Special train Lokmanya Tilak Terminus to Saharsa
Special train Lokmanya Tilak Terminus to Saharsa (Train No. 02151) time table, route, frequency and fare
Lokmanya Tilak Terminus-Saharsa One Way special
Train No. 02151 special will leave Lokmanya Tilak Terminus at 10.00 hrs on 9.11.2025 and arrive Saharsa at 20.15 hrs on next day.
Halts: Kalyan, Igatpuri, Nashik Road, Bhusaval, Itarsi, Jabalpur, Satna, Prayagraj Chheoki, Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn., Patna and Khagaria.
Composition: Two AC-3 Tier, 10 Sleeper Class and 7 Second Class seating
Here’s the most up‑to‑date information available on special train services between Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (Mumbai LTT) and Saharsa Junction (SHC):
Contents
🚆 1. Special Fare Summer Train – 05586 / 05585
- Train No. 05586, runs from LTT → Saharsa as a Special Fare Summer Special (one‑way)
- Departure: 16:35 from LTT (Sunday)
- Arrival: ~09:00 at Saharsa, ~40 h 25 m later (~1,949 km)
- Frequency: Weekly during limited operational window (e.g. April–July 2025)
- Classes: Sleeper (SL), AC 3‑Tier (3A), AC 2‑Tier (2A)
- Return train 05585 operates Saharsa → LTT with a similar schedule in the reverse direction
Key Notes:
- Rated as “special fare”, hence lowest network priority—delays of 5–12 hours or more are quite common.
- Chart is prepared ~4 hours before departure and amenities are limited—carry essentials.
🚆 2. Amrit Bharat Express – 11015 / 11016
A newer, higher-standard service introduced from April 24, 2025:
- Train No. 11015: LTT → Saharsa, departs ~12:00 PM (Friday), arrives around 02:00 AM after ~32–38 hours (~1,950 km)
- Train No. 11016: Reverse route Saharsa → LTT, typically runs on Sunday
- Frequency: Weekly service every Friday (outbound) and Sunday (return)
- Coach Features: Non‑AC Sleeper (SL) and General Unreserved (GS), with modern LHB rake, bio-vacuum toilets, CCTV, power outlets, reading lights—brings significantly higher reliability and amenities.
📋 Comparative Summary
| Route | Train No. | Train Type | Depart from LTT | Arrive Saharsa | Duration | Distance | Classes | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTT → Saharsa | 05586 | Special Fare | 16:35 (Sun) | ~09:00 (+2 days) | ~40 h 25 m | ~1,949 km | SL, 3A, 2A | Weekly (Apr–Jul 2025) |
| Saharsa → LTT | 05585 | Return Special Fare | ~17:45 (Wed?) | ~same arrival day | ~40 h | ~1,949 km | SL, 3A, 2A | Weekly |
| LTT → Saharsa | 11015 | Amrit Bharat Express | ~12:00 PM (Fri) | ~02:00 AM (+2 days) | ~32–38 h | ~1,950 km | SL, GS | Weekly |
| Saharsa → LTT | 11016 | Amrit Bharat Express | Sunday | ~36h travel | ~1,950 km | SL, GS | Weekly |
⚠️ Traveler Tips & Insights
- Priority & Punctuality:
Special fare trains like 05586/05585 are low priority and prone to long delays. Amrit Bharat Express (11015/11016) offers better reliability, modern coaches, and fewer delays. - Operational Windows:
Special fare services are seasonal (e.g., April–July 2025). The Amrit Bharat service began on April 24, 2025, and is the preferred long-term option. - Amenities:
No pantry on special trains—carry food. Amrit Bharat Express offers basic facilities such as charging ports, toilets, and CCTV. - Live Status & Booking:
Use NTES, IRCTC, RailYatri or SMS 139 to check real-time status on the day of travel. Chart preparation for special fare trains is done 4 h before departure.
✅ Summary
- 05586 (Mumbai LTT → Saharsa) is a weekly special fare train, slower and less reliable, active only seasonally.
- 11015/11016 is the Amrit Bharat Express, a weekly superfast service inaugurated in April 2025, providing faster, more reliable transit with modern amenities.
- If punctuality and comfort matter, prefer 11015/11016; only use 05586/05585 if it’s active and fits your specific schedule in the limited active window.
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