Special train between Pune-Hazrat Nizamuddin
Special train between Pune-Hazrat Nizamuddin (Train No. 04417 / 04418) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, Northern Railway has decided to run special train between Pune-Hazrat Nizamuddin-Pune (Train No. 04417 / 04418)
Train No. 04417 Pune-Hazrat Nizamuddin special train
Train No. 04417 Pune-Hazrat Nizamuddin Special train will leave from (Every Thu) Pune at 05.15 hrs & will reach Hazrat Nizamuddin at 05.35 hrs and train running time between the station 24 hour and 20 minutes.
Train No. 04418 Hazrat Nizamuddin-Pune special train
Similarly, Train No. 04418 Hazrat Nizamuddin-Pune Special train will leave from (Every Tue) Hazrat Nizamuddin at 21.35 hrs & will reach Pune at 21.25 hrs and train running time between the station 23 hour and 50 minutes.
Pune-Hazrat Nizamuddin Distance between the station is 1511 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 04417 from Pune-Hazrat Nizamuddin special train 22-10-2025 to 26-11-2025
Train No: 04418 from Hazrat Nizamuddin-Pune special train 20-10-2025 to 24-11-2025
Here’s the most up-to-date special train information between Pune and Hazrat Nizamuddin (Delhi):
Contents
🚆 1. Pune – Hazrat Nizamuddin Superfast Summer Special (Train No. 01491)
- Train No.: 01491
- Type: Special-fare AC Superfast Summer Special
- Runs on: Fridays only, between April 11, 2025 to June 27, 2025 turn0search1turn0search0
- Departure: Pune at 17:30
- Arrival: Hazrat Nizamuddin at 18:10 next day
- Journey Time: ~24h 40m, covering ~1,515 km in ~15 halts turn0search2turn0search1
- Major Halts: Lonavala, Kalyan, Surat, Vadodara, Ratlam, Kota, Mathura, Gangapur City, Sawai Madhopur, among others turn0search2turn0search1
- Available Classes: 2S, Sleeper (SL), AC 3-tier (3A), AC 2-tier (2A) — no First AC turn0search1turn0search2
Summary:
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Train No. | 01491 |
| Runs On | Fridays (Apr 11 – Jun 27, 2025) |
| Departure | Pune: 17:30 |
| Arrival | Hazrat Nizamuddin: 18:10 (next day) |
| Duration | ~24h 40m |
| Distance | ~1,515 km |
| Major Stops | ~15 key halts including Surat, Kota |
| Classes | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A |
This Summer Special was structured to meet seasonal peak travel demand and ran for a limited period in 2025turn0search0turn0search1turn0search2.
🚄 2. Pune – Hazrat Nizamuddin AC Duronto Express (Train Nos. 12263 / 12264)
- Type: Regular AC Duronto Express
- Frequency: Bi‑weekly
- Journey Time: ~19h 45m (12263 from NZM to Pune) / ~20h average
- Distance Covered: ~1,515 km turn0search14
- Halts: Only 7 technical or commercial stops (e.g. Kota, Ratlam, Vadodara)
- Classes: AC First Class (1A), AC 2-tier (2A), AC 3-tier (3A); sleeping berths included; pantry on board turn0search14
This is the fastest option between Pune and Delhi, offering full AC comfort and minimal halts.
ℹ️ Notes & Suggestions
- The Summer Special 01491 is limited-run, seasonal, and no longer active after June 2025. It had limited AC availability and ran only once a week turn0search0turn0search7.
- If you need fastest travel in AC, the Duronto Express (12263/12264) remains your best bet—fewer stops, short travel time, and full AC classesturn0search14.
- Punctuality concerns: special trains frequently have lower priority, and delays of several hours are common according to traveler reportsturn0reddit22.
- For greater frequency and flexible booking, consider alternatives like Gondwana Express (12405/12406) or other Rajdhani/Duronto offerings, though schedules may vary.
✅ Recommendation
- Want AC comfort and speed? Opt for the Duronto Express (12263/12264).
- No upcoming similar special trains are currently scheduled after June 2025.
- Always confirm live status, coach configuration, and fare on IRCTC or official rail enquiry before finalising your booking.
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