AC Special train between Shalimar – Secunderabad
AC Special train between Shalimar – Secunderabad
AC Special train between Shalimar-Secunderabad (Train No. 02773 / 02774) time table, route, frequency and fare
South Central Railway special train between Shalimar – Secunderabad
For the convenience of passengers, SCR has decided to run special train between Shalimar – Secunderabad
Train No. 02773 Shalimar – Secunderabad special train
Train No. 02773 Shalimar – Secunderabad Special train will leave from (Every Wednesday) Shalimar at 16.05 hrs & will reach Secunderabad at 18.30 hrs and train running time between the station 26h and 25minutes.
Train No. 02774 Secunderabad-Shalimar special train
Similarly, Train No. 02774 Secunderabad-Shalimar Special train will leave from (Every Tuesday) Secunderabad at 05.40 hrs & will reach Shalimar Jn at 09.05 hrs and train running time between the station 27h and 25minutes.
Shalimar – Secunderabad Distance between the station is 1574 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 02773 from Shalimar – Secunderabad special train will commence from 14-10-2025
Train No: 02774 from Secunderabad – Shalimar special train will commence from 13-10-2025
Enroute, these special trains will stop at Warangal, Rayanapadu, Rajahmundry, Samalkot, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram, Srikakulam Rd, Berhampur, Khurda Rd, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Balasore, Kharagpur and Santragachi 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 accurate and up-to-date information about the AC‑tagged special/service train between Shalimar (Kolkata) and Secunderabad (SC):
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🚂 AC Special-Fare Train: 02773 / 02774 – Shalimar ↔ Secunderabad AC SF Special
🔁 Schedule & Route (Weekly)
- 02773 (Shalimar → Secunderabad)
- Runs every Wednesday
- Departs Kolkata Shalimar at 16:10, arrives Secunderabad at 18:00 next day
- Total journey: ~25 h 50 min over ~1,576 km with 16 stops, average speed ~61 km/h turn0search0turn0search1
- 02774 (Secunderabad → Shalimar)
- Runs every Tuesday
- Departs 03:55, arrives Shalimar at 06:50 next morning (~26 h 55 min) turn0search4turn0search8
🚆 Classes & Composition
- AC First Class (1A), AC 2-tier (2A), AC 3-tier (3A); no sleeper or general coaches
- Operates using COVID‑reserved or special AC rake provided by South Central Railway turn0search0turn0search2turn0search13
⚠️ Key Cautions
- This is a 0‑series special‑fare train, meaning low operational priority, frequent delays, potential cancellations, older coach stock, and no pantry car (only e‑catering). Reddit users caution:
“Special trains run on ‘best effort’… expect delays of 6–12h or more.” turn0reddit17turn0reddit23
🚄 Reliable Regular All‑AC Alternative: 12773 / 12774 – Shalimar–Secunderabad AC Superfast Express
- Operates on exact same route with better reliability
- 12773 departs Shalimar at ~16:05, arrives Secunderabad at 18:00 next day (~25 h 55 m)
- 12774 reverse departs Secunderabad at ~03:55, arrives Shalimar at ~06:50 next day (~26 h 55 m) turn0search13turn0search5turn0search8
- Coach Composition: 1A, 2A, 3A in LHB coaches; onboard catering and e-catering available; higher priority and better service consistency than special train. turn0search13
📊 Quick Comparison
| Feature | 02773/74 Special | 12773/74 Regular AC SF |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency | Weekly (Wed/Thu) | Weekly (same days) |
| Journey Duration | ~25h 50m / ~26h 55m | ~25h 55m / ~26h 55m |
| AC Classes | 1A, 2A, 3A (all reserved) | Same; LHB rake |
| Pantry / Catering | ❌ No pantry, e‑catering optional | ✅ On-board + e‑catering available |
| Priority & Coach Quality | Low priority, older stock | High priority, modern LHB coaches |
| Reliability | Unpredictable | Better punctuality and service |
✅ Recommendation
- Unless 02773/74 special is specifically active for your travel and there’s no alternative, it’s safer to opt for 12773/12774 AC Superfast Express.
- It offers the same schedule, AC-only accommodation, but with better service, higher priority, and catering facilities.
- If required, you can safely book 12773/74 knowing it departs/waits the same timetable window as the special.
Would you like:
- 🕒 A station-by-station timetable for either 02773 or 12773?
- 💰 Fare estimates by class for your planned travel date?
- ✅ Help checking seat availability or booking details?
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