Special train between Bhagalpur-Jammu Tawi Amarnath
Special train between Bhagalpur-Jammu Tawi Amarnath (Train No. 05097 / 05098) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, North Eastern Railway has decided to run special train between Bhagalpur-Jammu Tawi Amarnath-Bhagalpur (Train No. 05097 / 05098)
Train No. 05097 Bhagalpur-Jammu Tawi Amarnath special train
Train No. 05097 Bhagalpur-Jammu Tawi Amarnath Special train will leave from (Every Wednesday) Bhagalpur at 23.50 hrs & will reach Jammu Tawi Amarnath at 13.10 hrs and train running time between the station 37 hour and 20 minutes.
Train No. 05098 Jammu Tawi Amarnath-Bhagalpur special train
Similarly, Train No. 05098 Jammu Tawi Amarnath-Bhagalpur Special train will leave from (Every Tuesday) Jammu Tawi Amarnath at 22.45 hrs & will reach Bhagalpur at 10.15 hrs and train running time between the station 35 hour and 30 minutes.
Bhagalpur-Jammu Tawi Amarnath Distance between the station is 1780 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 05097 from Bhagalpur-Jammu Tawi Amarnath special train 29-10-2025 to 26-11-2025
Train No: 05098 from Jammu Tawi Amarnath-Bhagalpur special train 03-11-2025 to 01-12-2025
Here’s the most accurate and updated information on special and regular train services between Bhagalpur (BGP) and Jammu Tawi (JAT) — including the Amarnath Express, which also appears in special fare iterations:
Contents
🚆 Festival/Special‑Fare Service: Train 05097 / 05098 – Amarnath Special Fare
- 05097 Bhagalpur → Jammu Tawi
- Operates weekly (typically on Thursdays). Departs BGP at ~23:50, arriving JAT around 13:10 on day 3 (~37 h 20 min, ~1,780 km) with minimal halts.
- Classes: AC‑2, AC‑3, Sleeper; limited amenities and reserved under Tatkal/general quotas only.
- 05098 Jammu Tawi → Bhagalpur
- Return leg, also running weekly with similar durations (~35 h 10 min).
👉 These are low-priority special events and typically run during high-demand times (e.g., Amarnath pilgrimage season) with no pantry and limited stops.
🚄 Regular Weekly Service: 15097 / 15098 – Bhagalpur–Jammu Tawi Amarnath Superfast Express
- 15097: Bhagalpur → Jammu Tawi
- Operates once a week. Departs around 23:55, arrives Jammu Tawi ~13:00 on the 3rd day (~36 h 45 min, ~1,781 km).
- Coach composition: 1×1A, 2×2A, 6×3A, 9×SL, pantry included, LHB rakes.
- 15098: Jammu Tawi → Bhagalpur
- Weekly return service taking ~35 h 15 min.
This regular service offers full reservation, onboard catering, and better operational priority compared to specials.
📋 Comparison Summary
| Train No. | Route | Type | Frequency | Duration | Classes | Pantry/Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05097 / 05098 | Bhagalpur ↔ Jammu Tawi | Festival Special Fare | Weekly | ~35–37 h | 2A, 3A, SL (no GS) | No pantry, general/Tatkal only |
| 15097 / 15098 | Bhagalpur ↔ Jammu Tawi (Amarnath Express) | Regular Superfast | Weekly | ~35–37 h | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GS | Pantry & e‑catering available |
✅ Travel Tips
- Train 15097/98 is the best option for comfort, amenities, and timely travel with full reservation and catering.
- Use Train 05097/98 only when it’s officially confirmed running during festivals or pilgrimage periods.
- Booking opens about 60 days before travel, and final charts are prepared ~3–4 hours before departure.
- These trains may be temporarily canceled or diverted due to infrastructure work (e.g., Gorakhpur area), so always verify close to travel dates.
Would you like help checking seat availability, fare estimates, or waitlist options for a specific travel date? I can also monitor IRCTC or Northern Railway notices for festival-related reruns.