Introduction of New Purnagiri Jan Shatabdi Trains between Tanakpur – Delhi
Introduction of New Purnagiri Jan Shatabdi Special Train between Tanakpur – Old Delhi Jn (Train No. 05325 / 05326) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, North Eastern Railway has decided to run special train between Tanakpur – Old Delhi Jn-Tanakpur (Train No. 05325 / 05326)
Train No. 05325 Tanakpur – Old Delhi Jn Purnagiri Jan Shatabdi Special Train
Train No. 05325 Tanakpur – Old Delhi Jn Purnagiri Jan Shatabdi Special Train will leave from (Daily) Tanakpur (TPU) at 18.55 hrs & will reach Old Delhi Jn (DLI) at 23.10 pm hrs the next day.
Train No. 05326 Old Delhi Jn – Tanakpur Purnagiri Jan Shatabdi Special Train
Similarly, Train No. 05326 Old Delhi Jn – Tanakpur Purnagiri Jan Shatabdi Special Train will leave from (Daily) Old Delhi Jn (DLI) at 05.25 hrs & will reach Tanakpur (TPU) at 09.15 hrs, the next day.
This train will have total 12 LHB Coaches which includes 2 AC Chair car, 08 Chair Car coaches & two Generator coaches.
It shall have stoppages at Banbasa, Khatima, Pilibhit, Izzatnagar, Bareilly City, Bareilly Jn, Visharatganj, Aaonla, Karengi, Daftara, Asafpur, Chandausi, Raja Ka Sahaspur, Moradabad, Amroha, Gajraula, Garh Mukteshwar, Simbhauli, Hapur, Pilakhua, Ghaziabad, Sahibabad, Delhi Shahdara enroute in both directions.
Tanakpur – Old Delhi Jn Distance between the station is 394 Kilometre.
Date of Commencement of Regular Service:
Train No. 05325 from Tanakpur – Old Delhi Jn special train from 27-02-2025
Train No: 05326 from Old Delhi Jn – Tanakpur special train 27-02-2025
Here’s a comprehensive introduction to the Purnagiri Jan Shatabdi Express—the new Jan Shatabdi train connecting Tanakpur (Uttarakhand) with Old Delhi Junction (DLI):
Contents
🚆 1. Train Summary
- Train Nos. 12035/12036 — Purnagiri Jan Shatabdi Express, running daily.
- Launched officially on 27 February 2025, flagged off by Railway Minister Piyush Goyal, to promote connectivity to the Purnagiri temple region
- Rake Composition: 12 LHB coaches including 2 AC Chair Car (CC), 8 Second Seating (2S) coaches, and 2 generator cars
🕒 2. Schedule & Running Time
| Train | Direction | Departure | Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12035 | Tanakpur → Old Delhi | 11:25 AM (TPU) | 21:35 PM (DLI) | ~10 h 10 m |
| 12036 | Old Delhi → Tanakpur | ~06:25 AM (DLI) | ~16:10 PM (TPU) | ~9 h 45 m |
As of the latest timetable, 12035 departs from Tanakpur at 11:25 AM, arriving Delhi at 9:35 PM after a ~395 km journey
🛤️ 3. Route & Key Stops
The train covers approximately 395 km via 25 halts at significant stations including:
- Banbasa, Khatima, Pilibhit Junction, Izzatnagar, Bareilly City & Junction, Moradabad, Amroha, Gajraula, Hapur, Ghaziabad, Sahibabad, and Delhi Shahdara before reaching Delhi
🧳 4. Classes & Onboard Services
- Offers Two-wheelchair accessible classes:
- AC Chair Car (CC)
- Non-AC Second Seating (2S) for comfort-focused seating
- No pantry car onboard, though light refreshments may be available at halts
🌱 5. Purpose & Benefits
- Aims to boost regional tourism and pilgrim access to the Purnagiri temple, located near Tanakpur (~20 km)
- Supports regional economic development by improving daily connectivity between Uttarakhand and Delhi
⚠️ 6. Notes & Community Insights
- Average speed is only ~39–40 km/h due to multiple halts, much lower than typical Shatabdi speeds
- Redditors describe Jan Shatabdi chair cars as LHB-quality seating, offering a “premium feel” but at more affordable pricing than Shatabdi trains
✅ Quick Overview Table
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Train Nos. | 12035 (Tanakpur → Delhi), 12036 (Return) |
| Frequency | Daily |
| Classes | AC Chair Car (CC), Second Seating (2S) |
| Journey Time | 9h 45m–10h 10m |
| Stops | 25 (e.g. Bareilly, Moradabad, Ghaziabad) |
| Distance | ~395 km |
| Coach Type | LHB with generator cars |
| Introduced On | 27 Feb 2025 |
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