Special train between Patliputra-Yesvantpur
Special train between Patliputra-Yesvantpur (Train No. 03251 / 03252) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, East Central Railway has decided to run special train between Patliputra-Yesvantpur-Patliputra (Train No. 03251 / 03252)
Train No. 03251 Patliputra-Yesvantpur special train
Train No. 03251 Patliputra-Yesvantpur Special train will leave from (Every Friday) Patliputra at 20.15 hrs & will reach Yesvantpur at 20.55 hrs and train running time between the station 48 hour and 40 minutes.
Train No. 03252 Yesvantpur-Patliputra special train
Similarly, Train No. 03252 Yesvantpur -Patliputra Special train will leave from (Every Monday) Yesvantpur at 09.55 hrs & will reach Patliputra at 10.00 hrs and train running time between the station 48 hour and 5 minutes.
Patliputra-Yesvantpur Distance between the station is 2709 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 03251 from Patliputra-Yesvantpur special train 23-10-2025 to 27-11-2025
Train No: 03252 from Yesvantpur-Patliputra special train 26-10-2025 to 30-11-2025
Here’s the most reliable and up-to-date information about train services between Patliputra Junction (PPTA, Patna) and Yesvantpur Junction (YPR, Bengaluru), including both the regular weekly express and any special seasonal trains:
Contents
🚄 1. Regular Weekly Superfast Service — Train 22351 / 22352
- 22351: Patliputra → Yesvantpur
- Departs PPTA at 20:15 every Friday
- Arrives YPR at 17:30 on the third day
- Journey: ~2,709 km in ~45 h 15 m, with 27 stops
- Classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, Sleeper, 2S; includes pantry/e‑catering, reserved seating, LHB coaches
- 22352: Yesvantpur → Patliputra
- Departs YPR at 09:55 every Monday
- Arrives PPTA at 10:00, about 45 h 25 m later
This is the permanent weekly service, reliable for reserved bookings and amenities.
🚂 2. Special Festival/Summer Train — Train 03251 / 03252 (Special Fare)
- 03251: Patliputra → Yesvantpur (Festival Special)
- Ran on Fridays during festival or COVID-reserve periods (e.g., late 2020)
- Covered same distance in ~45 h 15 m, with 27 stops
- Classes: same mix (1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S); limited quotas (general/Tatkal only), no pantry car
- 03252: Yesvantpur → Patliputra (Special Fare)
- Operated on Mondays
- Similar travel time (~45 h 20 m), minimal amenities, no catering
These trains do not run regularly and only operate when officially scheduled—most recently in 2020 and in unique seasonal contexts.
📋 Comparison Table: Regular vs. Special
| Train No. | Route | Service Type | Frequency | Duration | Classes Available | Pantry/Catering | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22351/52 | PPTA ↔ YPR | Weekly Superfast | Fri (→) / Mon (←) | ~45 h 15–25 m | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S | ✅ Yes | Reserved, reliable amenities |
| 03251/52 | PPTA ↔ YPR | Festival / Special Fare | Fri (→) / Mon (←) | ~45 h 15–20 m | Same set; Tatkal/general only | ❌ No | Seasonal only; low priority of operations |
✅ Travel Recommendations
- For travel booking with stability, Train 22351/52 is your best choice—it runs weekly, has full reservation options, and offers e-catering.
- Only opt for the special trains (03251/52) if they are announced in advance for upcoming festival periods—they are not regular services and have very limited quotas.
- Booking opens about 60 days in advance; special trains use general/Tatkal quotas only—so book early if they appear.
- I can help monitor IRCTC for announcements about any activation of 03251/52 in 2025 or assist in checking seat availability for your intended travel dates.
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