Kumbh Mela Special Train between Varanasi-Dehradun
Kumbh Mela Janta Special Train between Varanasi-Dehradun (Train No. 04265 / 04266) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, Northern Railway has decided to run special train between Varanasi-Dehradun-Varanasi (Train No. 04265 / 04266)
Train No. 04265 Varanasi-Dehradun special train
Train No. 04265 Varanasi-Dehradun Special train will leave from (Daily) Varanasi at 08.25 hrs & will reach Dehradun at 06.30 hrs and train running time between the station 22 hour and 05 minutes.
Train No. 04266 Dehradun-Varanasi special train
Similarly, Train No. 04266 Dehradun-Varanasi Special train will leave from (Daily) Dehradun at 18.15 hrs & will reach Varanasi at 15.40 hrs and train running time between the station 21 hour and 25 minutes.
Varanasi-Dehradun Distance between the station is 846 Kilometre
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 04265 from Varanasi-Dehradun special train 10-01-2025
Train No: 04266 from Dehradun-Varanasi special train 11-01-2025
Here’s what I found regarding train services between Varanasi and Dehradun, including any Kumbh Mela–specific special trains:
Contents
🚆 Regular Service: Varanasi ↔ Dehradun Express (14265 / 14266)
- Operates daily, covering approximately 846 km in around 22 hours, with classes including AC‑2 tier, AC‑3 tier, Sleeper, and General Unreserved
- 14265 departs Varanasi at 08:30 AM, arriving Dehradun at 06:35 AM the next day.
- 14266 runs the return leg from Dehradun at 18:20 PM, reaching Varanasi by 15:45 PM the next day.
🎉 Kumbh Mela Connections Involving Dehradun
12369 / 12370 Kumbh Express (Howrah ↔ Dehradun)
- Though not specifically running from Varanasi, this Kumbh Express originates in Howrah and passes through Varanasi en route to Dehradun, making it indirectly relevant to pilgrims traveling from Varanasi during the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025
- Train 12369 departs Howrah, reaching Dehradun next day (~29 h journey); 12370 is the reverse route.
📍 Regional Special Services (No direct Varanasi–Dehradun link)
- During Kumbh Mela 2025, Indian Railways introduced Vande Bharat specials, regional circular routes, and temporary connections between pilgrimage hubs such as Varanasi, Ahmedabad, Delhi, and Prayagraj; none were direct Varanasi–Dehradun specials
- No evidence of trains like a direct Varanasi ↔ Dehradun Kumbh special was found in festival planning lists.
📊 Summary Table
| Route | Train No. / Type | Kumbh Special? | Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varanasi ↔ Dehradun | 14265 / 14266 Varanasi‑Dehradun Express | ❌ No | Daily | Standard long-distance service |
| Howrah ↔ Dehradun via Varanasi | 12369 / 12370 Kumbh Express | ✅ Yes (festival-linked) | 5 days/week | Passes through Varanasi en route |
🧭 Travel Tips for Kumbh Mela Planning
- To travel from Varanasi to Dehradun specifically, the daily express (14265/66) is your most reliable option.
- For those coming from Howrah or eastern India, the Kumbh Express (12369/70) occasionally aligns with pilgrim traffic and could be an alternative if scheduling fits your itinerary.
- Although no direct Varanasi–Dehradun Kumbh special existed in 2025, check IRCTC and Northern Railway updates in late December before future Mela dates for potential temporary services.
- Arriving at Prayagraj (the Mela site) might involve connecting via Varanasi or Delhi, using festival-specific trains operating on circular loops including Varanasi and Dehradun legs .
✅ TL;DR
- One daily regular train runs between Varanasi and Dehradun (14265/66).
- No direct Kumbh Mela special train on this specific route was documented in 2025.
- The Kumbh Express (Howrah ↔ Dehradun) passes through Varanasi and is festival-linked—great if your journey begins further east.
Would you like help exploring detailed schedules, multi-leg pilgrim itineraries, or checking for renewed festival trains closer to the next Kumbh?