Special Train between Hyderabad – Jaipur
Holi and Summer Special Train Hyderabad – Jaipur (Train No. 02720 / 02719) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train no 02720 / 02719 Hyderabad – Jaipur Festival Special (Bi – Weekly)
Train no 02720 / 02719 Hyderabad – Jaipur Bi – Weekly Festival Special has been extended Ex Hyderabad on every Monday and Wednesday from 5th April, 2025 till further advice and Ex Jaipur on every Wednesday and Friday from 7th April, 2025.
The extended services of the train will run as per the existing composition, halts & timings.
Here’s a complete overview of the Hyderabad ↔ Jaipur Weekly Summer Special (Special Fare Special) introduced by South Central Railway:
Contents
🚆 Overview
- Train Nos.: 07115 (Hyderabad → Jaipur) and 07116 (Jaipur → Hyderabad), classed as Special Fare Special trains.
- Introduced in May–June 2025 to manage summer season traffic between Telangana/Maharashtra and Rajasthan/Bihar regions.
- Operated by South Central Railway with reserved accommodation in AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, and Sleeper classes.
🗓️ Schedule & Frequency
- 07115 – Hyderabad → Jaipur: Departs Hyderabad Deccan (HYB) at 20:20, arriving Jaipur (JP) at 05:25 AM, after ~33 hours 5 minutes. Operated weekly on Fridays, covering dates: May 6, 13, 20, 27; June 3, 10, 17, 24.
- 07116 – Jaipur → Hyderabad: Departs Jaipur at 15:20, arriving Hyderabad around 01:00 AM (Day 3) on Sundays (travel days: May 8, 15, 22, 29; June 5, 12, 19, 26).
🌍 Route & Key Halts
Covers a distance of ~1,840 km with 26 intermediate stops. Major en-route stations include:
- Secunderabad, Kamareddy, Nizamabad, Mudkhed, Nanded, Purna, Basmat, Hingoli, Washim, Akola, Malkapur, Khandwa, Itarsi, Bhopal, Ujjain, Ratlam, Mandsaur, Nimach, Chittaurgarh, Bhilwara, Bijainagar, Ajmer, Phulera, plus the originating and destination stations.
🪑 Coach Composition & Classes
- Includes AC-II Tier (2A), AC-III Tier (3A), and Sleeper (SL) coaches.
- No unreserved/general seating; reservation mandatory via IRCTC or PRS
- E-catering available at major stops like Hyderabad, Itarsi, Bhopal, and Ujjain.
⚠️ Passenger Insights & Feedback
- As a special-fare train, fares may be higher than normal express trains. Reddit users note such specials often have higher dynamic pricing last-minute—and travelers should consider alternatives if costs are prohibitive.
“Suvidha specials are priced higher than normal train… dynamic pricing…”
- Special trains typically get lower priority on the network, leading to potential delays and longer journey times especially during peak periods.
“Special trains are just a temporary solution… they are given lowest priority…”
📋 Summary Table
| Train No. | Route | Days | Departure (HYB/JP) | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07115 | Hyderabad → Jaipur | Fri (weekly) | 20:20 (HYB) | 05:25 (+2) | ~33h 05m |
| 07116 | Jaipur → Hyderabad | Sun (weekly) | ~15:20 (JP) | ~01:00 (+2) | ~33h 40m |
✅ Travel Tips
- Book early to avoid high dynamic fare pricing on these special trains.
- Plan buffer time between connections due to potential delays.
- Check live running status on the day using NTES or IRCTC to monitor delays or cancellations.
- Consider nearby regular express alternatives like the Jaipur–Secunderabad Express (12719/12720) which runs bi-weekly and may offer better reliability.
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