Bandra Patna Garib Rath (12909) is an affordable all-AC express from Bandra Terminus (Mumbai) to Patna Junction, covering 1,920 km overnight. Garib Rath trains offer AC 3-Tier coaches at significantly lower fares than regular Rajdhani or Duronto services — literally translating to "Poor Man's Chariot."
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lokmanya Tilak Terminus Mumbai | Start | 21:00 |
| 2 | Nagpur Junction Nagpur | 09:30 (+1d) | 09:40 (+1d) |
| 3 | Bilaspur Junction Bilaspur | 13:55 (+1d) | 14:00 (+1d) |
| 4 | Patna Junction Patna | 05:35 (+2d) | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official India railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
Bandra Patna Garib Rath (12909) is an affordable all-AC express from Bandra Terminus (Mumbai) to Patna Junction, covering 1,920 km overnight. Garib Rath trains offer AC 3-Tier coaches at significantly lower fares than regular Rajdhani or Duronto services — literally translating to "Poor Man's Chariot."
The train runs on Tue, Thu, Sat. The full route covers 4 stops with a total journey time of approximately 32h 35m.
Available travel classes include Sleeper SL, 3rd AC 3A, 2nd AC 2A, 1st AC 1A. Fares start from INR 385 for Sleeper SL.
Book Bandra Patna Garib Rath tickets at irctc.co.in, the official Indian Railways portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure depending on the operator. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach. Bedrolls are typically provided in sleeper classes. Passengers should carry a light jacket as air conditioning can be cold overnight.
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Book Bandra Patna Garib Rath tickets at irctc.co.in, the official Indian Railways portal. Compare fares and seat availability before booking. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
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Visit Indian RailwaysBandra Patna Garib Rath departs at 21:00 and arrives at the final destination at 05:35 (next day). Total journey time is approximately 32h 35m. Always verify current timings with Indian Railways before travelling.
Bandra Patna Garib Rath fares start from approximately 385 (economy class). Book at irctc.co.in for the latest prices.
Book Bandra Patna Garib Rath tickets at irctc.co.in, the official Indian Railways booking portal. Tickets are also available at station booking offices. Book in advance for popular routes and holiday periods.
Bandra Patna Garib Rath makes 4 stops. The route starts at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus and ends at Patna Junction. Major intermediate stops include Nagpur Junction, Bilaspur Junction.
Check the running days shown in the hero section on this page. Some routes run daily, others run on selected days only. Always verify the current running schedule on the Indian Railways website or app before booking.
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