Special train between Gorakhpur-Anand Vihar Terminal
Special train between Gorakhpur-Anand Vihar Terminal (Train No. 02595 / 02596) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, North Eastern Railway has decided to run special train between Gorakhpur-Anand Vihar Terminal -Gorakhpur (Train No. 02595 / 02596)
Train No. 02595 Gorakhpur-Anand Vihar Terminal special train
Train No. 02595 Gorakhpur-Anand Vihar Terminal Special train will leave from (Every Mon, Tues, Thurs) Gorakhpur at 20.00 hrs & will reach Anand Vihar Terminal at 08.50 hrs and train running time between the station 12 hour and 50 minutes.
Train No. 02596 Anand Vihar Terminal -Gorakhpur special train
Similarly, Train No. 02596 Anand Vihar Terminal -Gorakhpur Special train will leave from (Every Tues, Wed, Fri) Anand Vihar Terminal at 20.00 hrs & will reach Gorakhpur at 07.50 hrs and train running time between the station 11 hour and 50 minutes.
Gorakhpur-Anand Vihar Terminal Distance between the station is 769 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 02595 from Gorakhpur-Anand Vihar Terminal special train 20-10-2025 to 02-12-2025
Train No: 02596 from Anand Vihar Terminal -Gorakhpur special train 21-10-2025 to 01-12-2025
Here’s the latest verified info on special trains (if any) between Gorakhpur (GKP) and Anand Vihar Terminal (ANVT), Delhi:
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🚆 Special/Festival Services
05007 / 05057 – Gorakhpur → Anand Vihar Terminal Special Fare Special
- Train No. 05007 departs GKP at 20:55 IST, covering around 748 km in 13 h 45 min, arriving at ANVT around 10:40 IST the next day
- It typically runs once a week on Thursday (as train 05057), with approximately 8–9 halts
- These services are seasonal or limited-run special fare trains, with only unreserved/SL/GS coaches, no pantry car, and no catering onboard
04043 – Festival Special (Gorakhpur → Anand Vihar)
- Ran on select Sundays (e.g. late 2025), covering 737 km in ~13 h 45 min, with ~9 stops, departing ~17:25 IST, arriving ~10:40 IST next morning
- Likely not currently operational.
These specials do not offer reserved seating, AC classes, catering, or consistent service—making them less reliable and comfortable.
🛤️ Regular Scheduled Trains (Preferred Options)
✅ 12571/12572 – Gorakhpur–Anand Vihar Terminal Humsafar Express (Via Barhni)
- Runs four times a week (Sun, Wed, Fri, Sat as 12571 GKP→ANVT; Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun as 12572 return).
- Covers ~839 km in about 13 h 50 min, operating at ~61 km/h average speed
- Fully AC 3-tier, LHB-equipped, includes catering onboard, premium amenities like LED displays, bio-toilets, and vending machines
12595/12596 – Gorakhpur–Anand Vihar Terminal Humsafar Express (Via Basti)
- Operates tri-weekly, covering ~770 km in ~12 h 50 min from GKP to ANVT, slightly faster route via Basti
- Same AC‑3 tier configuration and service standards.
15057/15058 – Gorakhpur–Anand Vihar Express
- Offers weekly service, ~749 km in 14 h 15 min from GKP to ANVT.
- AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, Sleeper, and General coaches, but no onboard catering
Other Regular Trains
- More options like Gorakhdham SF Express (12555), Poorbiya Express (15279/15280), Garib Rath, Champaran Satyagrah Express, etc., provide daily or frequent connections between Gorakhpur and Delhi (NDLS or ANVT), most offering reserved classes and onboard facilities
📋 Summary Table
| Service Type | Train No. | Frequency | Duration | Classes | Catering | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05007/05057 (special) | 05007/05057 | Weekly (Thu) | ~13h 45m | SL/GS/Unreserved | None | Seasonal special, minimal amenities |
| Festival Special | 04043 | Occasionally | ~13h 45m | SL/GS only | None | Likely inactive now |
| GKP–ANVT Humsafar | 12571/12572 | 4×/week | ~13h 50m | AC 3‑tier | Yes | Premium reserved, high comfort |
| Via Basti Humsafar | 12595/12596 | 3×/week | ~12h 50m | AC 3‑tier | Yes | Fastest Humsafar on route |
| GKP–ANVT Express | 15057/15058 | Weekly | ~14h 15m | 2A, 3A, SL, GEN | No | Reserved non-AC, budget option |
| Other Scheduled Trains | Various | Daily/bi-weekly | ~12–17h | Mixed classes | Varies | More flexibility available |
🧭 Recommendations
- For reliable service with AC comfort and onboard catering, the Humsafar Express trains (12571/12572 or 12595/12596) are the best choice.
- For budget reserved travel without AC, the 15057/15058 Express is a viable weekly option.
- Special trains (05007/05057, 04043) are not ideal unless no regular options are available—they are unreserved, run infrequently, and have few amenities.
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