SCR Special Trains for Sankranti Travel Rush
🚆 Why SCR Is Adding More Special TrainsSouth Central Railway has announced three additional special train services between Hyderabad (Charlapalli) and Anakapalle in Andhra Pradesh to manage the heavy passenger rush ahead of the Makar sankranti festival. The festive travel period — especially in january — sees millions of people heading home, so railways expand services to ease crowding and reduce waitlists.SCR has been stepping up capacity with a broader festival plan that includes around 170 special trains on key routes and 130 others passing through Andhra Pradesh — all to handle the holiday travel surge.📍 The Three New Special Trains — Routes & TimingsThese extra trains are specifically scheduled between Charlapalli (near Hyderabad) and Anakapalle on select january dates:🛤️ Train DetailsTrain No. 07479 — anakapalle → Charlapalli
• Departure: 10:30 PM, 18 Jan 2026
• Arrival: ~11:30 AM next day (19 Jan)Train No. 07477 — Charlapalli → Anakapalle
• Departure: 12:40 AM, 19 Jan 2026
• Arrival: ~9:00 PM same day (19 Jan)Train No. 07478 — anakapalle → Charlapalli
• Departure: 10:30 PM, 19 Jan 2026
• Arrival: ~11:30 AM next day (20 Jan)✔ These services are timed to coincide with peak days when travel is at its highest as families head home or return after sankranti celebrations.🗺️ Route & Stoppage InfoThe newly added trains traverse key stations along the Hyderabad–Coastal Andhra corridor, a busy travel axis for festival traffic. Typical stops on these special services include:• Nalgonda
• Miryalaguda
• Sattenapalli
• Guntur
• Vijayawada
• Gudivada / Kaikalur / bhimavaram Town
• Tanuku / rajahmundry / annavaram / tuni / Elamanchili → before reaching Anakapalle / Charlapalli stations.These stops serve major towns and junctions that are high‑demand pickup points for Swarajya and interstate travellers.🎯 What This Means for Passengers📌 More Travel Options
If you plan to travel during the sankranti period, book as soon as reservations open since special trains fill up fast.✔ Check Timetables:
Timings noted above are specific journeys — always verify before departure as special train schedules can change slightly based on operational needs.✔ Be Ready for Busy Stations:
With extra trains and rail traffic, major stations may be crowded; arrive early and plan local transport accordingly. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.
• Departure: 10:30 PM, 18 Jan 2026
• Arrival: ~11:30 AM next day (19 Jan)Train No. 07477 — Charlapalli → Anakapalle
• Departure: 12:40 AM, 19 Jan 2026
• Arrival: ~9:00 PM same day (19 Jan)Train No. 07478 — anakapalle → Charlapalli
• Departure: 10:30 PM, 19 Jan 2026
• Arrival: ~11:30 AM next day (20 Jan)✔ These services are timed to coincide with peak days when travel is at its highest as families head home or return after sankranti celebrations.🗺️ Route & Stoppage InfoThe newly added trains traverse key stations along the Hyderabad–Coastal Andhra corridor, a busy travel axis for festival traffic. Typical stops on these special services include:• Nalgonda
• Miryalaguda
• Sattenapalli
• Guntur
• Vijayawada
• Gudivada / Kaikalur / bhimavaram Town
• Tanuku / rajahmundry / annavaram / tuni / Elamanchili → before reaching Anakapalle / Charlapalli stations.These stops serve major towns and junctions that are high‑demand pickup points for Swarajya and interstate travellers.🎯 What This Means for Passengers📌 More Travel Options
- These services reduce waitlisted tickets on regular trains during a peak period.
- They offer alternative overnight connections between hyderabad and coastal andhra pradesh — useful for families and workers travelling home.
- SCR’s broader festive plan aims to manage overcrowding at major stations like Secunderabad and Cherlapalli by spreading demand over multiple special trains.
- This includes trains already announced between Hyderabad and Vijayawada and others on routes like Sirpur Kagazhnagar or Visakhapatnam.
If you plan to travel during the sankranti period, book as soon as reservations open since special trains fill up fast.✔ Check Timetables:
Timings noted above are specific journeys — always verify before departure as special train schedules can change slightly based on operational needs.✔ Be Ready for Busy Stations:
With extra trains and rail traffic, major stations may be crowded; arrive early and plan local transport accordingly. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.