Special train between Chhapra-Old Delhi
Loknayak Special train between Chhapra-Old Delhi (Train No. 05115 / 05116) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, North Eastern Railway has decided to run special train between Chhapra-Old Delhi-Chhapra (Train No. 05115 / 05116)
Train No. 05115 Chhapra-Old Delhi special train
Train No. 05115 Chhapra-Old Delhi Special train will leave from (Every Saturday) Chhapra at 11.15 hrs & will reach Old Delhi at 11.20 hrs and train running time between the station 24 hour and 5 minutes.
Train No. 05116 Old Delhi-Chhapra special train
Similarly, Train No. 05116 Old Delhi-Chhapra Special train will leave from (Every Sunday) Old Delhi at 14.00 hrs & will reach Chhapra at 13.20 hrs and train running time between the station 23 hour and 20 minutes.
Chhapra-Old Delhi Distance between the station is 1000 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 05115 from Chhapra-Old Delhi special train 24-10-2025 to 28-11-2025
Train No: 05116 from Old Delhi-Chhapra special train 25-10-2025 to 29-11-2025
Here’s what’s known about special and regular trains between Chhapra Junction (CPR) and Old Delhi Junction (DLI):
Contents
🚆 1. Festival / Special‑Fare Services
Train 05315 – Chhapra → Old Delhi (Festival Special)
- A seasonal special-fare train running twice weekly, typically Tuesdays & Fridays.
- Departs Chhapra at 11:15 AM, arrives Old Delhi around 11:20 AM next day—approx. 24 h 5 m, covering ~1,000 km with ~22 stops
- Offers only 2S, Sleeper, 3A classes; limited to tatkal/general quotas, and no pantry
Train 05116 – Old Delhi → Chhapra (Festival Special)
- The return leg, typically runs Sundays.
- Departs Old Delhi at 14:00, arrives Chhapra at 13:20 next day (~23 h 20 m, 22 stops)
- Same limited classes and amenities as the forward leg.
These are special-purpose trains, active only during festival/seasonal peaks—check IRCTC for availability near festival seasons like Durga Puja or Chhath.
🚄 2. Regular Express Services (Year-Round)
15115 / 15116 – Loknayak Express (CPR ↔ Old Delhi)
- Operates once a week each way.
- 15115 (Chhapra → Old Delhi) departs 11:25 AM, arrives 11:20 AM next day, covering ~1,000 km in ~23 h 50 m
- 15116 runs reverse from Delhi around 14:00, arriving Chhapra ~13:10 PM next day.
- Offers 2A, 3A, Sleeper, General, reserved berths, and onboard catering/e‑catering
📋 Quick Comparison
| Train No. | Route | Type | Frequency | Duration | Classes | Catering |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05315 / 05116 | Chhapra ↔ Old Delhi | Festival Special Fare | 2×/week | ~23–24 h | 2S, SL, 3A (Tatkal/general only) | None |
| 15115 / 15116 | Chhapra ↔ Old Delhi | Loknayak Express (Year‑round) | Weekly | ~23 h 50 m | 2A, 3A, SL, General (Reserved) | Pantry / E-catering |
✅ Travel Advice
- Opt for Train 15115/15116 (Loknayak Express) for reliable travel, reserved seating, and onboard food.
- Only consider 05315/05116 if running during festival or peak demand windows—amenities are minimal, and booking is restricted.
- Booking opens ~60 days ahead, and final charts are closed about 3–4 hours before departure. Festival specials have limited quotas.
- I can help monitor IRCTC alerts in advance of your travel dates to notify you if these specials are activated.
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