Taj Express Terminal Shifted from New Delhi to Hazrat Nizamuddin from November 1
Under the new arrangement, both trains will operate to and from Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station instead of New Delhi railway station. The change is intended to modify the trains’ terminal arrangements, and passengers are advised to check the revised timings before travelling.
According to the notification issued by the Railways, the revised schedule will apply to the respective train journeys commencing from November 1, 2026.
Revised Schedule of Taj Express Trains
The key changes in terminal stations and timings are listed below.
| Train No. | Train route | Revised arrangement | Effective date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12280 | New Delhi–Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi Taj Express | Terminal shifted from New Delhi to Hazrat Nizamuddin | November 1, 2026 |
| 12279 | Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi–New Delhi Taj Express | Terminal shifted from New Delhi to Hazrat Nizamuddin | November 1, 2026 |
Revised Timings of Train No. 12280
Train number 12280, the Taj Express travelling from Delhi towards Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi Junction, will have its revised terminal at Hazrat Nizamuddin.
| Station | Station code | Existing arrival | Existing departure | Revised departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | NDLS | — | 06:55 | No longer the terminal |
| Hazrat Nizamuddin | NZM | 07:06 | 07:08 | 07:05 |
The revised notification lists 07:05 AM as the departure time from Hazrat Nizamuddin for train number 12280. Passengers should verify the complete updated timetable before boarding.
Revised Timings of Train No. 12279
Train number 12279, operating from Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi Junction towards Delhi, will also terminate at Hazrat Nizamuddin instead of New Delhi.
| Station | Station code | Existing arrival | Existing departure | Revised arrival |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazrat Nizamuddin | NZM | 21:05 | 21:07 | 21:25 |
| New Delhi | NDLS | 21:35 | — | No longer the terminal |
As per the notification, the revised arrival time at Hazrat Nizamuddin for train number 12279 will be 9:25 PM.
Passengers Advised to Check Updated Timetable
The change is important for daily commuters and passengers travelling between Delhi and the Jhansi region. Travellers who previously planned to board or disembark at New Delhi railway station should take note of the revised terminal arrangements and plan their journeys accordingly.
Passengers are advised to confirm the latest train schedule and operational details through the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) or by calling the Indian Railways helpline 139.
