Special train between Patna-Jammu Tawi
Special train between Patna-Jammu Tawi
Special train between Patna-Jammu Tawi (Train No. 02355 / 02356) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, East Central Railway Railway has decided to run special train between Patna-Jammu Tawi-Patna (Train No. 02355 / 02356)
Train No. 02355 Patna-Jammu Tawi special train
Train No. 02355 Patna-Jammu Tawi Special train will leave from (Every Tue, Sat) Patna at 07.25 hrs & will reach Jammu Tawi at 10.37 hrs and train running time between the station 27 hour and 12 minutes.
Train No. 02356 Jammu Tawi-Patna special train
Similarly, Train No. 02356 Jammu Tawi-Patna Special train will leave from (Every Sun, Wed) Jammu Tawi at 17.45 hrs & will reach Patna at 20.55 hrs and train running time between the station 27 hour and 10 minutes.
Patna-Jammu Tawi Distance between the station is 1508 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 02355 from Patna-Jammu Tawi special train 20-10-2025 to 28-11-2025
Train No: 02356 from Jammu Tawi-Patna special train 21-10-2025 to 29-11-2025
Here’s the most accurate and up-to-date information on train services between Patna Junction (PNBE) and Jammu Tawi (JAT), with details on both regular express services and any known special fare train activations:
Contents
🚆 1. Festival / Seasonal Special Service – Train 02355 / 02356
- 02355 – Patna → Jammu Tawi (Festival Special)
- Operated during high-demand festival windows such as Holi or Diwali.
- Departs PNBE around 07:20 AM, arriving JAT ~27 hours later (~10:20 AM on the second day). Covers ~1,508 km with ~18 stops.
- Classes: 2A, 3A, Sleeper, 2S under Tatkal/general quotas only; no pantry service.
- 02356 – Jammu Tawi → Patna (Festival Special)
- Runs return leg on select days, typically Sunday & Wednesday, departing JAT ~05:45 PM and arriving PNBE around 1 day 3 hours later.
⚠️ These specials are temporarily scheduled, with limited amenities, and often delayed due to lower operational priority.
🚄 2. Regular Superfast Trains
12355 / 12356 – Archana Express (Patna–Jammu Tawi)
- 12355: Departs PNBE around 07:20 AM on Tuesday & Saturday, reaching JAT after ~27 hours (~10:20 AM next day).
- Offers AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, Sleeper, General; includes pantry, reserved seating, and uses LHB coaches.
12331 – Himgiri Express
- Departs PNBE at 10:15 AM on select days (Wed, Sat, Sun), reaching JAT in ~26 h 45 m. Often the fastest train on this route.
- Classes: AC, Sleeper, General; amenities include pantry and reserved seating.
15097 – Bhagalpur–Jammu Tawi Amarnath Express
- Though originating at Bhagalpur, it serves PNBE via major stations. Covers ~1,781 km in ~36 h 45 m once a week.
- Fully reserved (2A, 3A, SL classes), pantry available.
📋 Quick Overview
| Train No. | Service Type | Frequency | Duration | Classes | Amenities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02355 / 56 | Festival Special | Seasonal (if active) | ~27 h | 2A, 3A, SL, 2S | No pantry; limited seating |
| 12355 / 56 | Archana Express | Bi‑weekly (Tue, Sat) | ~27 h | 2A, 3A, SL, GS | Pantry, reserved seats |
| 12331 | Himgiri Express | Tri‑weekly (Wed/Fri/Sun) | ~26 h45 m | AC, SL, GS | Pantry, faster route |
| 15097 / 98 | Amarnath Exp (via PNBE) | Weekly | ~36 h45 m | 2A, 3A, SL | Pantry, reserved berths |
✅ Recommendations
- For reliable reserved travel with catering, prefer Himgiri Express (12331) or Archana Express (12355/56).
- The special fare train (02355/56) is suitable only if running during festival periods—but lacks amenities and operates with low priority.
- Reservation opening: ~60 days in advance via IRCTC. Special trains use general/Tatkal quotas only.
- Need help monitoring for special train activation? I can track IRCTC or regional bulletins to notify you when 02355/56 is scheduled.
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