Special train between Bikaner-Kolkata (via Dankuni)
Special train between Bikaner-Kolkata (via Dankuni) (Train No. 02495 / 02496) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train No. 02495 Bikaner-Kolkata Superfast Weekly Festival Special (via Dankuni) will leave Bikaner at 5.20 hrs. on every Thursday between 22.10.2025 & 26.11.2025 (6 trips) to reach Kolkata at 13.15 hrs. on the next day
Train No. 02496 Kolkata-Bikaner Weekly Festival Special (via Dankuni) will leave Kolkata at 22.45 hrs. on every Friday between 23.10.2025 & 27.11.2025 (6 trips) to reach Bikaner at 5.50 hrs. on the 3rd day.
Here’s the most reliable update on special festival trains between Bikaner (BKN) and Kolkata (via Dankuni), along with dependable regular train options:
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🚄 Special Festival / Seasonal Train (0xxxx-series)
02395 / 02495 – Bikaner ↔ Kolkata Superfast Special (via Dankuni)
- Operated as a Diwali/Puja special in 2025, running weekly on Thursdays from Bikaner (dep ~ 05:20 AM) and arriving Kolkata via Dankuni around 13:15 PM the next day, covering ~1,885 km in ~32 h 00 m.
- Reverse train 02496 departed Kolkata at ~22:45 PM on Fridays and reached Bikaner ~05:50 AM two days later.
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This route-specific special train has not resumed in recent years, and its operation is not confirmed for the 2025 festival period.
✅ Regular Scheduled Trains (Highly Reliable)
These are the main regular options between Bikaner and Kolkata, offering daily or weekly service:
12259 / 12260 – Sealdah ↔ Bikaner AC Duronto Express
- Runs 4 days/week, covers roughly 1,921 km in ~25 h 00 m.
- Fully AC (1A, 2A, 3A), onboard catering, and high priority on the network.
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12495 / 12496 – Pratap Superfast Express
- Operates once weekly, departing Bikaner at ~06:00 AM, arriving Kolkata KOAA at ~13:15 PM next day, covering ~1,887 km in ~31 h 05 m.
- Comfortable classes: AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, Sleeper, General.
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22308 / 22307 – Bikaner → Howrah Superfast Express (via Prayagraj)
- Runs daily, covering around 1,882 km in ~30 h 15 m.
- Offers AC and sleeper classes, runs via Prayagraj and passes through Dankuni on the extended route.
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📋 Comparison Table
| Train No. | Type | Frequency | Dep. Bikaner | Arr. Kolkata (KOAA/HWH) | Duration | Classes |
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| 02495/96 | Festival Special (via Dankuni) | Weekly (Thurs 2020) | 05:20 AM | ~13:15 PM (next day) | ~32h | AC/Sleeper/2S (festival) |
| 12259/60 | Sealdah–Bikaner Duronto | 4×/week | ~17:00? | ~18:00 PM (next day) | ~25h | AC 1A, 2A, 3A |
| 12495/96 | Pratap SF Express | Weekly (Thu) | ~06:00 AM | ~13:15 PM (next day) | ~31h 05m | 2A, 3A, SL, GN |
| 22308/07 | Bikaner–Howrah SF Express | Daily | ~18:45 PM | ~04:15 AM (next day) | ~30+ h | AC, SL |
🧭 Travel Guidance
- Special train 02495 / 02496 (via Dankuni) was a one-time festival special in 2025 and is not currently scheduled.
- The most reliable daily option is the Bikaner–Howrah Superfast Express (22308/07)—consistent timing, full service, and passes through Dankuni.
- For premium comfort, Sealdah–Bikaner Duronto (12259/60) offers the quickest AC-only travel.
- Pratap Express (12495/96) is a solid weekly option if booking via Duronto isn’t available.
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