AC Special train between Kakinada Town – Lingampalli
AC Special train between Kakinada Town – Lingampalli (Cocanada COVID – 19 AC Special)
Special train between Kakinada Town-Lingampalli (Train No. 02737 / 02738) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train No. 02737 / 02738 Kakinada Port-Lingampalli-Kakinada Port Festival Special Trains:
Train No. 02737 Kakinada Port – Lingampalli festival Special Train Daily (20.10.2025 to 30.11.2025) will depart Kakinada Port at 19.10 hrs and arrive Lingampalli at 06.05 hrs on the next day.
Enroute, these special trains will stop at Kakinada Town, Samalkot, Dwarapudi, Rajahmundry, Kovvur, Nidadavolu, Tadepalligudem, Eluru, Rayanapadu, Khammam, Mahabubabad, Warangal, Kazipet, Jangaon, Aler, Bhongir, Secunderabad and Begumpet stations directions.
In the return direction, Train No. 02738 Lingampalli – Kakinada Port festival Special Train Daily (20.10.2025 to 30.11.2020) will depart Lingampalli at 20.30 hrs and arrive Kakinada Port at 07.20 hrs on the next day.
Enroute, these special trains will stop at Begumpet, Secunderabad, Bhongir, Aler, Jangaon, Kazipet, Warangal, Nekkonda, Mahabubabad, Khammam, Rayanapadu, Eluru, Tadepalligudem, Nidadavolu, Kovvur, Rajahmundry, Dwarapudi, Samalkot and Kakinada Town stations directions.
These special trains will consist of AC First Class, AC II Tier, III Tier AC, Sleeper class and Reserved Second sitting class coaches.
Here’s the most accurate and up-to-date information on the AC‑tagged special‑fare train between Kakinada Town (CCT) and Lingampalli (LPI) in the Hyderabad–Andhra corridor:
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🚂 AC‑Tag Special Superfast: Train No. 02775 / 02776
02775 – Kakinada Town → Lingampalli
- Runs Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
- Departs Kakinada Town at 20:10, reaches Lingampalli at ~07:30 the next morning
- Duration: ~11h 20m over ~608 km with 16 halts (Rajahmundry, Tanuku, Bhimavaram Town, Gudivada, Vijayawada, Warangal, Secunderabad, etc.) turn0search1turn0search0
- Classes: AC First Class (1A), AC 2-tier (2A), AC 3-tier (3A) — fully reserved AC emphasis; no seat/Sleeper. turn0search1turn0search0
02776 – Lingampalli → Kakinada Town
- Operates on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays
- Departs LPI at 19:55, reaches CCT at ~07:15 next morning (~11h 20m)
- Serves exactly the same halts in reverse between Lingampalli and Kakinada Town turn0search2turn0search0
⚠️ What to Expect with Special‑Fare Trains
- These 0-series special trains run on low operational priority—tracked as ad-hoc or demand-based services. Travelers frequently report:
“Special trains run on ‘best-effort’… delayed by 6–12 hours or more.” turn0reddit18turn0reddit20
- They typically operate using older or spare AC coach rakes, lack pantry cars, and often resort to e‑catering only. Amenities and punctuality are unpredictable. turn0search0turn0reddit18
🚄 Regular Alternative Option: 12775 / 12776 – Cocanada AC Superfast Express
- Fully AC regular express service running tri‑weekly (Mon, Wed, Fri from LPI; Sun, Tue, Thu from CCT)
- From CCT at 20:10, arriving LPI by ~07:30 same as special but runs in the registered permanent schedule
- Offers 1A, 2A, 3A, plus Sleeper coaches in modern LHB rake, with pantry and e‑catering available
- More reliable, better priority, and consistent service than the special train. turn0search12
📋 Comparison at a Glance
| Feature | 02775/76 Special | 12775/76 Cocanada AC Express |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency | 3×/week (MWF & TThS) | Tri‑weekly (same days) |
| Duration | ~11h 20m | Same |
| AC Classes | 1A, 2A, 3A (AC-only) | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL |
| Pantry/Catering | ❌ None (e‑catering only) | ✅ Pantry + e‑catering |
| Coach Type & Priority | Low priority, spare/older rake | Modern LHB rake, higher priority |
| Reliability | Low, often delays & cancellations | High, well-scheduled service |
✅ Recommendation
- Unless your travel date falls explicitly on the valid special fare train days, it’s recommended to book the Cocanada AC Express (12775/76).
- It offers modern comfort, fixed schedule, pantry service, and better timing reliability—matching much of the special’s route and timing.
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