To accommodate the surge in passengers during the Diwali season, special trains have been introduced between Bengaluru and Kerala, offering much-needed relief for festive travelers. Running on select dates, these trains will help ease travel congestion and provide a comfortable journey during the holidays.
Train 1: Hubballi – Bengaluru – Kollam Special (07313)
- Departure: October 26, 3:15 PM from Hubballi
- Key Stops: Bengaluru SMVT, Tumakuru, Ranibennur, Haveri, major stations in Tamil Nadu, and several Kerala stops
- Arrival: October 27, 5:10 PM at Kollam
Return Journey (07314):
- Departure: October 27, 8:30 PM from Kollam
- Arrival: October 28, 11:30 AM at Bengaluru SMVT, reaching Hubballi later in the day.
Train 2: Yesvantpur – Kottayam Special (06215)
- Departure: October 29, 6:30 PM from Yesvantpur (Bengaluru)
- Key Stops: KR Puram, Whitefield, Bangarapet, Salem, Coimbatore, Palakkad, Thrissur, Ernakulam Town
- Arrival: October 30, 8:10 AM at Kottayam
Return Journey (06216):
- Departure: October 30, 11:10 AM from Kottayam
- Arrival: October 31, 1:15 AM at Yesvantpur (Bengaluru)
These Diwali special trains aim to make travel easier between Karnataka and Kerala, providing a smoother and hassle-free experience for passengers during the festive rush.