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Holi Special Train Anand Vihar Terminal-Muzaffarpur-Anand Vihar Terminal

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Holi Special Train Anand Vihar Terminal-Muzaffarpur-Anand Vihar Terminal

New Delhi-Muzaffarpur-New Delhi

Train No. 04048 / 04047 New Delhi-Barauni-New Delhi (Reserved Superfast) Festival Special Express

Train No. 04048 Anand Vihar Terminal-Muzaffarpur, Departs from Anand Vihar Terminal 23.00 and Arrival at Muzaffarpur 21.15

Train No. 04047 Muzaffarpur-Anand Vihar Terminal, Departure from Muzaffarpur 23.00 and Arrival at Anand Vihar Terminal 23.30

Train No. 04048, Ex Anand Vihar Terminal on Date 12-03-2025 to 19-03-2025 (Every Wed and Sat)

Train No. 04047, Ex Muzaffarpur on Date 13-03-2025 to 20-03-2025 (Every Sun and Thur)

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 info on the Anand Vihar Terminal ↔ Muzaffarpur pair of Holi/AC “Festival Special” trains that ran in March–April 2025—a dedicated service to ease travel to Bihar during the Holi period. Though not technically labeled “Delhi→Patna”, the route passes via Barauni / Hajipur and serves Muzaffarpur—useful for travelers headed toward Patna/Bihar.

🚆 Anand Vihar Terminal ↔ Muzaffarpur Holi/Festival Specials

🟣 Train No. 04018 – ANVT → Muzaffarpur (Holi Special)

  • Ran on 13 & 20 March 2025, departing Anand Vihar at 09:00 hrs, arriving Muzaffarpur Junction around 06:00 hrs following morning.
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  • Covers ~1,028 km with ~11 scheduled halts via Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, and Motihari.
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🟣 Train No. 04017 – Muzaffarpur → Anand Vihar (Holi Special Return)

  • Operated on 14 & 21 March 2025, departing Muzaffarpur at ~07:30 hrs, arriving Anand Vihar by ~06:00 hrs next day.
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🟣 Trains No. 05283 / 05284 – Sapt Kranti Clone Special (AC clone)

  • Operated from 7 March to 28 March 2025, o­nce a week:
    • 05283 runs Muzaffarpur → Anand Vihar every Friday (13:30 dep)
    • 05284 returns Anand Vihar → Muzaffarpur every Saturday (07:00 dep)
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📋 Overview Summary

Train No. Direction Dates Departs (Origin) Arrives (Destination) Duration
04018 Anand Vihar (Delhi) → Muzaffarpur 13 & 20 Mar 2025 09:00 (ANVT) ~06:00 (+1) ~21h
04017 Muzaffarpur → Anand Vihar 14 & 21 Mar 2025 ~07:30 (MFP) ~06:00 (+1) ~22h
05283 Muzaffarpur → Anand Vihar (Clone AC) Every Friday, 7–28 Mar ~13:30 (MFP) ~05:00 (+1) ~19h 30m
05284 Anand Vihar → Muzaffarpur (Clone AC) Every Saturday, 8–29 Mar ~07:00 (ANVT) ~04:50 (+1) ~21h 50m
  • These trains are designated special fare AC trains—some include AC-only configuration (Clone Specials), while others include sleeper as well.
  • No pantry cars available; passengers should rely on e‑catering or carry own provisions.

⚠️ Traveler Alerts & Reviews

  • Special trains run at low operational priority, making delays of 6–12+ hours quite common.

    “Special trains… they have least priority… expect long delays.”
    “Festival special train… journey extended from 14 to 20 hours… passengers suffered.”
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  • Passenger reports mention poor service quality, cancellations, and delays.
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✅ Alternatives for Delhi ↔ Patna / Delhi ↔ Muzaffarpur Travelers

  • Regular Superfast trains such as:
    • Sapt Kranti Express (12557/12558) — Daily service, about 19h 15m between ANVT and Muzaffarpur with AC, Sleeper, and pantry.
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    • Garib Rath Express (12212/12211) — Weekly AC‑3 Economy train with onboard catering.
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    • Poorbiya Express (15279/80) and Satyagrah Express (15273/74) — connect Bihar’s eastern districts via ANVT.
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🧭 Recommended Strategy

  • Use 04018/17 only if you must travel exactly on those Holi-special dates and regular trains are fully booked.
  • Prefer regular trains like Sapt Kranti or Garib Rath for better comfort, fixed schedule, higher priority, and onboard services.
  • If booking a special train:
    • Monitor the NTES or IRCTC Live Status for delays.
    • Book as early as possible to secure reservation in AC/sleeper classes.
    • Pack food and water—pantry may not be available.

Would you like:

  • A station-by-station timetable for these special trains?
  • Fare breakdown between AC, 3A, Sleeper, etc.?
  • Assistance with seat availability or PNR status for those dates?
  • A comparison of fares and schedules vs. regular trains?

Let me know—happy to help plan your journey efficiently!

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