NRC expands Abuja–Kaduna train services, introduces more trips
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced an increase in the number of train services along the Abuja–Kaduna corridor, citing growing passenger demand.
In a statement on Tuesday by its Chief Public Relations Officer, Callistus Unyimadu, the corporation said the revised timetable will take effect from March 6.
According to the NRC, the additional trips are aimed at providing more travel options for commuters, enhance operational flexibility, and improve service delivery.
Under the new timetable, passengers travelling between Idu and Rigasa will have three trips on Fridays, Sundays, Saturdays, and Mondays, while two trips will operate on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
“Specifically, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the Idu–Rigasa service departs Idu at 8:45 a.m. and returns from Rigasa at 2:30 p.m. On Fridays and Sundays, three trips operate with departures from Idu at 7:45 a.m. and 3:15 p.m., and from Rigasa at 11:30 a.m,” the NRC stated.
“On Saturdays and Mondays, services depart Rigasa at 7:15 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., and from Idu at 11:00 a.m., with all trains making scheduled stops at Kubwa.”
The corporation advised passengers to take note of the revised timetable and plan their journeys accordingly.
It also reaffirmed its commitment to improving capacity, reliability, safety, and overall passenger experience across its rail network.
