Special train between Gorakhpur – Mumbai CSMT
Special train between Gorakhpur-Mumbai CSMT (Train No. 02597 / 02598) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, North Eastern Railway special train between Gorakhpur – Mumbai CSMT
Train No. 02597 Gorakhpur – Mumbai CSMT special train
Train No. 02597 Gorakhpur – Mumbai CSMT Special train will leave from (Every Tues) Gorakhpur at 08.30 hrs & will reach Mumbai CSMT at 12.20 hrs and train running time between the station 27 h and 50 minutes.
Train No. 02598 Mumbai CSMT-Gorakhpur special train
Similarly, Train No. 02598 Mumbai CSMT-Gorakhpur Special train will leave from (Every Wed) Mumbai CSMT at 13.10 hrs & will reach Gorakhpur at 18.35 hrs and train running time between the station 29 h and 35 minutes.
Gorakhpur – Mumbai CSMT Distance between the station is 1693 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 02597 from Gorakhpur – Mumbai CSMT special train from 20-10-2025 to 24-11-2025
Train No: 02598 from Mumbai CSMT – Gorakhpur special train from 21-10-2025 to 25-11-2025
Here’s the most up-to-date information on the special train service between Gorakhpur (GKP) and Mumbai CSMT (CSMT):
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🚆 Gorakhpur → Mumbai CSMT Special Fare Superfast (Train No. 01080)
- Train No. 01080 runs as a special fare service, typically operating once weekly on Saturdays from Gorakhpur to Mumbai (CSMT)
- Departure: departs Gorakhpur Jn at 14:30 IST.
- Arrival: reaches Mumbai CSMT around 00:40 IST on the 3rd day, after approximately 34 h 10 min, covering ~1,695 km with about 18 intermediate halts
- Coach classes: 2 AC‑III Tier (3A), 8 Sleeper (SL), 8 Second Seating (2S), with 2 SLRs—no AC‑2 tier or pantry car onboard
- No onboard catering; e‑catering may be available at select stations.
🛤️ Regular Scheduled Services
While Train 01080 is a special seasonal service, the following regular weekly trains offer more consistent service:
- 12597/12598 – Gorakhpur–Mumbai CSMT Antyodaya Express
• Operates weekly, departing GKP every Tuesday at ~08:30 IST, arriving Mumbai CSMT the next day around 12:20 IST (~27 h 50 min for 1,699 km)
• Entirely unreserved (General class) with no catering, but includes modern Antyodaya coaches (LED displays, bio-toilets) - 11080/11079 – Gorakhpur–Lokmanya Tilak Terminus Express (GKP–LTT)
• Runs weekly, connecting GKP and Mumbai LTT in about 30 h 5 min (≈1,680 km), offering AC 2‑tier, AC 3‑tier, Sleeper, and General coaches with pantry/e-catering available
• Note: terminates at LTT, not CSMT.
📋 Service Comparison
| Service | Train No. | Days | Dep (GKP) | Arr (CSMT/LTT) | Duration | Classes | Catering | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special Fare Special | 01080 | Sat | 14:30 | ~00:40 (CSMT) | ~34 h 10 min | 3A, SL, 2S | None | Seasonal, lower priority |
| Antyodaya Express | 12597 | Tue | ~08:30 | ~12:20 (CSMT) | ~27 h 50 min | Unreserved | None | Fastest, crowds, basic stock |
| Sant Kabir Dham SF Express | 20103 | Weekly | ~05:30 | ~11:35 (LTT) | ~30 h 5 min | 2A, 3A, SL, GEN | Pantry + e-cater | Good comfort, via LTT |
⚠️ Traveler Insights
- Special trains (like 01080) often receive low operational priority, leading to possible delays, coach changes, and limited support
- Fares may include surcharges but without matching service quality; coach condition may be older ICF stock without amenities.
- Antyodaya trains offer no reserved seating or meals—but are fast and reliable, though crowded.
- Regular weekly Superfast trains like the Sant Kabir Dham Express offer better comfort, reserved AC options, and onboard catering.
✅ Final Takeaway
- 01080 Special Fare Special offers a seasonal, weekly connection between Gorakhpur and Mumbai CSMT in ~34 hours with limited comforts.
- 12597 Antyodaya Express is quicker (~28 h), but fully unreserved.
- For better comfort and amenities, consider the Sant Kabir Dham Superfast Express to Mumbai LTT, or other regular weekly options linking GKP to Mumbai with pantry and AC classes.
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