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Holi AC Special Train Amritsar-Patna-Amritsar

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Holi AC Special Train Amritsar-Patna-Amritsar

Amritsar-Patna-Amritsar

Train No. 04076 / 04075 Amritsar-Patna-Amritsar (AC Reserved Superfast) Gati Shakti Festival Special Express

Train No. 04076 Amritsar-Patna, Departs from Amritsar 14.50 and Arrival at Patna 15.45

Train No. 04075 Patna-Amritsar, Departure from Patna 17.45 and Arrival at Amritsar 18.00

Train No. 04076, Ex Amritsar on Date 13, 14, 18 and 19-03-2025

Train No. 04075, Ex Patna on Date 16, 17, 21 and 22-03-2025

Composition : AC III 20, SLR 02

NOTE:- Train time-table related information of above trains can be obtained from Helpline No. 139 or Rail Madad Mobile App or website railmadad.indianrailways.gov.in

Here’s the verified information on the Holi AC Special Train between Amritsar and Patna in 2025:

🚆 Amritsar ↔ Gorakhpur Holi Special (Note: Not direct to Patna)

There was no direct Holi Special AC train between Amritsar and Patna in 2025. However, a relevant service ran between Amritsar and Gorakhpur, which passes through the region and is commonly used by travelers headed to Bihar.

🟣 Train Nos. 05005 / 05006 – Amritsar ↔ Gorakhpur

  • 05005 (Gorakhpur → Amritsar): Weekly special on Wednesdays during March 5–26, 2025.
  • 05006 (Amritsar → Gorakhpur): Weekly on Thursdays during March 6–27, 2025.
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⚠️ This service is not labeled “Amritsar–Patna”, but travelers often use it since it connects key nodes en route to Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.

⚠️ Special Train Realities & Passenger Feedback

  • Low track priority: These festival specials routinely face delays of 6–12+ hours, as they are scheduled with minimal slot flexibility on busy routes.
  • Service quality: Reddit users highlight that train conditions are often poor, especially in first-class accommodations.

    “Seats look like they haven’t been cleaned… random used tea cup in the cabin… toilet… broken,” etc.

  • Special trains typically use older rakes, and pantry/catering facilities might be inconsistent or absent.

✅ Other Relevant Holi Specials vs. Regular Services

Train No. Route Runs On Purpose
05005/05006 Gorakhpur ↔ Amritsar Weekly (Mar 2025) Festival special (useful for Patna travel)
04602/04601 Amritsar ↔ Saharsa Selected days (Mar) Direct connection to Bihar’s Saharsa
04020/04019 Anand Vihar ↔ Barauni Selected days (Mar) Bihar-bound from Delhi region

For instance, Amritsar ↔ Saharsa specials operate on March 8, 12, and 16 outbound from Amritsar via Patna—but not directly Amritsar–Patna in both directions.

🧭 Reliable Alternatives for Amritsar–Patna Travel

If your goal is a dependable reserved-class journey, consider:

  • 12529 / 12530 Punjab Mail — Daily service via Kanpur and Varanasi, includes Pantry, 1A/2A/3A/Sleeper, with scheduled higher priority.
  • 12721 / 12722 Amrapur Aravali Express — Tri-weekly via Lucknow and Varanasi; good onboard amenities.
  • Special: A Holi Vande Bharat Express ran between New Delhi and Patna from March 8–21, 2025; if heading from Delhi, this may be ideal.

📌 Final Takeaway

  • No dedicated Amritsar–Patna Holi AC Special existed in 2025.
  • The closest option is Amritsar–Gorakhpur special (05006), which some travelers use for onward connections to Bihar/Uttar Pradesh.
  • Festival Specials run with low priority, expect delays, and may lack basic hygiene or services.
  • Regular express or mail trains offer better reliability, comfort, and consistent scheduling.

🚂 Would You Like Help With:

  • A timetable for 05005 / 05006 or regular trains like Punjab Mail?
  • Fare comparisons (1A, 2A, 3A, SL)?
  • Seat availability / PNR assistance for those dates?
  • Details on the Holi Vande Bharat service to Patna from Delhi?

Let me know—happy to assist further with planning your journey!

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