Magh Mela special train between Gorakhpur – Jhusi – Gorakhpur

Special train from Gorakhpur to Jhusi
Train No.55159 Gorakhpur- Jhusi fair special train will be departure from Gorakhpur on 22, 23, 25 and 26th January, 2025 at 21.45 pm.
Special train from Jhusi to Gorakhpur
Train No. 55160 Jhusi-Gorakhpur fair special train will arrive at 07.10 pm on 22th and 26th January, 2025 at 22.50 pm on the second day at Gorakhpur
Here’s the relevant information I found about the Magh Mela Special train between Gorakhpur and Jhusi:
Gorakhpur ↔ Jhusi Magh Mela Special Train
Train Numbers & Schedule
- Train No. 55159 — Gorakhpur Junction (GKP) → Jhusi (JI)
- Departure: ~10:30 AM from Gorakhpur
- Arrival: ~19:50 (7:50 PM) at Jhusi
- Journey Time: ~9 hours 20 minutes
- Frequency: Typically operates on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday
- Distance Covered: ~345 km
- Train No. 55160 — Jhusi → Gorakhpur (Return Service)
- Operates on the same days (Sun, Wed, Thu, Sat) as the onward service
Route & Halts
- Offers a limited-stop service with only 2 stops between Gorakhpur and Jhusi, but passes through major stations like Varanasi. Key halt points include Chauri Chaura, Mau, Varanasi City, Varanasi Junction, and Manduadih, among others.
Coach Type
- Unreserved (General) passenger service — suitable for flexible, non-reserved travel.
Summary Table
| Direction | Train No. | Schedule | Stops | Distance | Duration | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gorakhpur → Jhusi | 55159 | ~10:30 AM → ~19:50 PM | ~2 stops + main ones | 345 km | ~9h 20m | Sun, Wed, Thu, Sat |
| Jhusi → Gorakhpur (Return) | 55160 | Evening hours (mirrored) | Similar | 345 km | ~9h 20m | Same days as 55159 |
Let me know if you’d like further assistance—such as the current year’s running schedule, coach composition, or real-time train status during the Magh Mela period!
