Introduction
The inception of Garib Rath Express marked a significant step towards inclusive transportation, addressing the needs of economically weaker sections by offering reasonable fares and practical amenities. Known for its distinctive features and a focus on efficiency, Garib Rath Express plays a pivotal role in facilitating travel for a wide spectrum of passengers, contributing to the extensive railway network’s diversity.
What is Garib Rath Express
Garib Rath trains are a category of express trains with fully 3 tier AC coaches introduced by Indian Railways to cater to the needs of economically weaker sections. These trains prioritize affordability while ensuring a decent level of comfort. The term “Garib Rath” translates to “Poor People’s Chariot,” emphasizing the mission of making train travel accessible to a broader segment of the population.
The inaugural Garib Rath service commenced its journey on 5th oct 2006 from Saharsa Junction to Amritsar Junction, covering a distance of 1524km. Over the years, the Garib Rath network has expanded, connecting various major cities and providing an economical alternative for passengers.
Distinctive Features and Facility
Garib Rath trains are characterized by several distinctive features and facilities:
Affordable Fares: Garib Rath trains offer lower ticket prices compared to other express trains, making them an attractive choice for passengers seeking budget-friendly travel options.
Air-Conditioned Coaches:The majority of Garib Rath trains are equipped with three-tier air-conditioned sleeper coaches. These coaches strike a balance between comfort and cost-effectiveness.
Essential Amenities: Garib Rath trains offer essential amenities, including bedding, water, and a limited catering menu, ensuring basic comforts during the journey.
Wide Network Coverage: Garib Rath Express operates on various routes, connecting major cities and towns across India. This extensive network provides budget-conscious travelers with accessible transportation options.
Limited Stop: Garib Rath trains are known for limited stops, ensuring a more direct and faster route between the origin and destination cities. This contributes to shorter travel times and increased efficiency.
No-Frills Travel: Garib Rath Express is designed for no-frills travel, emphasizing practicality and affordability without unnecessary extravagance.
Simplified Seating Arrangements: The seating arrangements in Garib Rath coaches are designed for efficiency and maximizing space utilization. This ensures that more passengers can be accommodated without compromising on comfort.
Dynamic Pricing: Garib Rath follows a dynamic pricing system where fares may vary based on factors such as demand, availability, and class of travel.
Garib Rath Train Composition
The typical composition of a Garib Rath train includes three-tier AC sleeper coaches. The number of coaches may vary based on the specific train route and demand.
Garib Rath Ticket Price
Garib Rath ticket prices are structured to be more affordable compared to other express trains, aligning with the express service’s primary goal of providing cost-effective travel options for passengers. The fares for Garib Rath trains are lower, making train travel accessible to a wider range of people, especially those with budget constraints. It’s important to note that Garib Rath follows a dynamic pricing system, where ticket fares may vary based on several factors.
These factors include:
- Demand: Higher demand for a particular train or route may result in slightly higher ticket prices.
- Availability: Limited seat availability in a specific class could influence ticket prices.
