To facilitate passengers and meet travel demand during the festive season, Western Railway will operate a special fare special train between Bandra Terminus and Bhavnagar. According to a press release, the details of this train are as follows. Train number 09209/09210 Bandra Terminus – Bhavnagar Special (2 trips) and Train number 09209 Bandra Terminus – Bhavnagar Special will depart from Bandra Terminus at 13:50 on Saturday, 30 August 2025 and arrive at Bhavnagar at 04:30 the next day. Similarly, Train number 09210 Bhavnagar-Bandra Terminus Special will depart from Bhavnagar at 20:20 on Friday, 29 August 2025 and arrive at Bandra Terminus at 10:20 the next day.

This train will stop in both directions at Borivali, Palghar, Vapi, Valsad, Navsari, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Viramgam, Surendranagar Gate, Botad, Dhola, Songadh, Sihor Gujarat, and Bhavnagar Para stations. This train will have AC 2 Tier, AC-3 Tier, AC-3 Tier (Economy), Sleeper Class, and Second Class general coaches.

Booking for Train numbers 09209 and 09210 will start from 24 August 2025 at PRS counters and on the IRCTC website. For detailed information about train stoppages, timings, and composition, passengers may please check www.enquiry.indianrail.gov.in.

Bandra Terminus

Bandra Terminus is a major railway station in Mumbai, India, serving as a terminal for several long-distance trains. It was developed and inaugurated in the late 1990s to decongest traffic from the city’s central terminus and to better serve the suburban western line.

Bhavnagar

Bhavnagar is a historic port city in Gujarat, India, founded in 1723 by Bhavsinhji Gohil. It served as the capital of the princely state of Bhavnagar until Indian independence and was a major center for maritime trade. The city is known for its architectural landmarks, including the Takhteshwar Temple and the Nilambagh Palace.

Borivali

Borivali is a major suburb located in the northern part of Mumbai, India. Historically a small village, it was developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries after the railway was extended to the area. It is now best known as the primary gateway to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, one of the world’s largest national parks within a city’s limits.

Palghar

Palghar is a coastal district in Maharashtra, India, established in 2014 after being carved out of the Thane district. Historically, the area has been inhabited by indigenous tribal communities, such as the Warli and Konkana, for centuries, and it is known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional art forms.

Vadodara

Vadodara, also known as Baroda, is a major cultural city in the Indian state of Gujarat with a history dating back over 2,000 years. It rose to prominence as the capital of the powerful Gaekwad dynasty in the 18th century, who were great patrons of the arts and education. The city is renowned for the magnificent Lakshmi Vilas Palace and remains a significant center for art, culture, and classical music.

Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad is a historic city in western India, founded in the 15th century by Sultan Ahmed Shah. It is renowned for its rich architectural heritage, including the intricately carved Jama Masjid mosque and its role as a major center of the Indian independence movement. In 2017, its historic center was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its unique urban fabric.

Surat

Surat is a historic port city in Gujarat, India, which rose to prominence in the 16th and 17th centuries as a major trading hub for the Mughal Empire, famous for its textiles and maritime commerce. Often called the gateway to Mecca, it was a vital embarkation point for pilgrims and was later fortified by the British in the 17th century. Today, it remains a major economic center, renowned for its diamond cutting and polishing industry.

Bharuch

Bharuch is one of India’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, located in Gujarat with a history dating back over 2,000 years to ancient port settlements. It was a major trading hub known to Greek, Roman, and Arab merchants, famous for its fine cloth and spices. Today, it remains an important industrial and cultural center with landmarks reflecting its diverse historical influences.