Railways to launch Sabarmati-Bikaner Express soon; Ashwini Vaishnaw to flag off new train

2 min readJun 14, 2026 10:59 AM IST

Indian Railways to launch new Ahmedabad–Bikaner Express train (Image generated using AI)

Sabarmati-Bikaner Express launch: Indian Railways is set to introduce a new direct train service connecting Sabarmati (Ahmedabad) and Lalgarh (Bikaner). Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is expected to flag off the train soon. It is expected to further enhance rail connectivity and provide a faster, more comfortable travel option between Gujarat and Rajasthan.

Recently, the Union Minister inaugurated several railway projects in Rajasthan including the operation of the Jodhpur–Delhi Cantt Vande Bharat Express with 20 coaches and extension of the Sabarmati–Jodhpur Express to Jaisalmer.

He also flagged off the Bhuj-Jalore-Pali-Delhi rail service, providing direct rail connectivity to Delhi and Bhuj for the first time to several areas in and around Jalore and Pali districts.

Sabarmati-Lalgarh Express: Distance, Frequency

The Sabarmati–Lalgarh Express will operate on a daily basis and cover a distance of approximately 740 km. It is expected to benefit students, working professionals, traders, and tourists. The train is also expected to boost regional development, economic activity and cultural exchange between Gujarat and Rajasthan.

Ahmedabad-Bikaner Express to improve connectivity; Check stops

The Ahmedabad-Bikaner Express will benefit districts including Ahmedabad, Mehsana, Patan, and Banaskantha in Gujarat, and Jalore, Balotra, Jodhpur, Nagaur, and Bikaner in Rajasthan. According to the national transporter, the major stoppages of Sabarmati-Lalgarh Express train will be at Sabarmati, Mehsana, Patan, Bhildi, Dhanera, Raniwara, Marwar Bhinmal, Modran, Jalore, Mokalsar, Samdari, Luni, Jodhpur, Gotan, Merta Road, Nagaur, Nokha, Bikaner and Lalgarh.

🟢 Districts Benefiting — Gujarat  4 Districts

Ahmedabad

Mehsana

Patan

Banaskantha

🟠 Districts Benefiting — Rajasthan  5 Districts

Jalore

Balotra

Jodhpur

Nagaur

Bikaner

🚉 Route — Major Stoppages in Order  19 Stops

Sabarmati Gujarat

Mehsana Gujarat

Patan Gujarat

Bhildi Gujarat

Dhanera Gujarat

Raniwara Rajasthan

Marwar Bhinmal Rajasthan

Modran Rajasthan

Jalore Rajasthan

Mokalsar Rajasthan

Samdari Rajasthan

Luni Rajasthan

Jodhpur Rajasthan

Gotan Rajasthan

Merta Road Rajasthan

Nagaur Rajasthan

Nokha Rajasthan

Bikaner Rajasthan

Lalgarh Rajasthan

Ahmedabad-Bikaner Express to improve tourism

The new express train will connect two major tourism cities of western India. The travellers can visit attractions such as the Sabarmati Riverfront, Modhera Sun Temple, Rani ki Vav in Patan, and Ahmedabad’s rich heritage sites in Gujarat, as well as the Junagarh Fort, Karni Mata Temple, Lalgarh Palace, and the cultural and desert tourism attractions of Bikaner in Rajasthan.

Ahmedabad–Bikaner Express: Check route map (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors.

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Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com.

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Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University

Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication

Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta

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