Holi Special Train Anand Vihar Terminal-Sitamarhi-Anand Vihar Terminal
Holi Special Train Anand Vihar Terminal-Sitamarhi-Anand Vihar Terminal
New Delhi-Sitamarhi-New Delhi
Train No. 04070 / 04069 New Delhi-Sitamarhi-New Delhi (Reserved Superfast) Festival Special Express
Train No. 04070 Anand Vihar Terminal-Sitamarhi, Departs from Anand Vihar Terminal 00.30 and Arrival at Sitamarhi 20.30
Train No. 04069 Sitamarhi-Anand Vihar Terminal, Departure from Sitamarhi 00.15 and Arrival at Anand Vihar Terminal 23.45
Train No. 04070, Ex Anand Vihar Terminal on Date 12-03-2025 to 19-03-2025 (Every Sat)
Train No. 04069, Ex Sitamarhi on Date 13-03-2025 to 20-03-2025 (Every Sun)
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 up-to-date information on the Anand Vihar Terminal ↔ Sitamarhi Holi Special Train service (Trains 04016 / 04015) that ran during March 2025:
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🚆 Anand Vihar Terminal ↔ Sitamarhi Holi Specials
🔹 04016 – Anand Vihar Terminal → Sitamarhi
- Operated on Tuesday and Friday: 10 and 14 March 2025, departing ANVT at 00:30 hrs, arriving Sitamarhi at ~02:00 hrs next day.
- Covers ~1,163 km with 16 scheduled halts; scheduled journey duration is ~25 h 30 m.
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🔹 04015 – Sitamarhi → Anand Vihar Terminal (Return)
- Operated on corresponding Sunday and Thursday: 12 and 17 March 2025, departing SMI at ~02:00 hrs, arriving ANVT ~03:00 hrs next day.
([turn0search0]turn0search1]turn0search8]) - Coach composition included Sleeper (SL) and General (Unreserved) only—no AC classes were provided on these runs.
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📋 Quick Summary
| Train No. | Direction | Dates | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Class Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04016 | ANVT → Sitamarhi | 10 & 14 Mar 2025 | 00:30 (ANVT) | ~02:00 (SMI) | ~25½h | Sleeper + General |
| 04015 | Sitamarhi → Anand Vihar | 12 & 17 Mar 2025 | 02:00 (SMI) | ~03:00 (ANVT) | ~25h | Sleeper + General |
⚠️ Traveler Warnings
- These are festival specials with unreserved coaches only, meaning no AC or reserved travel.
- Lowest track priority—subjected to significant delays, unscheduled halts, and even cancellations for accommodating higher priority trains.
“Special trains… they have least priority… expect long delays.”
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✅ Alternatives for Reserved AC/Sleeper Travel to Sitamarhi
For more reliable and comfortable travel, consider:
- Train 14006 / 14005 Lichchavi Express — Daily regular service between Sitamarhi and Anand Vihar with 1A, 2A, 3A, Sleeper, and Pantry service (~26 to 29h journey).
([turn0search13]) - Sadbhavna Express via Sitamarhi (14007/08) — Bi-weekly with AC, Sleeper, and catering.
([turn0search15]) - For travel beyond Sitamarhi toward Bihar (e.g., Muzaffarpur, Patna), regular festival trains such as 04018/17 (Muzaffarpur special) or Sapt Kranti/ Garib Rath services might be more suitable.
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🧭 Planning Advice
- Use 04016/15 only if you must travel exactly on the designated dates (10 & 14 March outbound) and are okay with unreserved seating.
- Prefer regular trains like Lichchavi Express or Sadbhavna Express for reserved-class comfort, better punctuality, and onboard amenities.
- Special festival trains should be a last resort—book early, pack food/water, and check live status (NTES/IRCTC) before departure.
Would you like assistance with:
- A station-wise stop timetable for 04016/15 or Lichchavi Express?
- Fare comparison between general/festival specials and reserved trains?
- Help checking PNR status or seat availability for upcoming dates?
- Travel planning beyond Sitamarhi (e.g. onward connections into Bihar)?
Just let me know—happy to help you with further details!