- Class of Travel: The type of coach or class selected by the passenger (e.g., three-tier AC sleeper) can affect the ticket price.
Garib Rath Train List
At present following Garib Rath Trains are operational over indain railway network:
| Train No. | Name | Days of Run | From-Departure | To-Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12113 | PUNE-NGP GARIBRATH | Mon, Wed, Sat | PUNE 17:35 | NGP 09:10 |
| 12114 | NGP-PUNE GARIB RATH | Tue, Fri, Sun | NGP 18:00 | PUNE 09:30 |
| 12881 | SHM-PURI S/F GARIB RATH | Tue, Thu | SHM 20:45 | PURI 05:10 |
| 12882 | PURI-SHM S.F. GARIB RATH | Mon, Wed | PURI 22:10 | SHM 06:40 |
| 22883 | PURI-YPR GARIBRATH | Fri | PURI 15:15 | YPR 19:00 |
| 22884 | YPR-PURI GARIB RATH | Sat | YPR 22:40 | PURI 03:55 |
| 12359 | KOAA PNBEGARIBRATH EXP | Tue, Thu, Sat | KOAA 20:05 | PNBE 05:20 |
| 12360 | PNBE KOAA GARIBRAATH EXPR | Wed, Fri, Sun | PNBE 20:05 | KOAA 05:15 |
| 12535 | LJN R GARIB RATH | Mon, Thu | LJN 14:10 | R 07:15 |
| 12536 | R LJN GARIB RATH | Tue, Fri | R 12:05 | LJN 05:10 |
| 12593 | LJN-BPL-GRB SF | Sat | LJN 22:40 | BPL 09:10 |
| 12594 | BPL-LJN-GARIBRATH SF | Sun | BPL 23:55 | LJN 09:45 |
| 22541 | BSBS-ANVT GARIBRATH EXP. | Thu, Sun | BSBS 19:20 | ANVT 09:30 |
| 22542 | ANVT-BSBS GARIBRATH EXP. | Mon, Fri | ANVT 18:15 | BSBS 08:10 |
| 12203 | SHC-ASR GARIB RATH EX | Mon, Thu, Sun | SHC 14:30 | ASR 22:05 |
| 12204 | ASR-SHC GARIB RATH | Wed, Sat, Sun | ASR 04:00 | SHC 11:20 |
| 12207 | JAT GARIB RATH | Tue | KGM 18:15 | JAT 09:15 |
| 12208 | KGM GARIBRATH- | Sun | JAT 23:20 | KGM 13:35 |
| 12209 | KGM GARIBRATH | Tue | CNB 06:10 | KGM 15:55 |
| 12210 | CNB GARIBRATH | Mon | KGM 18:15 | CNB 04:35 |
| 12211 | ANVT GARIBRATH | Fri | MFP 15:15 | ANVT 12:25 |
| 12212 | MFP GARIBRATH | Wed | ANVT 20:55 | MFP 18:10 |
| 12215 | DEE BDTS GARIBRATH | Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | DEE 08:55 | BDTS 07:35 |
| 12216 | BDTS-DEE GARIBRATH | Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | BDTS 12:00 | DEE 11:00 |
| 12435 | JYG -ANVT GRIBRTH EXP | Mon, Fri | JYG 12:10 | ANVT 09:00 |
| 12436 | ANVT-JYG GARIBRTH EXP | Tue, Sat | ANVT 17:20 | JYG 13:50 |
| 22405 | BGP-ANVT GARIB RATH | Tue, Thu, Sat | BGP 13:55 | ANVT 09:00 |
| 22406 | ANVT-BGP GARIB RATH | Mon, Wed, Fri | ANVT 17:20 | BGP 10:55 |
| 22409 | GAYA -ANVT GARIB RATH | Sun | GAYA 19:35 | ANVT 08:50 |
| 22410 | ANVT-GAYA GARIB RATH | Sat | ANVT 20:20 | GAYA 09:35 |
| 12983 | AII CDG G RATH | Tue, Fri, Sun | AII 18:00 | CDG 06:40 |
| 12984 | CDG AII G RATH | Mon, Wed, Sat | CDG 19:45 | AII 08:40 |
| 12735 | SC-YPR GARIB RATH EXP | Wed, Fri, Sun | SC 20:30 | YPR 08:10 |
| 12736 | YPR-SC GARIBRATH EXP | Mon, Thu, Sat | YPR 16:15 | SC 04:25 |
| 12739 | VSKP-SC GARIBRATH EXP | Daily | VSKP 20:40 | SC 08:20 |
| 12740 | SC-VSKP GARIBRATH EXP | Daily | SC 20:30 | VSKP 07:40 |
| 12877 | RNC-NDLS GARIBRATH EXP | Mon, Tue, Fri | RNC 16:25 | NDLS 11:10 |
| 12878 | NDLS-RNC GARIBRATH EXP | Tue, Thu, Sun | NDLS 16:10 | RNC 11:20 |
| 12201 | LTT-KCVL GARIB RATH EXP | Mon, Fri | LTT 16:45 | KCVL 20:25 |
| 12202 | KCVL-LTT GARIB RATH EXP | Thu, Sun | KCVL 09:10 | LTT 11:45 |
| 12611 | MAS-NZM GARIB RATH EXP | Sat | MAS 06:00 | NZM 10:30 |
| 12612 | NZM-MAS GARIB RATH SF EXP | Mon | NZM 15:35 | MAS 21:00 |
| 12257 | YPR-KCVL GARIBRATH EXP | Tue, Thu, Sun | YPR 20:45 | KCVL 13:20 |
| 12258 | KCVL-YPR GARIBRATH EXP | Mon, Wed, Fri | KCVL 17:00 | YPR 09:30 |
| 12187 | MUMBAI GARIBRATH | Mon, Wed, Sat | JBP 19:50 | CSMT 12:20 |
| 12188 | JBP GARIB RATH | Tue, Thu, Sun | CSMT 13:30 | JBP 05:00 |
| 12909 | BDTS – NZM GARIBRATH | Tue, Thu, Sat | BDTS 17:30 | NZM 10:15 |
| 12910 | BDTS GARIB RATH | Wed, Fri, Sun | NZM 16:30 | BDTS 09:15 |
