Gandhidham–Palanpur Passenger
Gandhidham - Palanpur Passenger is a passenger train belonging to Western Railway zone that runs between Gandhidham Junction and Palanpur Junction. It is currently being operated with 59425/59426 train numbers on a daily basis.[1][2][3] Initially, train ran between Palanpur Junction and Bhuj. W.e.f 15-08-2018, It has been extended up to Gandhidham Junction.
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Service type | Passenger |
| First service | 12 March 2012 |
| Current operator(s) | Western Railway |
| Route | |
| Start | Gandhidham Junction (GIMB) |
| Stops | 36 |
| End | Palanpur Junction (PNU) |
| Distance travelled | 301 km (187 mi) |
| Average journey time | 7h |
| Service frequency | Daily |
| On-board services | |
| Class(es) | Unreserved |
| Seating arrangements | Yes |
| Sleeping arrangements | No |
| Catering facilities | No |
| Entertainment facilities | No |
| Baggage facilities | No |
| Technical | |
| Rolling stock | 2 |
| Track gauge | 5 ft 6 in (1,676 mm) |
| Operating speed | 43 km/h (27 mph) average with halts |
Average speed and frequency
59425/Gandhidham - Palanpur Passenger runs with an average speed of 43 km/h and completes 301 km in 7h. 59426/Palanpur - Gandhidham Passenger runs with an average speed of 42 km/h and completes 301 km in 7h 5m .
Route and halts
59425/26 Gandhidham - Palanpur Passenger route is via Bhildi Junction, Radhanpur, Samakhiali Junction, Gandhidham Junction.
Coach composite
The train has standard ICF rakes with max speed of 110 kmph. The train consists of 12 coaches:
- 10 General Unreserved
- 2 Seating cum Luggage Rake
Traction
Both trains are hauled by a Vatva Loco Shed based WDM 3A diesel locomotive from Palanpur to Gandhidham and vice versa.
Rake Sharing
The train shares its rake with 19151/19152 Palanpur - Bhuj Intercity Express.
See also
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