Mahamana Express Special Train between Varanasi-New Delhi (Train No.02418/Train No.02417) Timings, Stoppages, Fare and Frequency

Mahamana Express Special Train between Varanasi-New Delhi (Train No.02418/Train No.02417) Timings, Stoppages, Fare and Frequency

Mahamana Express Special Train between Varanasi-New Delhi (Train No.02417) Route and Runs on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Station Name Arrival Time Departure Time Day
PRAYAGRAJ JN. Source 21:30 1
FATEHPUR 22:48 22:50 1
KANPUR CENTRAL 00:15 00:25 2
ALIGARH JN 04:26 04:28 2
GHAZIABAD 06:13 06:15 2
NEW DELHI 07:00 — 2

For More Information Visit http://www.indianrail.gov.in/

Here’s what I’ve found about the Mahamana Express (Special) between Varanasi (BSB) and New Delhi (NDLS), operating under train numbers 22417/22418:

Service Overview & Frequency

  • Train Numbers:
    • 22417 – from Varanasi Junction (BSB) to New Delhi (NDLS)
    • 22418 – from New Delhi (NDLS) back to Varanasi Junction (BSB)
  • Frequency: Operates three days a week (tri-weekly)

Timings & Duration

22417: Varanasi → New Delhi

  • Departs Varanasi at 18:55
  • Arrives at New Delhi at 08:05 the next morning
  • Total journey time: ~13 hours 10 minutes over ~774 km

22418: New Delhi → Varanasi

  • Departs New Delhi at 18:35
  • Arrives Varanasi at 08:25 the next day
  • Duration: ~13 hours 50 minutes

Key Halts

The Mahamana Express stops at 7 stations en route between Varanasi and Delhi:

  • Notable halts include Ghaziabad, Moradabad, Bareilly, Sultanpur, Jaunpur, and Lucknow, among others

Fare Structure (Approximate, Regular Fare)

Based on current adult ticket prices:

  • 1A (First AC): ₹2,705
  • 2A (AC 2-tier): ₹1,880
  • 3A (AC 3-tier): ₹1,330
  • Sleeper (SL): ₹505

Note: These are approximate regular fares; Tatkal and concession rates vary.

Summary Table

Feature Details
Train Numbers 22417 (→Delhi), 22418 (→Varanasi)
Frequency Tri-weekly
Departure Times Varanasi 18:55 → Delhi 08:05
Delhi 18:35 → Varanasi 08:25
Journey Duration ~13h 10m (→Delhi), ~13h 50m (→Varanasi)
Distance Covered ~774 km (via major stations like Lucknow)
Fare Examples (Adult) 1A ₹2,705 / 2A ₹1,880 / 3A ₹1,330 / SL ₹505 (approx.)

This Mahamana Express is a modern, comfortable option with enhanced interiors and amenities, ideal for overnight travel between two key cities.

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