Special train MGR Chennai Central to New Jalpaiguri
Special train MGR Chennai Central to New Jalpaiguri
Special train MGR Chennai Central to New Jalpaiguri (Train No. 06002) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train No. 06002 Dr. MGR Chennai Central-New Jalpaiguri one-Way Special Train
With the composition of Two AC 3-Tier Coaches, Eight Sleeper Class Coaches, Ten General Second Class Coaches and Three Luggage cum Brake Vans, Train No. 06002 Dr. MGR Chennai Central-New Jalpaiguri one-Way special train will leave Dr. MGR Chennai Central at 23.00 hrs on 05th November, 2025 and reach New Jalpaiguri at 17.00 hrs on 07th November, 2025.
Stoppages: ongole, Vijayawada, Raiamundrv, Duvada, Simachalam North, Vizianaqaram, Palasa, Berhampur, Khurda Road, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Kharaqpur, Bhatta Nagar, Bardaman, Rampurhat, Malda Town, Barsoi and Kishanqanj.
It looks like there is a train titled “MGR Chennai Central – New Jalpaiguri Special” with the following details:
Contents
🚆 Train 02611 / 02612 – MGR Chennai Central → New Jalpaiguri Special
- Train No. 02611 (Chennai → NJP)
- Runs on Wednesdays only, as a special COV‑reserved rake service
- Departs MGR Chennai Central (MAS) at 10:45 AM
- Arrives New Jalpaiguri Junction (NJP) around ~3:30–4:15 AM on Day 3, for a total journey time of about 41 h 15–30 min covering ~2308–2296 km with 24 stops across Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Bihar, and West Bengal
- Classes available: AC 2‑Tier, AC 3‑Tier, Sleeper (SL), Second Seating (2S)
- Train No. 02612 runs the reverse journey (NJP → Chennai) on Fridays, completing the same duration and route.
🔍 Is It Currently Running?
- This service appears to be a special‑category train, not a recurring regular express. Its operation depends on special/service schedules, possibly for COVID‑related period or festival-specific timing.
- The existence of seats, running days, and timetable in sources like Travelkhana suggests it was scheduled in recent times—but there is no official confirmation if it continues into mid‑2025. On some platforms, it is still listed as running on Wednesdays, but status may change anytime.
⚠️ Warnings for Special Trains
- Special trains—especially long-distance ones like MAS → NJP—often suffer significant delays, sometimes 6–10+ hours, due to lowest operational priority on busy routes
- Reddit users advise:
“Special trains are notoriously delayed… Time has no meaning for special trains.
📊 Summary Table
| Train No. | Route | Frequency | Dep. (Chennai) | Arr. (NJP) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02611 | Chennai → New Jalpaiguri | Wednesdays only | 10:45 AM | ~3:30 AM (Day 3) | ≈ 41 h 15–30 m |
| 02612 | New Jalpaiguri → Chennai | Fridays only | — | — | Same duration |
✅ Travel Recommendations
- If your intended travel date is a Wednesday (MAS → NJP) or Friday (NJP → MAS), you may be able to book Train 02611/02612 if it’s active.
- Check IRCTC and official Indian Railways updates regularly—they may cancel or extend runs of such special trains on short notice.
- Use apps like Where Is My Train or passenger feedback to check recent punctuality and cancellations before booking, especially nearer to travel date.
- If you need more reliable service, consider booking regular weekly trains like Train 22611 / 22612 – MGR Chennai Central Superfast Express, which runs weekly, though not labeled “special” but more stable schedule
Would you like help checking availability for a specific date or guidance on booking the regular superfast option (22611/22612)?