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:
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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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