Special train between Darbhanga-Mysuru
Special train between Darbhanga-Mysuru
Bagmati Express Festival Special train between Darbhanga-Mysuru (Train No. 02577 / 02578) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, East Central Railway has decided to run special train between Darbhanga-Mysuru (Train No. 02577 / 02578)
Train No. 02577 Darbhanga-Mysuru special train
Train No. 02577 Darbhanga-Mysuru Special train will leave from (Every Tuesday) Darbhanga at 15.45 hrs & will reach Mysuru at 23.40 hrs and train running time between the station 55 hour and 55 minutes.
Train No. 02578 Mysuru-Darbhanga special train
Similarly, Train No. 02578 Mysuru-Darbhanga Special train will leave from (Every Saturday) Mysuru at 07.20 hrs & will reach Darbhanga at 14.35 hrs and train running time between the station 55 hour and 15 minutes.
Darbhanga -Mysuru Distance between the station is 3042 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 02577 from Darbhanga -Mysuru special train from 20-10-2025 to 24-11-2025
Train No: 02578 from Mysuru-Darbhanga special train from 24-10-2025 to 28-11-2025
Here’s the most accurate and up‑to‑date overview of both regular and seasonal special train services operating between Darbhanga (DBG) and Mysuru (MYS):
Contents
🚄 Regular Weekly Superfast Express — Train 12577 / 12578: Bagmati Express
- 12577 – Darbhanga → Mysuru
- Departs Darbhanga once weekly, covering a distance of ~3,036 km in about 53 h 30 m, with approximately 37 intermediate halts.
- Offers full reservation with AC 1‑tier, AC 2‑tier, AC 3‑tier (including 3A Economy), Sleeper, and General classes. A pantry car is included, and it uses modern LHB coaches.
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- 12578 – Mysuru → Darbhanga
- The return leg, similar schedule and coach composition.
This is a fully scheduled weekly service with reserved seating, onboard catering, and high operational priority—consider the main travel option.
🚂 Seasonal/Festival Special Fare Service — Train 06212 (Darbhanga ↔ Mysuru Summer Special)
- Train 06212 – Darbhanga → Mysuru Special (Summer Special Fare)
- Operated during summer 2025 (April through August) as a special fare train.
- Coach composition mirrored the standard superfast but used general/tatkal quotas. Specific frequency varied.
- It covered the same route with multiple halts; travel time aligned around ~53 hours.
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- Return leg (06211): Mysuru → Darbhanga, active until late August 2025.
⚠️ Notes on Special Fare Trains:
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These trains are less reliable and generally lack onboard pantry services or guaranteed punctuality.
📊 Comparison Table
| Train No. | Route | Type | Frequency | Journey Time | Classes | Pantry / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12577 / 78 | Darbhanga ↔ Mysuru | Regular Superfast | Weekly | ~53 h 30 m | 1A, 2A, 3A (incl 3EA), SL, GEN | Pantry available, high priority |
| 06212 (06211) | Darbhanga ↔ Mysuru | Summer Special Fare | Seasonal (Apr–Aug) | ~53 h | Similar but general / Tatkal quotas | No pantry, lower priority, prone to delays |
✅ Recommendations
- For reliable, reserved travel with meals and timeliness, always choose Train 12577/78 – Bagmati Express.
- Use the summer special train (06212/11) only if you absolutely cannot access regular trains and if it’s officially scheduled for your dates. Be aware that these run on tatkal/general quotas, often experience lengthy delays, and have minimal facilities.
- Booking windows: Standard service opens 60 days in advance on IRCTC. Special fare services may have limited availability and chart earlier.
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