East Central Railway 5 Clone Special Trains List, time table, route, frequency and fare
East Central Railway 5 Pairs Clone Special Trains List, time table, route, frequency and fare
East Central Railway 5 Pairs Clone Special Trains List, Time Table, Schedule, Route, Fare, Train No. Train Booking, Train Status and Day On
- Clone Special train between New Delhi and Rajgir (Train No. 03391/ 03392)
- Clone Special train between New Delhi and Saharsa (Train No. 02563/ 02564)
- Clone Special train between New Delhi and Darbhanga (Train No. 02569/ 02570)
- Clone Special train between Muzaffarpur and Delhi (Train No. 02573/ 02574)
- Clone Special train between Rajendra Nagar and New Delhi (Train No. 03293/ 03294)
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Here is the latest verified information on East Central Railway’s (ECR) Clone Special Trains, which are Humsafar‑style special fare trains operating under the ECR zone. These are not permanent timetable services, often scheduled during peak travel periods or summer traffic surges—in some cases extended through summer 2025.
Contents
🚆 East Central Railway Clone Specials (4 key pairs identified)
1. New Delhi ⇄ Darbhanga Clone Special
- Train Nos.: 02570 (NDLS → Darbhanga), 02569 (Darbhanga → New Delhi)
- Rake: LHB Humsafar, ECR zone
- Distance / Duration: ~722 km / ~10 h 52 m via 2 halts (NDLS→Basti→Darbhanga)
- Timing: Departs NDLS around 12:15, arrives Darbhanga ~23:07; Return departs Darbhanga ~06:30, arrives NDLS ~04:00 next day via multiple legs
- Frequency: Weekly or during high-demand periods
- Onboard: No pantry, onboard catering/e‑catering available; bedrolls provided
2. Aishbagh (Lucknow area) ⇄ Barauni Clone Special
- Train Nos.: 02564 (Lucknow/Aishbagh → Barauni), 02563 (Barauni → NDLS via Siwan/Basti)
- Distance / Duration: ~670 km / ~13 h 35 m (ASH → Barauni via 6 halts)
- Speed: ~49–61 km/h average depending on segment
- Rake: LHB Humsafar, ECR zone
- Onboard: No pantry; e‑catering and bedding provided
🔁 Additional Related Specials (Sometimes considered clones)
- Muzaffarpur–Anand Vihar (05283): AC special fare clone (~75 km / 1h 26m with two halts, Sagauli–Harinagar) on Fridays, AC‑only Humsafar express style
- Other ECR special fare trains include Anand Vihar–Gaya, Gaya–ANVT, ANVT–Muzaffarpur lines, though some are branded as “special fare superfast” rather than strict clones
📋 Summary Table
| Route | Train Nos. | Distance / Time | Type | Classes | Catering |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NDLS → Darbhanga | 02570 | ~722 km / ~10 h 52 m | Humsafar | 3A only | No pantry, e‑catering |
| Darbhanga → NDLS | 02569 | ~1,168 km / ~15 h (multi-leg) | Humsafar | 3A only | e‑catering |
| Aishbagh/LKO → Barauni | 02564 | ~670 km / ~13 h 35 m | Humsafar | 3A only | Onboard/e‑catering |
| Barauni → NDLS (via Siwan/Basti) | 02563 | ~670 km / ~~13 h 35 m | Humsafar | 3A only | Onboard/e‑catering |
💰 Fare Estimates & Booking Notes
- These clone specials charge Humsafar fare (dynamic or fixed).
- Likely AC 3 Tier only, with bedroll and onboard catering but no sleeper or general class.
- Superfast surcharge may apply depending on average speed.
- Ticket booking is fully reserved; dynamic pricing may apply.
- Reservation charts are finalized a few hours before departure.
⚠️ Important Considerations
- These trains are operated only when needed, not on regular daily schedules.
- Timetable, halts, and routing may change, including diversions via Varanasi/Chhapra/Kanpur according to operational needs during April‑July 2025
- Always verify current running status and full details via IRCTC, ECR official portal, or reliable booking platforms before planning or booking.
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