Chhath Special Trains 2026 — Booking & Availability
Chhath Puja is one of the biggest festivals for people from Bihar, Jharkhand, and Eastern UP. Millions of workers and residents travel home for Chhath, creating massive demand for trains on the Delhi–Patna, Mumbai–Patna, Delhi–Gorakhpur, and related routes. Indian Railways runs hundreds of Chhath special trains to manage this demand. Book immediately after announcements as seats fill within hours.
Check Chhath Train Seats →Frequently Asked Questions
When do Chhath special trains get announced?
Chhath special trains for 2026 are announced 3–5 weeks before Chhath Puja (typically October–November). Watch for Railway Board announcements through IRCTC. Many Chhath specials are announced along with Diwali specials.
Which routes get Chhath special trains?
Key Chhath routes: Delhi/Anand Vihar–Patna, Delhi–Gorakhpur, Mumbai–Patna, Mumbai–Gorakhpur, Surat–Patna, Delhi–Darbhanga, Mumbai–Samastipur. These serve the massive Bihar migrant population in metros.
How do I know if seats are available for Chhath trains?
Use our Seat Availability tool. Enter the train number, date, and class. If the train is still a few weeks away, regular quota may already be exhausted — check Tatkal, which opens 24 hours before departure.
What if I cannot get a Chhath special train ticket?
Options: Travel 3–4 days before the main rush. Check Tatkal 24 hours before departure. Consider flying — airlines also increase frequency during Chhath. Consider Rajdhani or Duronto with RAC — even RAC guarantees travel. Try Premium Tatkal.
Are Chhath special trains typically on time?
Festival special trains can face delays due to the heavy network load during Diwali and Chhath season. Congestion is highest on Delhi–Patna and Mumbai–Patna routes. Use our Live Train Status tool to track any special train once it starts running.
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