Archive · 19 Jun 2025
Bengaluru to Rishikesh: First Direct Train Service Launches June 19
The Indian Railways is starting a new train that goes directly from Bengaluru to Rishikesh!
This means it's easier to travel between south and north India.
The train is called the Yeshwantpur–Rishikesh Express Special.
It starts in Bengaluru on June 19, 26, and July 3.
The train arrives in Rishikesh the next day.
The return trip starts in Rishikesh on June 21, 28, and July 5.
You can choose different types of seats, and there will be food available.
Tickets can be bought online or at railway stations.
Indian Railways will launch a direct train service from Bengaluru to Rishikesh starting June 19.
The train, Yeshwantpur–Rishikesh Express Special (06597/06598), will improve connectivity between north and south India.
The train will depart Bengaluru on June 19, June 26, and July 3, arriving in Rishikesh the next day.
Return services from Rishikesh will be on June 21, June 28, and July 5, reaching Bengaluru the following evening.
Tickets are available on the Indian Railways website and reservation counters, with various accommodation classes.
- Who
- Indian Railways is providing the service for pilgrims, tourists.
- What
- The launch of a direct train service connecting Bengaluru and Rishikesh.
- When
- Starting June 19, with specific departure and arrival dates.
- Where
- Between Bengaluru and Rishikesh, with stops in several cities.
- Why
- To improve connectivity between southern and northern India, and boost tourism to Rishikesh.
- Train Name
- Yeshwantpur–Rishikesh Express Special (06597/06598)
- Departure Dates from Bengaluru
- June 19, June 26, and July 3
- Arrival Dates in Rishikesh
- The day after departure
- Departure Dates from Rishikesh
- June 21, June 28, and July 5
- Arrival Dates in Bengaluru
- The following evening of departure from Rishikesh
- Key Stops
- Hyderabad, Nagpur, Bhopal, Agra, Delhi, Haridwar
- Ticket Availability
- Indian Railways website and reservation counters