The Indian Railways has announced the regularisation of the Jabalpur–Coimbatore Weekly Superfast Express. The service will transition to new train numbers starting October 23.

  • The Jabalpur–Coimbatore Weekly Superfast Express will transition to regular service starting October 23.
  • Train No. 02198 will be renumbered as Train No. 20160.
  • Special services between Mumbai LTT and Thiruvananthapuram North have been announced for the festive rush.

In a significant move to enhance long-distance connectivity, the Indian Railways has decided to regularise the services of the Jabalpur–Coimbatore Weekly Superfast Express. This transition from a 'special' status to a regular service is expected to provide greater stability and predictability for passengers traveling between Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.

According to an official release from the Southern Railway’s Palakkad Division, Train No. 02198 Jabalpur–Coimbatore Weekly Superfast Express will officially operate as Train No. 20160 effective from October 23. The train is scheduled to depart from Jabalpur at 11:50 p.m. on Fridays, reaching Coimbatore Junction at 2:30 p.m. on Sundays.

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Coimbatore to Jabalpur Return Schedule

For the return leg, Train No. 02197 Coimbatore–Jabalpur Weekly Superfast Express will be regularised as Train No. 20159 starting October 26. This service will depart from Coimbatore Junction at 5:05 p.m. on Mondays and is slated to arrive in Jabalpur at 8:45 a.m. on Wednesdays.

The coach composition for this regular service is designed to cater to diverse passenger needs, featuring one AC First Class, two AC 2-Tier, six AC 3-Tier, nine Second Class Sleeper, four General Second Class, and two Second Class Luggage-cum-Brake Van coaches.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the conversion of special trains into regular services is a strategic move by the Railways to meet consistent demand. By regularising these routes, the Railways ensures better resource allocation and provides commuters with a reliable travel option that is not subject to the temporary nature of 'special' schedules.

Regularising high-demand special trains is a key strategy for the Railways to stabilize passenger traffic and improve long-term revenue.

Festive Special Trains Announced

To manage the anticipated surge in passenger volume during the upcoming festive season, the Railways will also operate a special train between Mumbai Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) and Thiruvananthapuram North. Train No. 01463 Mumbai LTT–Thiruvananthapuram North Special will depart LTT at 4:00 p.m. on Sundays.

As per Konkan Railway Corporation Ltd., this special service will halt at numerous key stations including Thane, Panvel, Ratnagiri, Madgaon Junction, Mangaluru Junction, and Kozhikode, among others, ensuring connectivity across the Konkan coast.

Did You Know?: The Konkan Railway route is famous for its engineering marvels, cutting through the Western Ghats.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When will the Jabalpur–Coimbatore train become regular?
The service will be regularised starting October 23, 2026.

2. What is the new train number for the Coimbatore-Jabalpur service?
The new number for the Coimbatore to Jabalpur service will be 20159.