Special train between Vishakhapatnam-Vijayawada
Special train between Vishakhapatnam-Vijayawada (Train No. 02705 / 02706) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, East Coast Railway has decided to run special train between Vishakhapatnam-Vijayawada-Vishakhapatnam (Train No. 02705 / 02706)
Train No. 02705 Vishakhapatnam-Vijayawada special train
Train No. 02705 Vishakhapatnam-Vijayawada Special train will leave from (Except Sun, Thurs) Vishakhapatnam at 05.45 hrs & will reach Vijayawada at 11.15 hrs and train running time between the station 5 hour and 30 minutes.
Train No. 02706 Vijayawada-Vishakhapatnam special train
Similarly, Train No. 02706 Vijayawada-Vishakhapatnam Special train will leave from (Except Sun, Thurs) Vijayawada at 17.30 hrs & will reach Vishakhapatnam at 23.00 hrs and train running time between the station 5 hour and 30 minutes.
Vishakhapatnam-Vijayawada Distance between the station is 350 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 02705 from Vishakhapatnam-Vijayawada special train 20-10-2025 to 30-11-2025
Train No: 02706 from Vijayawada-Vishakhapatnam special train 20-10-2025 to 30-11-2025
Here’s the latest verified information (as of mid-2025) on special train services between Visakhapatnam (VSKP) and Vijayawada Junction (BZA):
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🚆 Visakhapatnam – Vijayawada Special Fare Special — 02717 “Ratnachal SF Special”
- Train No. 02717, running from Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada, operating daily (all seven days)
- Departure: 12:55 IST from VSKP; Arrival: 19:10 IST at BZA—~6 h 15 min over 350 km, with about 12 intermediate halts
- Classes Available: Second Seating (2S) and AC Chair Car (CC)—no sleeper coaches; pantry catering available onboard
🛤️ Other Notable Specials (Seasonal Runs)
- Visakhapatnam Vijayawada Special (08567) – departs around 10:00 IST, arrives 16:00 IST, covering ~350 km with ~12 stops in ~6 h; operates multiple days including Sun, Mon, Wed, Fri
- Seasonal services like Krishna Pushkaram Double‑Decker Special (07763) run during festival periods; duration ~6 h 20 m, ~6 halts, double‑deck AC coaches
- Historical specials like 02705/02706 used in 2025 etc. are outdated and not active now
🔍 Quick Comparison
| Train No. / Name | Days of Operation | Dep (VSKP) | Arr (BZA) | Duration | Distance | Classes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02717 Ratnachal SF Special | Daily | 12:55 IST | 19:10 IST | ~6 h 15 m | ~350 km | 2S, CC | Basic special fare service |
| 08567 Visakhapatnam Special | Sun, Mon, Wed, Fri | ~10:00 IST | ~16:00 IST | ~6 h | ~350 km | 2S, CC | Seasonal special |
| 07763 Krishna Pushkaram DD | Festival‑period only | ~10:25 IST | ~16:45 IST | ~6 h 20 m | ~350 km | AC double‑decker | Temporary during Krishna Pushkaram |
⚠️ Traveler Insights
- Special trains typically run with lower track priority, making them more susceptible to delays, often exceeding 30–60 minutes, and sometimes more
- Fares may include a special surcharge and are often higher than regular services—amenities can be minimal.
- Seating: No sleeping coaches—just seating (AC chair or general/unreserved).
- Pantry and e-catering availability may be limited or inconsistent.
✅ Summary
- The most consistent option: Train 02717 “Ratnachal SF Special”, running daily between Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada in ~6 h 15 m, classes 2S and AC Chair Car.
- Other specials like 08567 or 07763 are seasonal and not daily, introducing temporary routes or premium double-decker coaches during festival periods.
- For better reliability, comfort, or additional services, consider regular trains like the Ratnachal Express (12717/12718) or regular superfast trains, which typically offer more stable timings and pantry options
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