AC Special train between Kamakhya-Yesvantpur
AC Special train between Kamakhya-Yesvantpur
AC Special train between Kamakhya-Yesvantpur (Train No. 02252 / 02251 ) time table, route, frequency and fare
Kamakhya-Yesvantpur-Kamakhya Weekly AC Special Trains:
Train No. 02252 Kamakhya-Yesvantpur Weekly Special Train will depart Kamakhya at 14.00 hrs on every Wednesday with effect from 14th October, 2025 and arrive Yesvantpur at 18.25 hrs on the second day.
In the return direction, Train No. 02551 Yesvantpur-Kamakhya Weekly Special Train will depart Yesvantpur at 08.30 hrs on every Saturday with effect from 17th October, 2025 and arrive Kamakhya at 14.00 hrs on the second day.
Enroute, these special trains will stop at Rangiya, New Bongaigaon, New Alipurduar, New Coochbehar, New Jalpaiguri, Kishanganj, Barsoi, Malda Town, Rampurhat, Durgapur, Asansol, Adra, Bankura, Midnapore, Hijili, Balasore, Cuttack, Bhubaneswar, Khurda Rd, Berhampur, Vizianagaram, Samalkot, Vijayawada, Gudur, Chennai Central, Katpadi and Jolarpettai stations in both the directions.
These special trains will consist of AC First Class, II Tier AC, III Tier AC Coaches.
Here’s the most reliable and up-to-date information on AC special trains—and their regular alternatives—between Kamakhya (KYQ, Guwahati) and Yesvantpur Junction (YPR, Bengaluru):
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🚂 1. Seasonal AC Special-Fare Train — Train 02552 / 02551 Kamakhya–Yesvantpur AC Express (Special Fare)
- Operated as an AC special-fare train labeled 02552 / 02551.
- Features AC 1A, AC 2A, AC 3A coaches; Pantry car included, with onboard catering—but booked under Tatkal/general categories only.
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“Special trains… low priority… expect long delays… no pantry…”
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🚄 2. Regular AC Superfast Express — Train 12552 / 12551 Kamakhya–SMVT Bengaluru AC Express
- 12552 (Kamakhya → Bengaluru)
- Departs Kamakhya at ~14:00, arrives Bengaluru ~18:25 (~52 h 25 m over ~3,025 km at an average 57.7 km/h).
- Features full AC 1A, 2A, 3A, with pantry car, e‑catering, and LHB rake.
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- 12551 (Bengaluru → Kamakhya) is the reverse leg covering similar time.
This permanent, high-priority service is the best option for AC travelers between these cities.
🧭 At-a-Glance Comparison
| Train No. | Service Type | Frequency | Journey Time | Classes | Pantry/Catering | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02552/51 | Special AC-fare (seasonal) | Festival only | ~52 h 20–25 m | AC 1A, 2A, 3A | ✅ Pantry present | No longer scheduled; unreliable |
| 12552/51 | Regular AC Superfast | Weekly | ~52 h 25 m | AC 1A, 2A, 3A | ✅ Pantry + e‑catering | Reserved, LHB, high priority, reliable |
✅ Recommendation
- Prefer Train 12552 / 12551 Kamakhya–Bengaluru AC Express for a stable, comfortable, reserved-class journey with onboard catering and better punctuality.
- Only consider Train 02552 / 02551 if it’s officially reactivated during a festival or surge period—and you’re comfortable with the risk of delays and limited access.
- Booking opens ~60 days before departure on IRCTC; special trains (if activated) offer limited quotas and high fare.
Would you like me to check seat availability or fare estimates for 12552/51 on a specific travel date? Or monitor for any future announcements if 02552/51 is reinstated later in 2025?