Golden Temple Mail (12904) is one of India's oldest continuously running trains, connecting Mumbai Central to Amritsar Junction since 1928. Covering 1,921 km in approximately 31 hours, its name is a tribute to the Golden Temple (Sri Harmandir Sahib) in Amritsar, the holiest shrine in Sikhism.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mumbai Central Mumbai | Start | 21:05 |
| 2 | Surat Surat | 23:37 | 23:40 |
| 3 | Ahmedabad Junction Ahmedabad | 01:40 (+1d) | 01:50 (+1d) |
| 4 | New Delhi Delhi | 17:50 (+1d) | 18:00 (+1d) |
| 5 | Ludhiana Junction Ludhiana | 21:30 (+1d) | 21:35 (+1d) |
| 6 | Amritsar Junction Amritsar | 23:55 (+1d) | 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.
Golden Temple Mail (12904) is one of India's oldest continuously running trains, connecting Mumbai Central to Amritsar Junction since 1928. Covering 1,921 km in approximately 31 hours, its name is a tribute to the Golden Temple (Sri Harmandir Sahib) in Amritsar, the holiest shrine in Sikhism.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 6 stops with a total journey time of approximately 26h 50m.
Available travel classes include 2nd Sitting 2S, Sleeper SL. Fares start from INR 85 for 2nd Sitting 2S.
Book Golden Temple Mail 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.
Reserved seating
Reserved seating
Book Golden Temple Mail 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 RailwaysGolden Temple Mail departs at 21:05 and arrives at the final destination at 23:55 (next day). Total journey time is approximately 26h 50m. Always verify current timings with Indian Railways before travelling.
Golden Temple Mail fares start from approximately 85 (economy class). Book at irctc.co.in for the latest prices.
Book Golden Temple Mail 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.
Golden Temple Mail makes 6 stops. The route starts at Mumbai Central and ends at Amritsar Junction. Major intermediate stops include Surat, Ahmedabad Junction, New Delhi, Ludhiana 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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