Holi special train from New Delhi to Varanasi | Holi special train from Varanasi to Delhi
Holi special train from New Delhi to Varanasi | Holi special train from Varanasi to Delhi
Holi special train from New Delhi to Varanasi
Train Number 04074 New Delhi to Varanasi Runs on 03-03-2025 (Tuesday), 05-03-2025 (Thursday), 07-03-2025 (Saturday)
| Station Name | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
| NEW DELHI | Source | 15:30 |
| MORADABAD | 18:50 | 19:00 |
| BAREILLY | 20:45 | 20:47 |
| LUCKNOW NR | 01:30 | 01:40 |
| SULTANPUR | 03:48 | 03:50 |
| VARANASI JN | 07:00 | — |
Holi special train from Varanasi to Delhi
Train Number 04073 Varanasi to New Delhi Runs on 04-03-2020 (Wednesday), 04-03-2025 (Friday), 08-03-2025 (Sunday)
| Station Name | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
| VARANASI JN | Source | 09:50 |
| SULTANPUR | 12:18 | 12:20 |
| LUCKNOW NR | 16:05 | 16:15 |
| BAREILLY | 19:52 | 19:54 |
| MORADABAD | 22:10 | 22:15 |
| NEW DELHI | 01:45 | — |
Here’s the verified information regarding Holi Special train services between New Delhi and Varanasi in March 2025:
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🚆 Holi‑Era Specials: New Delhi ↔ Varanasi
❌ No Dedicated Holi Special on This Route
- There was no specific Holi Special train running exclusively between New Delhi and Varanasi in March 2025.
- Indian Railways instead prioritized Delhi–Patna Holi specials, which included Varanasi as an intermediate halt but not the endpoints.
➕ Closest Option: Delhi → Patna Vande Bharat Express (Half-Holiday Relief)
- Train No. 02436: New Delhi → Patna
- Operated March 8–21, 2025 (no service Mondays)
- Stopped at Varanasi, offering fast connectivity (~12 hours travel time) to Varanasi passengers who used this service.
- Return leg: Train No. 02435, Patna → New Delhi (no Tuesdays)
🛤️ Summer‑Season Replacement Special (April–July)
✅ Train Nos. 04024 / 04023 – Delhi ↔ Varanasi Reserved Superfast (Summer Special)
- Operated during April 10 – July 10, 2025
- 04024: New Delhi → Varanasi on Mondays, Thursdays & Saturdays
- 04023: Varanasi → New Delhi on Tuesdays, Fridays & Sundays
- Covered with AC, Sleeper, and General coache
📊 Quick Comparison
| Period | Train No. | Route | Stops Include Varanasi? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holi (Mar 8–21) | 02436 / 02435 | New Delhi ↔ Patna | ✅ Yes (intermediate stop) |
| Summer (Apr–Jul) | 04024 / 04023 | New Delhi ↔ Varanasi | ✅ Yes (endpoint route) |
⚠️ Traveler Notes
- Holi specials, including the Patna Vande Bharat Express (02436/02435), operate at low priority and may face delays.
- The summer special 04024/04023 provides direct travel but is intended for broader holiday traffic, not Holi-specific.
- For on-time reliability, consider regular high-priority trains like the Vande Bharat Express (22415/22416 Delhi–Varanasi) or Shiv Ganga Express (12559/12560).
✅ Options for Travel Planning
Would you like help with:
- PNR or seat availability for 02436/02435 (Holi Vande Bharat Express)
- Details and booking for 04024/04023 summer specials
- Fast train alternatives like the Vande Bharat (22415/22416) or Shiv Ganga Superfast
- Comparing travel times, fare classes, or planning a return journey
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