Special train between Sahibganj-Patna (Train No 03413/ 03414) time table, route, frequency and fare
Special train between Sahibganj-Patna (Train No 03413/ 03414) time table, route, frequency and fare
Sahibganj-Patna-Sahibganj Exam Special Train
To clear extra rush due to NEET Exam -2025 this Railway will run one Special Train (Train No 03413 / Train No 03414) between Sahibganj and Patna. The train will be fully reserved.
Train No 3413 Sahibganj-Patna Examination Special train leaving Sahibganj at 21:45 hrs on 12/09/2025 will reach Patna Jn at 04:45 hrs on the next day.
Train No 03414 Patna-Sahibganj Examination Special leaving Patna at 20:55 hrs on 13/09/2025 will arrive Sahibganj station at 04:15 hrs. on the next day.
This train will stop at Pirpainti, Shivanarayanpur, Kahalgaon, Sabour, Bhagalpur, Sultanganj, Bariarpur, Jamalpur, Abhaipur. Kajra, Kiul, Berhiya, Mokama, Barh, Bakhtiyarpur, Fatuha, Patna Sahib & Rajendra Nagar stations enroute in both the directions.
Here’s the verified information on the Sahibganj–Patna Exam Special Train (Train No. 03413 / 03414) that ran in September 2025—specifically organized for NEET candidates. These were one-time reserved services and are not part of the current timetable.
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🚆 Overview & Purpose
- Indian Railways operated this service to handle exam-related travel demand, on 12–13 September 2025.
- These trains were fully reserved, with typical coach composition of Sleeper (SL), Third AC (3A), and General/2S where applicable.
🕒 Timetable & Routing
Train No. 03413 — Sahibganj → Patna Jn (Exam Special)
- Departure: 21:45 IST on 12 September 2025 from Sahibganj Junction (SBG)
- Arrival: 04:45 IST on 13 September at Patna Junction (PNBE)
- Journey Duration: ~7 hours, covering approximately 295 km with about 14 scheduled halts such as Bhagalpur, Kiul, etc.
Train No. 03414 — Patna Jn → Sahibganj (Exam Special)
- Departure: 20:55 IST on 13 September 2025 from Patna Junction (PNBE)
- Arrival: 04:15 IST on 14 September at Sahibganj
- Journey Duration: ~7 hours 20 minutes, same distance and similar halts in reverse direction.
📊 Summary Table
| Train No. | Direction | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Distance | Halts | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03413 | Sahibganj → Patna | 21:45 (12 Sep 2025) | 04:45 (13 Sep) | ~7 h | ~295 km | ~14 | Exam‑special, one‑time |
| 03414 | Patna → Sahibganj | 20:55 (13 Sep 2025) | 04:15 (14 Sep) | ~7 h 20 m | ~295 km | ~14 | Return leg |
ℹ️ Important Considerations
- This was a special NEET exam train, operating on specific dates only (12–14 September 2020). It was not a recurring service and does not appear again in schedules or IRCTC booking options.
- No current listing exists for Train Nos. 03413/03414 in 2025.
✅ What Are Your Options Now?
- For regular connectivity, you can book one of the current trains running daily or weekly between Sahibganj and Patna, such as the Brahmaputra Express (15658) which departs Sahibganj at 06:39 and arrives in Patna around 12:40 (~6 h 1 m) with reserved classes available.
- If you need a dedicated reserved service (e.g. during exams or festivals), you may consider filing a demand request to the Eastern Railway or IRCTC with passenger volume justification.
- I can assist with:
- Drafting a formal demand letter
- Checking current train schedules, fares, and seat availability on this route
- Exploring alternative trains in the area
Let me know how you’d like to proceed!