Special train between Hubballi-Varanasi
Special train between Hubballi-Varanasi
Special train between Hubballi-Varanasi (Train No. 07323 / 07324) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, South Western Railway has decided to run special train between Hubballi-Varanasi (Train No. 07323 / 07324)
Train No. 07323 Hubballi-Varanasi special train
Train No. 07323 Hubballi-Varanasi Special train will leave from (Every Friday) Hubballi at 17.50 hrs & will reach Varanasi at 12.00 hrs and train running time between the station 42 hour and 10 minutes.
Train No. 07324 Varanasi-Hubballi special train
Similarly, Train No. 07324 Varanasi-Hubballi Special train will leave from (Every Sunday) Varanasi at 21.05 hrs & will reach Hubballi at 13.00 hrs and train running time between the station 39 hour and 55 minutes.
Hubballi -Varanasi Distance between the station is 2035 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 07323 from Hubballi -Varanasi special train from 23-10-2025 to 27-11-2025
Train No: 07324 from Varanasi-Hubballi special train from 25-10-2025 to 29-11-2025
Here’s the latest verified information on special and regular services between Hubballi (SSS Hubballi) and Varanasi Junction (BSB):
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🚄 Regular Scheduled Weekly Express — Train 17323 / 17324 “Hubballi–Varanasi Weekly Express”
- 17323 departs Hubballi at ~18:15–18:50 (weekly, check updated schedule) and arrives Varanasi ~08:25–08:45, approximately 42 h later, covering ~2,035 km with 22 stops.
- 17324 is the return leg, departing Varanasi at ~21:05 and arriving Hubballi ~11:40 next day (~38h 30m travel time) citeturn0search12turn0search3turn0search2.
Classes & Amenities: AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, Sleeper, General; includes onboard catering / e‑catering. Standard ICF Utkrisht coaches; reasonably reliable arrival times for a weekly service turn0search0turn0search12turn0search3.
🚂 Special / Festival‑Fare Service — Train 07323 / 07324 “Hubballi–Varanasi Special Fare”
- Operated during summer/festival seasons in 2025, specifically on Saturdays from April 5 through May/June.
- 07323 departs Hubballi ~18:05, arriving Varanasi ~08:15 after ~38 h 10 m with 22–24 stops over ~2,034 km.
- 07324 is the reverse journey, departing Varanasi at ~21:05 on Sundays, arriving Hubballi ~11:40 (~38 h 35 m).
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Features: Classes include 2A, 3A, Sleeper, 2S; limited to Tatkal/general quotas only. No pantry; e-catering may be available. These special trains run at low priority, using COVID-reserved rake and are prone to delays turn0search6turn0search8turn0reddit16turn0reddit22.
📋 Quick Comparison
| Service Type | Train No. | Frequency | Duration | Classes Available | Catering | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Express | 17323/24 | Weekly | ~42 h / ~38h | 2A, 3A, SL, Gen | Pantry / E‑catering | Stable schedule; reserved seats |
| Special Fare Special | 07323/24 | Saturdays / Sundays (seasonal) | ~38 h 10 m / ~38 h 35 m | 2A, 3A, SL, 2S (general/Tatkal) | ❌ None | No pantry, poor punctuality |
⚠️ Community and Passenger Observations
- Reddit users strongly caution that special trains tend to run hours behind schedule, lack pantry service, and are deprioritized in rail traffic flow:
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✅ Travel Recommendations
- Prefer Train 17323/24, the Hubballi–Varanasi Weekly Express, for reliable travel with full reservation and onboard catering.
- Use Train 07323/24 special fare only if it’s officially announced and you’re okay with general quotas and possible delays.
- Booking opens ~60 days in advance on IRCTC; special fares, if offered, have limited tickets and often close early.
- I can assist with checking seat availability or fare estimates for your preferred date, or monitor announcements for any future runs of 07323/24 if scheduled again.
Would you like help checking tickets for 17323/24 or setting an alert if the special train returns for late 2025?