Kumbh Mela Special Trains

The Kumbh Mela is a renowned Hindu pilgrimage and is considered the world's largest public gathering. Held every three years, it rotates across four cities—Prayagraj (Allahabad), Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik. The grandest of all is the Maha Kumbh Mela, which happens once every 12 years. The next Maha Kumbh Mela is scheduled from 13 January 2025 to 26 February 2025, taking place at the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers in Prayagraj (Allahabad). The festival attracts millions of devotees and spiritual seekers from all over the world, who gather to take holy dips in the river and participate in various religious activities. The 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela is expected to accommodate pilgrims in a dedicated tent city and offers special train services to Prayagraj for an easier travel experience.

Indian Railways has introduced special trains to facilitate travel to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh Mela in 2025. These trains operate from various cities across India, ensuring smooth access to the pilgrimage site. You can check the special train timetable for Kumbh Mela on the official IRCTC platform or MakeMyTrip's website and book tickets online. To find a suitable train, simply visit the "Kumbh Mela Special Trains" section on MakeMyTrip's homepage, which displays train schedules, timings, and available seats.

The special trains for the 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela will be equipped with several facilities to ensure a comfortable journey for passengers. Key features include:

• Over 900 special trains operating from various cities to Prayagraj and back.
• A 40% increase in the number of special trains to accommodate the festive rush.
• Upgraded infrastructure and amenities to improve passenger experience.
• Circular trains operating on routes such as Prayagraj-Varanasi-Ayodhya-Prayagraj.
• Mobile UTS (Unreserved Ticketing System) to facilitate easy booking of tickets.
• Over 500 ticketing kiosks installed at railway stations in Prayagraj.

These trains offer various coach types, including Sleeper Class, 3rd AC, 2nd AC, 1st AC, and General Seating. Additionally, there are coaches for disabled passengers and special luggage coaches.

The special train timetable for Kumbh Mela spans the entire 45-day festival and beyond. To find the right train for your journey to Prayagraj, visit IRCTC's platform or MakeMyTrip, where you can view available trains, timings, and routes. Some trains run daily, while others may operate on specific days of the week. You can select trains based on your travel preferences, whether it’s weekdays or weekends.

Major cities from where you can board special trains to Prayagraj include:

• Varanasi
• Rishikesh
• Howrah
• Mumbai
• New Delhi
• Dehradun
• Lucknow
• Gorakhpur
• Ahmedabad
• Patna

Choose your source city, check the train schedule, and book your tickets accordingly.

You can easily book tickets for the special train services to Prayagraj via the IRCTC platform or MakeMyTrip. Here's how:

1. Visit the "Trains" section on the MakeMyTrip website or app.
2. Enter your source city, destination, and date of journey to search for available trains.
3. Choose the train that suits your schedule and check ticket availability.
4. Enter your details and complete the payment process.
5. Receive your e-ticket on your phone and email, along with the PNR number.

If your ticket is waitlisted, keep checking the PNR status for updates on seat confirmation.

To check the status of your special train ticket, follow these steps:

1. Go to the "Trains" section on the MakeMyTrip website or app.
2. Select "PNR Status Check."
3. Enter your 10-digit PNR number and click "Check."
4. View your ticket's confirmation or waitlist status.