All About IRCTC's Single Ticket Circular Journey: What You Need to Know
Every day, Indian Railways assists millions of travellers in reaching their destinations. Yet, many passengers are unaware of the various services provided by the railways to enhance their journeys.
One such service is the Circular Journey Ticket, a lesser-known and under-utilized offering by IRCTC. This ticket is meant for journeys that start and end at the same station but involve routes different from the regular ones. According to the Indian Railways' official website, www.indianrail.gov.in, Circular Journey Tickets offer 'telescopic rates,' which are significantly cheaper than standard point-to-point fares. These tickets are available for all travel classes.
For instance, if you opt for a Circular Journey Ticket from New Delhi to Kanyakumari via Northern Railway, your journey will commence and conclude at New Delhi. Your route will take you through Mathura, Mumbai Central, Marmagoa, Bangalore City, Mysore, Bangalore City again, Udagamandalam, and Thiruvananthapuram Central, before returning to New Delhi. This circular ticket, valid for 56 days, covers a distance of 7,550 kilometres.
Key Details to Note: The ticket encompasses all stations on the specified route, It saves you time and effort, The journey includes 8 stations. Your starting and ending station will be the same.
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