In a move to accommodate the surge in holiday travelers, the South Western Railway (SWR) has announced the operation of special express trains connecting Yeshwantpur in Bengaluru to the coastal town of Karwar. The service will include two round trips in each direction to clear the anticipated year-end rush.
Special Train Schedule and Timings
The special train service will operate on specific dates at the end of December. Train No. 06267, the Yeshwantpur–Karwar Express Special, will depart from Yeshwantpur at 12:00 noon on both December 24 and December 27. The journey is scheduled to conclude at Karwar station at 6:10 AM on the following day.
For the return journey, passengers can board Train No. 06268, the Karwar–Yeshwantpur Express Special. This service will leave Karwar at 12:00 noon on December 25 and December 28, arriving at Yeshwantpur at 4:30 AM the next morning.
Comprehensive List of En Route Stops
The special trains are designed to cater to passengers from numerous towns along the route. The services will make halts at a series of important stations, providing connectivity for many commuters. The stops include:
- Chikbanavar
- Kunigal
- Channarayapatna
- Hassan
- Sakleshpur
- Subrahmanya Road
- Kabakaputtur
- Bantawala
- Surathkal
- Mulki
- Udupi
- Barkur
- Kundapura
- Byndoor
- Bhatkal
- Murdeshwar
- Honnavar
- Kumta
- Gokarna Road
- Ankola
Easing the Holiday Travel Crunch
The introduction of these special trains is a direct response to the high demand for travel during the Christmas and New Year period. By adding these extra services, SWR aims to provide relief to passengers who often face difficulties securing reservations on regular trains. This initiative ensures better connectivity from Bengaluru to the scenic coastal region of Karnataka, facilitating travel for both holidaymakers and those visiting family.
Passengers are advised to check the latest schedule and booking availability through the official IRCTC website or railway enquiry services. The SWR's proactive measure is expected to significantly decongest the year-end rush on this popular route.
