In response to the surge in passenger traffic during the upcoming festive season, railway authorities have introduced an additional transit option connecting Rajasthan with southern India. A dedicated festive special train will operate between Yashwantpur and Jaipur, returning towards Bengaluru Cantt, providing substantial relief to commuters facing extensive waiting lists on regular services. Operating under train numbers 06543 and 06544, the special service will run six trips in each direction across October and November. A significant operational highlight of this route is its scheduled halts across four key stations within the Kota railway division, serving crucial travel hubs across the region.
Timetable and Route from Yashwantpur to Jaipur
Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Saurabh Jain outlined that the dedicated service has been planned specifically to accommodate festive passenger volume and ensure smoother long-distance transit. According to the scheduled timetable, train number 06543 Yashwantpur-Jaipur Special will operate every Wednesday between October 21 and November 25, 2026. Departing Yashwantpur at 12:00 PM, the train progresses northward through central corridors before entering the jurisdiction of the Kota railway division during the early hours of Friday.
Arrival timings across key division halts have been established for the early Friday transit. The train will pull into Bhawani Mandi at 12:03 AM past midnight, followed by Ramganj Mandi at 12:28 AM. It is scheduled to arrive at Kota Junction at 2:20 AM before departing toward Sawai Madhopur, where it halts at 5:25 AM. Continuing its journey across Rajasthan, the train is scheduled to reach its final destination, Jaipur, at 8:00 AM on Friday morning.
Return Schedule from Jaipur to Bengaluru Cantt
For passengers traveling toward Karnataka, train number 06544 Jaipur-Bengaluru Cantt Special will operate on Saturdays from October 24 through November 28, 2026. The return journey will commence from Jaipur at 8:40 AM. The train will make scheduled stops at Sawai Madhopur at 11:05 AM, Kota Junction at 12:45 PM, Ramganj Mandi at 1:48 PM, and Bhawani Mandi at 2:13 PM on Saturday afternoon.
After completing its passage through Rajasthan and central routes, the train will conclude its journey at Bengaluru Cantt at 5:15 AM on Monday morning. By scheduling the trips across weekends, the service offers an organized transit window for students, professionals, and families traveling between northern and southern commercial centers.
Regional Connectivity and Passenger Advisory
The operational clearance for this service addresses persistent seat shortages during Diwali and associated regional festivals, when regular trains encounter severe congestion. Halts at Bhawani Mandi, Ramganj Mandi, Kota, and Sawai Madhopur ensure direct connectivity not only for city residents but also for travelers originating from surrounding towns and neighboring districts. Railway officials have advised passengers to verify departure schedules, route details, and berth availability via official railway channels prior to scheduling their journeys.
