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Holi AC Special Train Delhi-Patna-Delhi

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Holi AC Special Train Delhi-Patna-Delhi

Delhi-Patna-Delhi

Train No. 04066 / 04065 Delhi-Patna-Delhi (AC Reserved Superfast) Gati Shakti Festival Special Express

Train No. 04066 Delhi-Patna, Departs from Delhi 23.00 and Arrival at Patna 15.45

Train No. 04066 Delhi-Patna Departure from Patna 17.45 and Arrival at Delhi 10.35

Train No. 04066, Ex Delhi on Date 15,16,20 and 21-03-2025

Train No. 04065, Ex Patna on Date 14,15,19 and 20-03-2025

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 confirmed and detailed information about Holi AC Special Trains on the Delhi ↔ Patna route during the festival season in March 2025:

🚄 Holi Vande Bharat Express – Premium AC Service

  • Train No. 02436 – New Delhi → Patna
    • Departs at 08:30 hrs, operates from 8 March to 20 March 2025 (no service on Mondays).
    • Covers ~1,000 km in ~14 hours, arriving at 22:30 hrs.
    • Halts include Ghaziabad, Kanpur Central, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Ballia, Chhapra, Patliputra.
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  • Train No. 02435 – Patna → New Delhi
    • Departs at 05:30 hrs, runs from 9 March to 21 March 2025 (not on Tuesdays).
    • Arrives at 20:10 hrs on the same day.
    (Same halts reverse sequence)
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  • Classes and Fares: AC Chair Car and Executive Chair Car only—approx ₹2,575 / ₹4,655 respectively.
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🚆 AC Superfast Festival Special – Reserved AC/Higher Classes

  • Train No. 04062 – New Delhi → Patna
    • Departed at 23:55 hrs daily from 7 to 17 March 2025, arriving at 16:40 hrs next day.
  • Train No. 04061 – Patna → New Delhi
    • Returned at 17:50 hrs from 7 to 18 March, arriving 22:25 hrs following day.
    • Coach makeup typically includes AC 2A, 3A, Sleeper, and General.
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📋 Comparison Summary

Train No. Type Departure (Delhi) Arrival (Patna) Dates Duration Classes
02436 Vande Bharat Express 08:30 hrs ~22:30 hrs Mar 8–20 (except Mon) ~14h CC / Executive CC only
02462 Superfast Festival Special 23:55 hrs ~16:40 next day Mar 7–17 daily ~17h AC 2A, 3A, Sleeper, General

⚠️ Passenger Tips & Community Feedback

  • Even reserved festival specials (04062/61) are low-priority trains, meaning frequent delays of 6–12 hours or more are common.

    “Festival special train… they have least priority… expect long delays.”
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  • Train service quality—especially on specials—may be inconsistent or poor. Seating areas sometimes neglected; cleanliness and amenities often below standards.
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🚅 Why These Trains Matter

  • 02436/35 Vande Bharat is ideal for festival-goers looking for timely, premium journey—unmatched comfort and speed.
  • 04062/61 Superfast offers reserved AC (2A/3A), but with longer journey times and moderate priority—suitable if Vande Bharat tickets are unavailable.

✅ Recommendations

  • Prefer the Vande Bharat (02436/35) if you want fast, reliable AC-only travel.
  • If those tickets are booked, 04062/61 offers broader class options but expect potential delays.
  • For maximum punctuality and reliability, regular high-priority trains like:
    • 12318 / 12393 Sampoorna Kranti Express (~12h via these cities)
    • 12309 / 12310 Rajdhani or Tejas Rajdhani Express (Patna–Delhi in ~11h 30m)
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🔄 Need Help With Next Steps?

I can provide:

  • A stop-by-stop timetable for 02436/35 and/or 04062/61.
  • Fare breakdown for AC Chair Car, Executive, 2A, 3A.
  • Assistance with seat availability, PNR status, or booking tips.
  • A comparison with regular express trains like Sampoorna Kranti or Rajdhani.

Just let me know—happy to help plan your journey!

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