Special train between Manmad-Dharmabad
Special train between Manmad-Dharmabad
Special train between Manmad-Dharmabad (Train No. 07687 / 07688) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, South Central Railway has decided to run special train between Manmad-Dharmabad-Manmad (Train No. 07687 / 07688)
Train No. 07687 Manmad-Dharmabad special train
Train No. 07687 Manmad-Dharmabad Special train will leave from (Daily) Manmad at 15.00 hrs & will reach Dharmabad at 00.10 hrs and train running time between the station 9 hour and 10 minutes.
Train No. 07688 Dharmabad-Manmad special train
Similarly, Train No. 07688 Dharmabad-Manmad Special train will leave from (Daily) Dharmabad at 04.00 hrs & will reach Manmad at 13.20 hrs and train running time between the station 9 hour and 20 minutes.
Manmad-Dharmabad Distance between the station is 419 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 07687 from Manmad-Dharmabad special train 23-10-2025 to 30-11-2025
Train No: 07688 from Dharmabad-Manmad special train 24-10-2025 to 29-11-2025
Here’s the latest update on special (0xxxx-series) trains between Manmad Junction (MMR) and Dharmabad (DAB):
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🚆 Special Trains – None Active
- After reviewing current schedules, there is no special-fare train operating between Manmad and Dharmabad.
- All trains on this corridor—including those sometimes labeled as special—either run as regular scheduled services or their special variants are no longer active.
✅ The Go‑To Regular Train: Marathwada Express (17687 / 17688)
This is a reliable daily service connecting Manmad and Dharmabad:
- **17687 (Manmad → Dharmabad)**
• Departs Manmad at 15:00 IST, and arrives at Dharmabad at 01:05 the next day.
• Covers ~421 km in ~10 h 5 min, stopping at key stations such as Aurangabad, Parbhani, and Hazur Sahib Nanded - **17688 (Dharmabad → Manmad)**
• Departs Dharmabad at 04:00, arrives Manmad by 13:25.
• Runs daily in both directions
Coaches include AC Chair Car (CC) and Second Seating (2S), with on-board/e-catering available on select platforms
🧭 Why Regular Service Over Special?
- No confirmed special train (0xxxx-series) currently available on the Manmad–Dharmabad route.
- The Marathwada Express is preferable for its:
- Consistent daily frequency
- Stable timing and punctuality
- Official support and maintained rakes
📊 Comparison Summary
| Route | Train No. | Type | Frequency | Dep / Arr (MMR → DAB) | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manmad → Dharmabad | 17687 | Regular Express | Daily | 15:00 → 01:05 | ~10 h 5 m | CC, 2S |
| Dharmabad → Manmad | 17688 | Regular Express | Daily | 04:00 → 13:25 | ~9 h 25 m | CC, 2S |
✅ Travel Recommendation
- Use Marathwada Express (17687/17688) for dependable travel between Manmad and Dharmabad.
- There’s no active special train for this route as of mid-2025.
- Even if a special variant briefly appears for operational needs, the regular train is more reliable, with stable schedule and coach quality.
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