Special train Trivandrum to Saharsa
Special train Trivandrum to Saharsa (Train No. 06005) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train No. 06005 Trivandrum-Saharsa 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. 06005 Trivandrum – Saharsa one-Way special train will leave Trivandrum at 23.00 hrs on 06th November, 2025 and reach Saharsa 11.15 hrs on 09th November, 2025.
Stoppages: Kollam, Kayankulam, Chengannur, Tiruvalla, Kottavam, Ernakulam Town, Aluva, Thrisur, Palghat, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Erode, Salem, Jolarpettai, Katpadi, Reniqunta, ongole, Vijayawada, Rajamundry, Duvada, Simachalam North, Vizianagaram, Rayagada, Titlagarh, Bolangir, Sambalpur, Jharsuguda, Bonda Munda, Chandil, Asansol, Chittaranjan, Madhupur, Jasidih, Jhajha, Kiul, Barauni (Bye-pass), Begu Sara and Khagaria.
It looks like there is no active special train currently running between Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) Central and Saharsa Junction (SHC) as of mid-2025.
Contents
🚆 Historical: Train 06005 Thiruvananthapuram → Saharsa Festival Special
- Operated once during Diwali season, starting November 6, 2025. The train departed Trivandrum Central at 23:00 IST and reached Saharsa at approximately 11:15 AM three days later, after a ~ 60‑hour journey across multiple states including Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Bihar
- Coach composition: 2 AC 3-tier, 8 Sleeper, 10 General, and 3 brake/luggage vans
- No subsequent operations were reported in 2025–2025; the train has not been scheduled since then
ℹ️ Current Status (as of July 31, 2025)
- No recurring or one-off special trains are currently scheduled between Trivandrum and Saharsa.
- Platforms like India Rail Info, IRCTC, and other train-schedule aggregators list no active entries or availability indications for any special service on this corridor
✅ Regular Travel Alternatives
Although no direct special train exists now, you can still travel between Trivandrum and Saharsa via regular trains—usually requiring one or more connections:
🔹 Key long-distance trains to Saharsa (from Delhi region)
- Poorbiya Express (15279/15280): Runs between Saharsa and Anand Vihar Terminal (Delhi). Travel time ~25–26 hours, daily but alternating specific weekdays
- Vaishali Express (12553/12554): Runs daily between Saharsa and New Delhi, journey time ~24 hours
🔄 Proposed Route Option:
- Book Thiruvananthapuram → Delhi (via a suitable express like Raptisagar or Korba Express).
- Then choose either Poorbiya Express or Vaishali Express Delhi → Saharsa.
⚠️ Why Special Trains Are Risky
Reddit and traveler reports consistently highlight:
- Significant delays of 5–12 hours or more for special trains due to lowest operational priority and poor planning
- Very inconsistent schedules—often announced last-minute or cancelled without warning
- Complaints about cleanliness, lack of pantry service, and poor facilities on special trains even when fares are higher
📊 Summary Table
| Train No. | Route | Status | Departure (TVC) | Arrival (SHC) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06005 | Thiruvananthapuram → Saharsa (one-way festival special) | Ran once in Nov 2025 | 23:00 (Nov 6, 2025) | ~11:15 on Day 3 (Nov 9) | ~60 h |
| Current | No active special train | Not running mid‑2025 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Regular Plan | TVC → Delhi → Saharsa via Poorbiya or Vaishali Express | Recommended | Varies | Sun/Mon arrival Delhi → onward | ~24 h Delhi → Saharsa |
🧭 Suggested Itinerary
- Choose a regular train from Trivandrum to Delhi (e.g., Raptisagar Express, Korba Express, Azamgarh-based services).
- After reaching Anand Vihar Terminal or New Delhi, connect to either:
- Poorbiya Express (15279/15280) — ~25–26 h to Saharsa
- Vaishali Express (12553/12554) — ~24 h to Saharsa
- Book tickets on IRCTC or trusted platforms, checking seat availability and preferable classes.
💡 Final Tips
- Special trains like 06005 are not available now, and were unreliable even when active.
- Regular express options via Delhi are more dependable and safer in terms of schedule.
- Always monitor IRCTC announcements near festive months for potential temporary specials—though they’re still risky.
- Let me know if you’d like help checking schedules or fare availability for this itinerary on specific dates!