Rajkot–Veraval Passenger
{{short description|Train in India}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=January 2019}}
{{Use Indian English|date=January 2019}}
{{Infobox rail service
| name = Rajkot–Veraval Passenger
| type = Passenger
| locale =
| first =
| last =
| operator = Western Railway
| ridership =
| start = {{stnlnk|Rajkot Junction}} (RJT)
| stops = 19
| end = {{stnlnk|Veraval Junction}} (VRL)
| distance = {{convert|185|km|0|abbr=on}}
| journeytime = 4h 25m
| frequency = Daily {{efn|Runs seven days in a week for every direction.}}
| class = Unreserved
| seating = Yes
| sleeping = No
| autorack =
| catering = No
| observation = ICF coach
| entertainment = No
| baggage = No
| other facilities= Below the seats
| stock = 2
| gauge = {{track gauge|1676mm|al=on|allk=on}}
| el =
| train number = 59423/59424
| speed = {{convert|42|km/h|abbr=on}} average with halts
| map = File:(Somnath - Rajkot) Passenger (Veraval - Rajkot) Express route map.png
| map_state =
}}
The Rajkot–Veraval Passenger is a Passenger train belonging to Western Railway zone that runs between {{stnlnk|Rajkot Junction}} and {{stnlnk|Veraval Junction}}. It is currently being operated with 59423/59424 train numbers on a daily basis.[http://wr.indianrailways.gov.in/view_detail.jsp?lang=0&id=0,4,268&dcd=2792&did=14404188090328F7FCA7D89EC94A54F875E7B4170C8F6.web103 Due to repercussion of heavy rains in Ahmedabad Division, some trains are cancelled/partially cancelled & diverted][http://wr.indianrailways.gov.in/view_detail.jsp?lang=0&dcd=2792&id=0,4,268 Due to repercussion of heavy rains in Ahmedabad Division, some trains are cancelled/partially cancelled & diverted][http://www.wr.indianrailways.gov.in/view_detail.jsp?lang=0&dcd=2782&id=0,4,268 Due to repercussion of heavy rains in Ahmedabad Division][http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/rajkot/Rajkot-Somnath-train-cancelled-other-trains-will-run-late/articleshow/34166075.cms Rajkot-Somnath train cancelled, other trains will run late][http://www.wr.indianrailways.gov.in/view_detail.jsp?lang=0&id=0,4,268&dcd=2918&did=1446208631975F92A1C190E1EC5026621ECF8B80E3514.web91 EXTRA COACHES ATTACHED IN 23 PAIRS OF TRAINS]
Average speed and frequency
- The 59423/Rajkot–Veraval Passenger runs with an average speed of 42 km/h and covers 185 km in 4h 25m.
- The 59424/Veraval–Rajkot Passenger runs with an average speed of 40 km/h and completes 185 km in 4h 50m.
Route and halts
The important halts of the train are:
- {{stnlnk|Rajkot Junction}}
- {{stnlnk|Bhaktinagar}}
- {{stnlnk|Jetalsar Junction}}
- {{stnlnk|Junagadh Junction}}
- {{stnlnk|Keshod}}
- {{stnlnk|Chorvad Road}}
- {{stnlnk|Veraval Junction}}
Coach composition
The train has standard ICF rakes with a maximum speed of 110 km/h. The train consists of 11 coaches:
- 9 General Unreserved
- 2 Seating cum Luggage Rake
Traction
Both trains are hauled by a Ratlam Loco Shed-based WDM-3A diesel locomotive from Rajkot to Veraval and vice versa.
Rake sharing
The train shares its rake with 59421/59422 Rajkot–Somnath Passenger and 19569/19570 Rajkot–Veraval Express.
See also
Notes
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References
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External links
- [https://indiarailinfo.com/train/5210 59424/Veraval–Rajkot Passenger] India Rail Info
- [https://indiarailinfo.com/train/5348 59421/Rajkot–Veraval Passenger] India Rail Info
{{Railways in Western India}}
{{Western Railway}}
{{DEFAULTSORT:Rajkot - Veraval Passenger}}
Category:Rail transport in Gujarat
Category:Slow and fast passenger trains in India
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