Special train between Samastipur-Sonpur
Special train between Samastipur-Sonpur
Special train between Samastipur-Sonpur (Train No. 03267 / 03268) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, ECR has decided to run special train between Samastipur-Sonpur-Samastipur (Train No. 03267 / 03268)
Train No. 03267 Samastipur-Sonpur special train
Train No. 03267 Samastipur-Sonpur Special train will leave from (Daily) Samastipur at 06.00 hrs & will reach Sonpur at 09.00 hrs and train running time between the station 3 hour and 0 minutes.
Train No. 03268 Sonpur-Samastipur special train
Similarly, Train No. 03268 Sonpur-Samastipur Special train will leave from (Daily) Sonpur at 18.00 hrs & will reach Samastipur at 21.15 hrs and train running time between the station 3 hour and 15 minutes.
Samastipur-Sonpur Distance between the station is 111 Kilometer
Here’s the current update on special trains between Samastipur Junction (SPJ) and Sonpur Junction (SEE) as of mid‑2025:
Contents
🚆 Active Special/Festival Trains
- Train 03267 – Samastipur → Sonpur MEMU Special
- Departs SPJ at 06:00 AM, arrives SEE at approximately 09:00 AM, covering around 64 km in ~3 hours.
- Operates as a MEMU special service, often run for operational or festival demand purposes
- Not a long-distance express—designed for local short-distance travel.
- Note: Service may vary in frequency and timing; check availability before travel.
✅ Regular Express & Local Options
Multiple express services operate on this corridor daily, even though they’re longer-distance services passing through both stations:
- 12521 Rapti Sagar Express
- Fastest express between SPJ and SEE (~1 h 53 m), departing SPJ at ~23:40 and arriving around 01:33 the next day
- 12565 Bihar Sampark Kranti Express, 14649 Saryu Yamuna Express (via Katihar–Amritsar route), 15909 Avadh Assam Express, 12553 Vaishali Express, 13225 Patliputra–Sonpur Intercity Express and others provide connectivity in 2–3 hours across multiple days of the week with different timings and frequencies
📊 Summary Table
| Type | Train No. | Route | Approx. Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEMU Special | 03267 | SPJ → SEE (short trip) | ~3 hr | MEMU local special service |
| Fastest Express | 12521 Rapti Sagar Express | SPJ → SEE | ~1 h 53 m | Fastest long-distance express |
| Multiple Expresses | 12565, 14649, 15909 etc. | SPJ ↔ SEE via express | ~2–3 h | Various trains daily/weekly |
| Intercity Express | 13225 | SPJ → SEE | ~2 h 25 m | Consistent daily service |
ℹ️ Key Recommendations
- If you’re looking for a short hop service, the 03267 MEMU Special is available, though verify its operation via IRCTC or NTES before planning. It’s ideal for short local travel may not run daily.
- If you’re traveling via SPJ–SEE as part of a longer journey, express trains like Rapti Sagar Express, Vaishali Express, or Intercity Express provide faster, reliable travel with better amenities.
- Always cross-check with real-time sources (IRCTC, NTES, m‑Indicator) for the latest availability and running history—especially for special or festival services.
Let me know if you’d like assistance checking seat availability or booking options for any of these services!