Special train between Gorakhpur – Okha
Special train between Gorakhpur- Okha (Train No. 05045 / 05046) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, North Eastern Railway special train between Gorakhpur – Okha
Train No. 05045 Gorakhpur – Okha special train
Train No. 05045 Gorakhpur – Okha Special train will leave from (Every Thurs) Gorakhpur at 04.45 hrs & will reach Okha at 03.55 hrs and train running time between the station 46 h and 25 minutes.
Train No. 05046 Okha-Gorakhpur special train
Similarly, Train No. 05046 Okha-Gorakhpur Special train will leave from (Every Sun) Okha at 21.00 hrs & will reach Gorakhpur at 19.25 hrs and train running time between the station 50 h and 35 minutes.
Gorakhpur – Okha Distance between the station is 2293 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 05045 from Gorakhpur – Okha special train from 22-10-2025 to 26-11-2025
Train No: 05046 from Okha – Gorakhpur special train from 25-10-2025 to 29-11-2025
Here’s the most up-to-date verified information regarding special and regular train service between Gorakhpur (GKP) and Okha (OKHA):
Contents
🚆 Special/Festival Train Service: 05045/05046 — Gorakhpur–Okha Festival Special
- Train No. 05045 operates from Gorakhpur Junction heading to Okha on Thursdays
- Departs GKP at ~05:00 AM, covers ~2,293 km in approximately 46 h 35 m, arriving at Okha around 03:35 AM on the third day
- Major halts include Gonda, Gwalior, Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Jamnagar, Dwarka, Khambhaliya, then Okha
- Coaches include 2A, 3A, SL, 2S; pantry/catering may be limited or non‑existent
- Return Train, 05046, runs from Okha to Gorakhpur, typically on Sundays, taking about 50 h 35 m to complete the journey
- These trains operate seasonally or during festivals, and are not active year-round. They are subject to cancellations or changes when demand decreases
🛤️ Regular Scheduled Service: 15045 / 15046 — Gorakhpur–Okha Express
- 15045 runs weekly, departing Gorakhpur every Thursday at ~05:00 AM and reaching Okha around ~03:35 AM on Saturday, covering roughly 2,307 km in 46–47 hours (average speed ~49 km/h)
- 15046 is the return service, departing Okha on Sunday at ~23:35 hrs, reaching Gorakhpur around 18:50 hrs on Tuesday, taking approximately 43 h 50 m
- Offers AC 2-tier (2A), AC 3-tier (3A), Sleeper (SL), and sometimes First AC (1A), along with a pantry car and onboard catering—far more amenities than typical special trains
- The journey has ~38–40 halts, including major junctions like Basti, Kanpur, Ujjain, Ahmedabad, Jamnagar, and Dwarka
📋 Comparison Summary
| Service Type | Train No. | Days | Dep (GKP) | Arr (OKHA) | Duration | Distance | Classes | Catering | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Festival Special | 05045 | Thursday | ~05:00 | ~03:35 (Day 3) | ~46h 35m | ~2,293 km | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Minimal or none | Seasonal only, low priority |
| Regular Express | 15045 | Thursday | ~05:00 | ~03:35 (Day 3) | 46–47h | ~2,307 km | 2A, 3A, SL (1A) | Pantry + onboard | Weekly, reliable, full service |
⚠️ Important Traveler Notes
- Special trains like 05045/05046 are temporary and run with lower operational priority, making them prone to delays, cancellations, and limited onboard comforts
- Fares on specials may include surcharges but often offer no extra benefits over regular services.
- The 15045/15046 Express is more dependable, features better amenities (including the pantry car), and follows a consistent weekly schedule
✅ Recommendation
If you need a dependable journey with onboard meals and AC options, the 15045/15046 Gorakhpur–Okha Express is generally the preferred choice. The special train (05045/05046) may only be useful during peak seasons or festivals—and only if it’s officially running.
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