Special train Dhanbad to Patna | Special train Patna to Dhanbad
Ganga Damodar Special train between Dhanbad-Patna (Train No. 03329 / 03330) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, East Central Railway has decided to run special train between Dhanbad-Patna-Dhanbad (Train No. 03329 / 03330)
Train No. 03329 Dhanbad-Patna special train
Train No. 03329 Dhanbad-Patna Special train will leave from (Daily) Dhanbad at 23.10 hrs & will reach Patna at 05.30 hrs and train running time between the station 6 hour and 20 minutes
Train No. 03330 Patna-Dhanbad special train
Similarly, Train No. 03330 Patna-Dhanbad Special train will leave from (Daily) Patna at 23.15 hrs & will reach Dhanbad at 05.25 hrs and train running time between the station 6 hour and 10 minutes.
Dhanbad -Patna Distance between the station is 292 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 03329 from Dhanbad -Patna special train 10-11-2025 to 30-11-2025
Train No: 03330 from Patna-Dhanbad special train 11-11-2025 to 01-12-2025
Here’s the current information on special trains between Dhanbad (DHN) and Patna Junction (PNBE):
Contents
🚆 Special Fare Trains: Dhanbad ↔ Patna
Train 03329 – Dhanbad → Patna (Ganga Damodar Special Fare Special)
- Departs Dhanbad at ~23:10 and reaches Patna around 05:30 (covering ~292 km in ~6 h 20 m)
- Operates daily, offering classes from AC‑First to 2S and Sleeper
- Classified as a COVID‑reserved special fare service (COV‑rake)
Train 03330 – Patna → Dhanbad
- Departs Patna at ~23:30, arrives in Dhanbad around 05:20 next morning
- Also runs daily, same distance and duration (~6 h 20 m)
Train 03332 – Patna → Dhanbad Intercity Special Fare Special
- Departs Patna at 08:30, arrives Dhanbad at ~16:40 (journey ~8 h 10 m over 370 km)
- Runs six days a week (Mon–Sat)
- Alternately known as InterCity COV-reserved rake service
✅ Regular Trains (Recommended)
These provide reliable service on the same route:
13329 / 13330 – Ganga Damodar Express
- Departs Dhanbad at ~23:20, reaches Patna at ~05:15 (approx 6 h, ~292 km)
- Daily service, with AC Chair Car and Second Seating only
- Operates with modern LHB coaches, better facilities and punctuality
13331 / 13332 – Dhanbad–Patna Intercity Express
- 13331 departs Dhanbad at ~08:05, arrives Patna ~17:30 (~9 h 25 m over 370 km)
- 13332 runs Patna at ~08:30, reaches Dhanbad by ~16:40 (~8 h 10 m)
- Runs daily with AC 2A/3A, Sleeper and General classes, onboard catering, and newer coach sets from July 2025
⚠️ Why Choose Regular Trains Over Special Fare Specials?
- Special fare trains like 03329/03330/03332 often use less‑maintained COVID spare rakes and hold lower priority, resulting in frequent delays, cancellations, and lower comfort. There’s also no pantry service and limited reliability.
- Regular trains—especially Ganga Damodar Express and Intercity Express—have well-defined schedules, modern coaches, and better on-time performance.
📊 Summary Table
| Direction | Special Train No. | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Frequency | Regular Alternative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dhanbad → Patna | 03329 | ~23:10 | ~05:30 | ~6 h 20 m | Daily | 13329 Ganga Damodar Express (~6 h) |
| Patna → Dhanbad | 03330 | ~23:30 | ~05:20 | ~6 h 20 m | Daily | 13330 Ganga Damodar Express |
| Patna → Dhanbad | 03332 Intercity Special | 08:30 | ~16:40 | ~8 h 10 m | Mon–Sat | 13332 Dhanbad–Patna Intercity Express |
🧭 Travel Recommendation
- Prefer 13329/13330 (Ganga Damodar Express) if you want a fast overnight journey with better reliability.
- For daytime travel, 13331/13332 (Dhanbad–Patna Intercity Express) offers more seating classes and a consistent schedule.
- Only consider special trains (03329/03330/03332) if they appear as available on IRCTC and regular trains are full—but be prepared for possible delays.
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