Nagpur Madgaon Ganpati Special Train 2026: Full Schedule, Timings and All Halts
Great news for Nagpur residents travelling to Konkan and Goa for Ganesh festival this year. Central Railway has announced special trains on the Madgaon-Nagpur route for Ganeshotsav 2026. Furthermore, Konkan Railway is coordinating these additional services. As a result, passengers travelling between Vidarbha and the Konkan coast will get much-needed relief during the festive rush.
Train number 01140 Madgaon-Nagpur Special and Train number 01139 Nagpur-Madgaon Special will run on multiple dates from August 18 onwards. Moreover, six additional trips have been planned specifically for the Ganeshotsav peak period in September. Therefore, passengers travelling both to Konkan and returning to Nagpur have multiple options available.
Train 01140 Madgaon to Nagpur — Full Schedule
Train 01140 departs from Madgaon every Tuesday at 7:00 PM. Furthermore, it arrives at Nagpur the next day at 9:25 PM. The journey covers the full Konkan coast before heading into Maharashtra’s heartland.
Running dates from Madgaon:
- Tuesday, August 18, 2026
- Tuesday, August 25, 2026
- Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Ganeshotsav additional trips from Madgaon:
- Tuesday, September 8, 2026
- Tuesday, September 15, 2026
- Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Therefore, passengers returning from Goa and Konkan to Nagpur have six trips available across August and September.
Train 01139 Nagpur to Madgaon — Full Schedule
Train 01139 departs from Nagpur every Wednesday at 11:45 PM. Furthermore, it arrives at Madgaon on Friday morning at 5:30 AM. This overnight service allows passengers to sleep through most of the journey.
Running dates from Nagpur:
- Wednesday, August 19, 2026
- Wednesday, August 26, 2026
- Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Ganeshotsav additional trips from Nagpur:
- Wednesday, September 9, 2026
- Wednesday, September 16, 2026
- Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Moreover, the September trips are specifically planned for passengers who want to reach Konkan for the main Ganeshotsav celebrations and then return after the festival.
Quick Reference — All Dates at a Glance
| Train | Route | Departure | Arrival | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01140 | Madgaon → Nagpur | 7:00 PM Tue | 9:25 PM Wed | Aug 18, 25, Sep 1, 8, 15, 22 |
| 01139 | Nagpur → Madgaon | 11:45 PM Wed | 5:30 AM Fri | Aug 19, 26, Sep 2, 9, 16, 23 |
Coach Composition — 19 Coaches Total
Each special train has 19 coaches. Furthermore, the composition covers all passenger categories. Here is the full breakdown.
- Sleeper Class: 8 coaches
- General Second Class: 6 coaches
- AC 3-Tier: 3 coaches
- SLR/D (Guard and Luggage): 2 coaches
Therefore, passengers in all budget categories can travel comfortably. Moreover, the 8 sleeper coaches and 3 AC 3-tier coaches provide sufficient berth capacity for the expected demand.
All Halting Stations — Madgaon to Nagpur
The Madgaon-Nagpur special train stops at all major stations along the Konkan and Central Railway route. Here is the complete list of halts.
Starting from Madgaon, the train stops at Karmalee, Thivim, Sawantwadi Road, Kudal, Kankavali, Vaibhavwadi Road, Rajapur Road, Ratnagiri, Sangameshwar Road, Chiplun, Khed, Panvel, Kalyan, Igatpuri, Nashik Road, Bhusawal, Malkapur, Akola, Badnera, Dhamangaon, Pulgaon and Wardha before arriving at Nagpur.
Furthermore, these halts cover the major towns and junctions across the entire Konkan coast and Central Maharashtra. As a result, passengers from Ratnagiri, Chiplun, Sawantwadi and other Konkan towns can board directly for Nagpur.
Why These Trains Matter for Nagpur-Konkan Travellers
Every year, thousands of Nagpur residents travel to Goa and the Konkan coast for Ganeshotsav. Furthermore, Vidarbha has a large community with roots in Konkan — families who return to their ancestral villages every year for the festival.
Regular trains on the Nagpur-Madgaon route fill up weeks in advance during this period. Moreover, waitlisted tickets often do not confirm even close to the travel date. Therefore, these special trains provide guaranteed confirmed berths for passengers who plan ahead.
However, even these special trains are expected to book up quickly. As a result, passengers should book as soon as possible after bookings open. Moreover, the six Ganeshotsav-specific trips in September are particularly likely to fill fast.
How to Book These Trains
Bookings for both Train 01139 and Train 01140 are available through the standard Indian Railways reservation system. Furthermore, tickets can be booked at any computerised reservation counter at Nagpur Railway Station or Ajni Station.
Advance Reservation Period (ARP) for special trains is typically 60 days from the date of journey. Therefore, bookings for August 18 departures should already be open. Moreover, the mParivahan and IRCTC platforms allow you to track seat availability in real time before booking.
In addition, the General Second Class coaches do not require advance reservation. However, for Sleeper and AC coaches, advance booking is strongly recommended given the Ganeshotsav rush.
What This Means for Vidarbha’s Konkan Connection
The Nagpur-Madgaon route is one of the most emotionally significant rail corridors in Maharashtra. Furthermore, it connects two of the state’s most distinct regions — Vidarbha’s heartland and the Konkan coast.
Many families in Nagpur and surrounding Vidarbha districts trace their roots to Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg and Goa. Moreover, the Ganeshotsav homecoming is one of the most important annual journeys they make. Therefore, Central Railway’s decision to run six additional special trips on this route is a practical recognition of this deep cultural connection.
