Special train between Vasco-da-Gama-Patna
Special train between Vasco-da-Gama-Patna
Special train between Vasco-da-Gama-Patna (Train No. 02741 / 02742) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, South Western Railway has decided to run special train between Vasco-da-Gama-Patna (Train No. 02741 / 02742)
Train No. 02741 Vasco-da-Gama-Patna special train
Train No. 02741 Vasco-da-Gama-Patna Special train will leave from (Every Wednesday) Vasco-da-Gama at 18.00 hrs & will reach Patna at 12.15 hrs and train running time between the station 42 hour and 15 minutes.
Train No. 02742 Patna-Vasco-da-Gama special train
Similarly, Train No. 02742 Patna-Vasco-da-Gama Special train will leave from (Every Saturday) Patna at 14.00 hrs & will reach Vasco-da-Gama at 10.05 hrs and train running time between the station 44 hour and 5 minutes.
Vasco-da-Gama -Patna Distance between the station is 2229 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 02741 from Vasco-da-Gama -Patna special train from 21-10-2025 to 25-11-2025
Train No: 02742 from Patna-Vasco-da-Gama special train from 24-10-2025 to 28-11-2025
Here is the latest official information about special trains operating between Vasco da Gama (Goa) and Patna (Bihar), including festival specials for 2025:
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🚆 Festival Special Trains: Vasco da Gama ↔ Patna
Train 07311 / 07312 – Holi 2025 Special
Operated by Konkan Railway to manage the festive travel rush:
- 07311: Leaves Vasco da Gama at ~16:00 on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, and arrives at Patna Junction around 10:30 AM on March 13 (~44 h 30 min, 2228 km, via ~20–21 stops)
- 07312: Return service departs Patna at ~17:40 on Saturday, March 15, arriving in Vasco da Gama around 10:30 AM on March 17
- Rake composition included 1 × AC‑2, 5 × AC‑3, 12 Sleeper coaches, generator & brake vans; no pantry car noted
These services ran only during the March 2025 Holi period and are not part of regular operations.
🚄 Regular Weekly Service: Vasco da Gama–Patna Superfast Express
- Train Nos. 12741 / 12742 run once a week in each direction under regular service:
- 12741: Departs Vasco da Gama on Wednesday at ~19:05, arrives Patna about 39 h 05 min later (~10:10 AM)
- 12742: Return from Patna on Saturday around 14:05, reaching Vasco da Gama ~38 h 15 min later (early Monday)
- Covers ~2229 km, stops at ~16–21 key stations across 5 states, and runs with LHB rakes offering 2A, 3A, Sleeper, and General coaches. Catering is available onboard
đź“‹ Comparison Table
| Train No. | Route | Type | Frequency | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07311/07312 | Vasco da Gama ↔ Patna | Festival Special | Operated Mar 11–15, 2025 only | ~44 h 30 m | 2A, 3A, SL (no pantry) |
| 12741/12742 | Vasco da Gama ↔ Patna | Regular SF Express | Weekly (Wed/Sat) | ~39 h–39 ½ h | 2A, 3A, SL, General (with catering) |
ℹ️ Notes & Advice
- The Konkan Holi specials (07311/07312) were temporary and specific to March 2025. No current announcements have been made for continuation outside that period.
- For consistent booking and reliability, the 12741/12742 Superfast Express is your steady option.
- Be aware: special fare trains are typically assigned lowest priority, so delays are common—Reddit users commonly comment on delays of several hours
- Ticket selection for special trains often involves special fare quotas (general & Tatkal) and minimal amenities.
âś… Next Steps & Assistance
- If you’re planning travel during festivals like Diwali, Dussehra, or Puja 2025, these services may be recommissioned—keep an eye on Konkan Railway / SWR press releases or IRCTC announcements around August–September.
- I can help you track availability, check fare options, or monitor updated schedules closer to those periods.
- Would you like help estimating fare costs or planning an alternate route if this service is not available?