Lakhs of pilgrims in Rajasthan, especially from the Shekhawati region, have reason to celebrate. The North Western Railway has extended the operation of the Tirupati–Hisar Weekly Special Train, making travel to the sacred Tirupati Balaji Temple more convenient this December.

According to Captain Shashi Kiran, CPRO of North Western Railway, the extension ensures that devotees no longer need to change multiple trains to reach Tirupati. The direct service will save both time and money while offering a smooth pilgrimage experience.

Extended Schedule: When Will the Tirupati–Hisar Special Train Run?

Train No. 07717 — Tirupati to Hisar

Runs on Wednesdays
From 3 December to 24 December
Total: 4 trips

Train No. 07718 — Hisar to Tirupati

Runs on Sundays
From 7 December to 28 December
Total: 4 trips

Coach Composition

First Two Weeks of December

• 22 coaches, including:
• 12 Third AC
• 8 Second Sleeper
• 2 Power Cars

Last Two Weeks of December

• 18 coaches, including:
• 12 Third AC
• 4 Second Sleeper
• 2 Power Cars

The variation in coach composition reflects the anticipated passenger load during peak travel weeks.

Complete List of 54 Stations

The train begins from Hisar and after halts at Sadulpur (Rajasthan) and Loharu (Haryana), it re-enters Rajasthan and stops at:

Chirawa, Jhunjhunu, Nawalgarh, Sikar, Ringus, Phulera, Kishangarh, Ajmer, Nasirabad, Bijaynagar, Bhilwara, Chittorgarh

It then proceeds into Madhya Pradesh and further south, halting at:

Neemuch, Mandsaur, Ratlam Junction, Vadodara, Udhna, Nandurbar, Amalner, Dharangaon, Jalgaon, Bhusaval, Malkapur, Shegaon, Akola, Washim, Hingoli Deccan, Basmat, Purna Hazur Sahib, Nanded, Mudkhed, Dharmabad, Basar, Nizamabad, Kamareddy, Medchal, Malkajgiri, Kacheguda, Jadcherla, Mahabubnagar, Gadwal, Kurnool City, Dhone, Guntakal, Gooty, Tadipatri, Yerraguntla, Kadapa, Rajampet, Renigunta

The final stop is Tirupati.

(Note: These halts are based on the latest available data. For real-time updates, passengers should check the IRCTC app or website.)

2871 km Journey Completed in 3–4 Days

The weekly special covers a total distance of 2871 km.

• 07717 (Tirupati–Hisar): ~62 hours 20 minutes
• 07718 (Hisar–Tirupati): ~60 hours 15 minutes

Both trains halt at 54 stations, including origin and destination.

Bonus Good News: Khathipura Gets New Train Halt

In a separate announcement, the Railways has approved a halt for the Prayagraj–Lalgarh Tri-Weekly Superfast Express at Khathipura station.
This facility is available from 26 November onwards, offering significant convenience to Jaipur residents.