Special train between Barauni-Ernakulam
Special train between Barauni-Ernakulam (Train No. 02521 / 02522) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, East Central Railway has decided to run special train between Barauni-Ernakulam-Barauni (Train No. 02521 / 02522)
Train No. 02521 Barauni-Ernakulam special train
Train No. 02521 Barauni-Ernakulam Special train will leave from (Every Wednesday) Barauni at 22.50 hrs & will reach Ernakulam at 12.50 hrs and train running time between the station 62 hour and 0 minutes.
Train No. 02522 Ernakulam-Barauni special train
Similarly, Train No. 02522 Ernakulam -Barauni Special train will leave from (Every Sunday) Ernakulam at 10.15 hrs & will reach Barauni at 23.10 hrs and train running time between the station 60 hour and 55 minutes.
Barauni-Ernakulam Distance between the station is 3433 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 02521 from Barauni-Ernakulam special train 21-10-2025 to 25-11-2025
Train No: 02522 from Ernakulam-Barauni special train 25-10-2025 to 29-11-2025
These special trains will consist of AC II Tier, AC III Tier, Sleeper and Reserved Second sitting class Coaches.
Here’s the most current and reliable information on regular and special fare trains operating between Barauni Junction (BJU) and Ernakulam Junction (ERS):
Contents
🚆 1. Festival / Seasonal Special Train – Train 02521 (Barauni → Ernakulam Special Fare)
- Operates weekly on Wednesdays as a special fare summer or festival train—typically activated during seasonal peaks.
- Departs Barauni Jn at 22:51, arriving at Ernakulam Jn around 11:30 AM on the fourth day (~60 h 39 min; ~3,437 km)
- Classes: 2A, 3A, Sleeper, 2S; no pantry service; reservation quotas limited to Tatkal and General only. Amenities are minimal
- Only runs during designated seasonal windows, not a regular service.
🚄 2. Regular Weekly Service – Train 12521 / 12522 Rapti Sagar Superfast Express
- 12521 (Barauni → Ernakulam)
- Departs daily (including Monday), at 22:50 from Barauni, arriving Ernakulam Jn at ~11:30 AM on Day 3–4—journey time ~60 h 40 min over ~3,437 km with ~60 stops
- Classes: First AC, Second AC, Third AC, 3A Economy, Sleeper; includes pantry car, LHB coaches, and reserved seating
- 12522 runs return from Ernakulam weekly.
This is the primary and fastest regular train on the route with full amenities.
📊 Comparison Summary
| Service | Train No. | Frequency | Journey Time | Classes | Pantry / Catering | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special Fare | 02521 (one way) | Weekly (Wed only) | ~60 h 39 m | 2A, 3A, SL, 2S | ❌ No | General/Tatkal quotas only; seasonal |
| Rapti Sagar Express | 12521 / 12522 | Weekly (all days) | ~60 h 40 m | 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL | ✅ Yes | Reserved seating; pantry; reliable |
✅ Recommendations
- Opt for Train 12521/12522 Rapti Sagar Express for reliable reservations, full amenities, and consistent weekly service.
- Only use Train 02521 special fare if it is confirmed running during seasonal peaks—and be prepared for limited facilities and lower priority.
- Booking opens approximately 60 days in advance. Final charts are prepared ~3–4 hours before departure.
- Special fare trains may face delays or cancellations—always check IRCTC or official East Central Railway bulletins before planning.
Would you like help checking seat availability, fare estimates, or monitoring IRCTC for announcements of upcoming Train 02521 opening windows?