. 11032 will start its regular service from Alipurduar on February 26, 2026. It is scheduled to leave every Thursday at 4:45 AM and will arrive at Panvel station on Saturday morning at 5:30 AM. This schedule allows passengers to plan their weekly travel conveniently.
Which stations will the train cover?
This train covers a long route connecting five states. It is especially beneficial for people in North Bihar and the Seemanchal region. The train will stop at several major stations during its journey.
- Maharashtra: Kalyan, Nashik Road, Bhusaval
- Madhya Pradesh: Itarsi, Jabalpur
- Uttar Pradesh: Prayagraj Chheoki, Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Junction (Mughalsarai)
- Bihar: Buxar, Ara, Patliputra, Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, Katihar
- West Bengal: Alipurduar Junction
What are the ticket prices and facilities?
The Amrit Bharat Express is designed to be affordable for the common man. It is a premium non-AC train. The estimated fare for a Sleeper Class ticket is around ₹775. Passengers can book tickets through the IRCTC website, the RailOne app, or at reservation counters. For those traveling in General Class, unreserved tickets can be bought through the UTS system at normal charges.
Even though the fare is low, the train has modern facilities. Passengers will get mobile charging ports at every seat, cushioned luggage racks, and radium floor strips for safety at night. The train also has special toilets for differently-abled passengers and uses “push-pull” technology for a smoother ride without jerks.
