Special train between Varanasi-Jodhpur (Via Sultanpur)
Marudhar Special train between Varanasi-Jodhpur (Train No. 04863 / 04864) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, North Western Railway has decided to run special train between Varanasi-Jodhpur-Varanasi (Train No. 04863 / 04864)
Train No. 04863 Varanasi-Jodhpur special train
Train No. 04863 Varanasi-Jodhpur Special train will leave from (Every Sun, Tues, Fri) Varanasi at 18.15 hrs & will reach Jodhpur at 18.50 hrs and train running time between the station 24 hour and 35 minutes.
Train No. 04864 Jodhpur-Varanasi special train
Similarly, Train No. 04864 Jodhpur-Varanasi Special train will leave from (Every Sun, Tues, Fri) Jodhpur at 09.10 hrs & will reach Varanasi at 08.45 hrs and train running time between the station 23 hour and 35 minutes.
Varanasi-Jodhpur Distance between the station is 1159 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 04863 from Varanasi-Jodhpur special train 23-10-2025 to 01-12-2025
Train No: 04864 from Jodhpur-Varanasi special train 20-10-2025 to 29-11-2025
Here’s information regarding a special train service between Varanasi (BSB) and Jodhpur (JU) that runs via Sultanpur—widely known as the Marudhar Express via Sultanpur:
Contents
🚆 Varanasi → Jodhpur Special – Train No. 04863 (Via Sultanpur)
- 04863 – Varanasi Junction → Jodhpur Special Fare Train (Festival / Seasonal)
- Operates three days a week: typically Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday
- Departure: ~18:15 from Varanasi Jn; Arrival: around 19:30–20:15 at Jodhpur—approximately 25–24 h 15 min journey, covering ~1,160 km with 31–36 stops
- Classes offered: AC 2‑tier, AC 3‑tier, Sleeper, 2S. Ticketing is via special fare quotas—Tatkal and general only
- It’s run during high-demand periods (festival seasons or peak travel months), not as a regular daily service. Booking opens 60 days in advance via IRCTC
🛤️ Regular Route Service via Sultanpur
- The Marudhar Express via Sultanpur (Train Nos. 14863/14864) is a regular express train operating thrice weekly in both directions between Varanasi City (BCY) and Jodhpur—though the exact route often includes Sultanpur or Ayodhya Cantt depending on schedule variant
- Typical 14863 Varanasi → Jodhpur journey time: ~23 h 35 min, covering ~1,159 km
- Coach composition: 1A, 2A, 3A, 3A Economy, Sleeper, General; onboard catering available.
- During summer 2025, an extra 3rd AC coach was temporarily added to improve capacity on this route
📋 Comparison Table
| Train No. | Route / Via | Service Type | Frequency | Duration | Classes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04863 | Varanasi → Jodhpur (via Sultanpur) | Special Fare Seasonal Special | Mon/Wed/Sat | ~24h 15m | 2A, 3A, SL, 2S | Tatkal/general quotas only, no pantry |
| 14863 | Varanasi City ↔ Jodhpur (via Sultanpur/Ayodhya) | Regular Express | 3x/week | ~23h 35m | 1A, 2A, 3A, 3A Economy, SL, Gen | Pantry and reserved classes available |
✅ Travel Tips
- Prefer Train 14863/64 if you’re looking for reliable booking, meal availability, and reserved seating—this is a regular express service with better reliability.
- Train 04863 is useful during peak travel times, but offers fewer amenities and lower priority scheduling. Its timetable changes based on festival announcement periods.
- We recommend booking early, especially if traveling on the 04863 special, as it uses limited seat quotas and runs occasionally.
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