Special train between Bhubaneswar – New Delhi
Special train between Bhubaneswar – New Delhi
Special train between Bhubaneswar-New Delhi (Train No. 02209 / 02210) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, East Coast Railway special train between Bhubaneswar – New Delhi
Train No. 02209 Bhubaneswar – New Delhi special train
Train No. 02209 Bhubaneswar – New Delhi Special train will leave from (Every Wed) Bhubaneswar at 07.40 hrs & will reach New Delhi at 06.25 hrs and train running time between the station 22h and 45minutes.
Train No. 02210 New Delhi-Bhubaneswar special train
Similarly, Train No. 02210 New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Special train will leave from (Every Tues) New Delhi at 12.55 hrs & will reach Bhubaneswar at 11.15 hrs and train running time between the station 33h and 10 minutes.
Bhubaneswar – New Delhi Distance between the station is 1725 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 02209 from Bhubaneswar – New Delhi special train will commence from 21-10-2025
Train No: 02210 from New Delhi – Bhubaneswar special train will commence from 22-10-2025
Here’s the latest verified information on special/festival trains and regular trains running between Bhubaneswar (BBS) and New Delhi (NDLS):
Contents
🚆 1. Seasonal Special Train — Not Available in 2025
- There is no confirmed special‑fare train (with train numbers in the 0xxxx series) between Bhubaneswar and New Delhi currently scheduled for 2025.
- Some prior special runs may have existed, but none are active or announced yet. Typically, these services run only during surge periods, have limited reservations, no pantry, and are subject to lengthy delays.
🚄 2. Regular Premium Superfast Services
12281 / 12282 – Bhubaneswar–New Delhi Duronto Express
- 12281 (BBS → NDLS) departs every Wednesday at ~08:00, arriving New Delhi at ~06:25 the next morning (~22 h 25 m over ~1,724 km).
- 12282 (NDLS → BBS) departs Thursdays at ~12:55 and arrives Bhubaneswar by ~10:45 next day.
- Classes: AC First, 2AC, 3AC, Sleeper; includes a pantry coach and operates at the highest rail priority using LHB coaches.
22811 / 22812 / 20817 etc. – Bhubaneswar–New Delhi Tejas Rajdhani Express
- Operates across three different routes with varying frequencies (1–4 times a week):
- 22811/12 (via Adra) on Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays (~23 h 15 m)
- 20817/18 (via Sambalpur City) weekly (~26 h 40 m)
- Another via Tatanagar (22823/24) weekly (~24 h 25 m)
- Offers AC First, 2AC, 3AC suites, in Tejas Rajdhani LHB rakes, includes onboard catering and premium amenities.
12819 / 12820 – Odisha Sampark Kranti Express
- Operates bi-weekly between Bhubaneswar and Anand Vihar Terminal (Delhi) (~27 h 55 m).
- Classes include AC, Sleeper, General; pantry and reserved seating available, with average speed around 65 km/h.
📋 Comparison Table
| Train No. | Service Type | Frequency | Travel Time | Classes | Pantry/Catering |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (No specials) | Festival Special (None 2025) | Not active | — | — | — |
| 12281/82 | Duronto Express | Weekly | ~22 h 25 m | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL | ✅ Pantry |
| 22811/12, etc. | Tejas Rajdhani Express | 1–4×/week | ~23–26 h | 1A, 2A, 3A | ✅ Catering, premium |
| 12819/20 | Sampark Kranti Express | Bi-weekly | ~27 h 55 m | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, General | ✅ Pantry & e‑catering |
✅ Recommendations
- Prefer the Duronto (12281/82) if you want the fastest, most reliable weekly AC+Sleeper service with meals included.
- Choose one of the Tejas Rajdhani variations (22811/12, 20817/18, 22823/24) for premium travel, better comfort, and higher frequency across different routes.
- Sampark Kranti (12819/20) is a good reserved alternative with a broader mix of classes and regular availability.
- No special trains are scheduled in the 2025 festival season yet; if announced, these may run on general quotas only, with no guarantee of lateness or minimal amenities. Avoid relying on them unless confirmed.
Would you like help checking seat availability or fares for any of these trains on your travel dates? Or shall I keep an eye out for any potential special train announcements later this year?