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Abuja–Kaduna train: NRC reopens online ticket sales

 

Abuja–Kaduna train: NRC reopens online ticket sales

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced the resumption of passenger operations on the Abuja–Kaduna Train Service (AKTS), set to recommence on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.

In preparation for the restart, the corporation said it had reopened its online ticketing platform, allowing passengers to book their tickets in advance at https://nrc.tps.ng.

It said that tickets could also be purchased at designated train stations along the route.

This is contained in a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by the Chief Public Relations Officer at the NRC, Mr Callistus Unyimadu.

As part of ongoing efforts to enhance service delivery, the NRC said it had reviewed and “reduced journey times following an adjustment of the Temporary Speed Restriction (TSR) in place during previous operations”.

New train schedule

It gave the new train schedule as follows:

Abuja to Kaduna

  • Idu Departure: 8:45 AM
  • Kubwa Stop: 9:10 AM
  • Arrival at Rigasa: 11:47 AM

Kaduna to Abuja

  • Rigasa Departure: 2:30 PM
  • Kubwa Stop: 5:12 PM
  • Arrival at Idu: 5:32 PM

The NRC expressed gratitude to its passengers for their patience and understanding during the suspension period and reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring safety, comfort, and customer satisfaction on all its services.

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