Archive · 9 Jun 2025
Namo Metro Could Extend Service to Buxar via Ara
The East Central Railway proposed extending the Namo Metro train to Buxar, passing through Ara.
This train, currently running between Jaynagar and Patna, has a metro-style design and can reach 120 km/h.
The proposal aims to make use of the train's idle time at Patna Junction and improve travel for passengers.
If approved, people from Buxar and Ara will get a direct route to Jaynagar.
The current route offers sleeper class fares for Patna-Jaynagar at Rs 340 and general class fares at Rs 85.
The proposed extension's fare hasn't been announced yet.
A proposal to extend the Namo Metro to Buxar via Ara has been submitted to the Railway Board.
The Namo Metro currently runs between Jaynagar and Patna.
The train features a metro-style design and can reach speeds up to 120 km/h.
If approved, the extended route will serve passengers from Ara and Buxar.
The fare for the extended route has not yet been determined.
- Who
- East Central Railway and Railway Board
- What
- A proposal to extend the Namo Metro to Buxar via Ara.
- When
- June 2025 (proposal submitted)
- Where
- Bihar, India
- Why
- To enhance passenger convenience and provide direct routes.
- Train Name
- Namo Metro / Namo Bharat Express
- Proposed Route
- Jaynagar - Patna - Ara - Buxar
- Current Route
- Jaynagar - Patna
- Maximum Speed
- 120 km/h
- Key Features
- Metro-style design, automatic door locking, charging points
- Patna - Jaynagar Sleeper Fare
- Rs 340
- Patna - Jaynagar General Fare
- Rs 85