Janakpur Dham-Ayodhya Train: Indian Railways approves weekly service between Nepal and Ayodhya Cantt
Indian Railways on 14 November 2026 approved a new weekly train service between Janakpur Dham in Nepal and Ayodhya Cantt in Uttar Pradesh. The train will pass through several towns in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh and give pilgrims and other travellers another cross-border option.
What this means for you
If you are planning to visit Ayodhya or Janakpur Dham, or travel across the Bihar-Nepal border, this train is meant for you. It will run once a week — from Janakpur Dham on Saturday and from Ayodhya Cantt on Monday. The railway has not yet announced a start date, fare or booking details, so keep checking official railway information for tickets.
Key facts
- Weekly train approved between Janakpur Dham (Nepal) and Ayodhya Cantt (Uttar Pradesh)
- Total distance of about 604 km
- Runs from Janakpur Dham on Saturday and from Ayodhya Cantt on Monday
- Stoppages: Jaynagar, Madhubani, Shisho, Sitamarhi, Raxaul, Narkatiaganj, Gorakhpur, Basti, Mankapur and Ayodhya Dham
- Approval announced on 14 November 2026
What has happened
Indian Railways has approved a new weekly train service between Janakpur Dham in Nepal and Ayodhya Cantt in Uttar Pradesh. The announcement was made on 14 November 2026. According to the Ministry of Railways, the step is aimed at strengthening rail connectivity, religious tourism and India-Nepal ties.
Janakpur Dham is believed to be the birthplace of Mata Sita and Ayodhya the birthplace of Lord Shri Ram. Both places are closely linked to the Ramayana tradition. The new train will create a direct rail link between these two religious and cultural centres.
Where the train will stop
The service will cover a distance of about 604 km and pass through several towns and cities in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. Besides the terminal stations, there will be commercial stoppages at Jaynagar, Madhubani, Shisho, Sitamarhi, Raxaul, Narkatiaganj, Gorakhpur, Basti, Mankapur and Ayodhya Dham.
The train will run once a week. It will leave Janakpur Dham on Saturday and Ayodhya Cantt on Monday. The release does not give a start date, fare or booking details.
Who will benefit
According to the railway, the service will make cross-border travel easier for pilgrims, tourists and other passengers. Religious travel between Janakpur and Ayodhya will become more convenient, and Ramayana-related tourism is expected to get a boost. People travelling for study, business or family reasons will also get another option.
Better rail access is expected to create opportunities for tourism operators, hospitality businesses, local traders and traditional artisans. For communities in the border areas of Bihar and Nepal, the service will offer an additional means of passenger transport.
What happens next
The release only announces approval of the service. It does not say when the train will start, how tickets will be booked or what the fare will be. Travellers planning a trip on this route should keep an eye on official railway information such as station notices, IRCTC or official railway pages.
Questions and answers
When will the Janakpur Dham to Ayodhya train run?
The train will run once a week — from Janakpur Dham on Saturday and from Ayodhya Cantt on Monday. The railway has not announced a start date for the service.
How far is Janakpur Dham from Ayodhya?
The train will cover a distance of about 604 km. It will connect Janakpur Dham with Ayodhya Cantt.
Which stations will the train stop at?
There will be commercial stoppages at Jaynagar, Madhubani, Shisho, Sitamarhi, Raxaul, Narkatiaganj, Gorakhpur, Basti, Mankapur and Ayodhya Dham. The terminal stations are Janakpur Dham and Ayodhya Cantt.
What will the fare be and how can I book a ticket?
That information has not been given yet. The release says nothing about the fare, booking or the start date.
Who will benefit from this train?
Pilgrims, tourists and other travellers will find cross-border travel easier. According to the railway, it is also expected to help Ramayana-related tourism, local trade and communities along the border.
Glossary
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Source: PIB, "भारतीय रेलवे ने नेपाल में जनकपुर धाम को भारत में अयोध्या से जोड़ने वाली साप्ताहिक ट्रेन सेवा को मंजूरी दी", 14 November 2026. Read the original notice
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