Special Trains between Dadar Central-Pandharpur
Holi Special Train between Mumbai-Pandharpur (Train No. 01027 / 01028) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, Central Railway has decided to run special train between Mumbai-Pandharpur-Mumbai (Train No. 01027 / 01028)
Train No. 01027 Mumbai-Pandharpur special train
Train No. 01027 Mumbai-Pandharpur Special train will leave from (Every Sun, Mon and Fri) Mumbai (DR) at 23.45 hrs & will reach Pandharpur (PVR) at 08.45 hrs and train running time between the stations 9 hour and 0 minutes.
Train No. 01028 Pandharpur-Mumbai special train
Similarly, Train No. 01028 Pandharpur-Mumbai Special train will leave from (Every Mon, Tue and Sat) Pandharpur (PVR) at 21.40 hrs & will reach Mumbai (DR) at 06.35 hrs and train running time between the stations 8 hour and 55 minutes.
Mumbai-Pandharpur Distance between the station is 417 Kilometre.
Date of Commencement of Regular Service:
Train No. 01027 from Mumbai-Pandharpur special train from 10-03-2025
Train No: 01028 from Pandharpur-Mumbai special train from 11-03-2025
Here’s the most accurate overview of special trains between Dadar Central (DR) and Pandharpur (PVR) — focusing on 2025 services:
Contents
🚉 1. Special Dadar–Pandharpur Trains (Train Nos 01027XX & 01028X)
- Historically, during festivals like Holi, Central Railway operated temporary special trains:
- No. 01027 (Dadar → Pandharpur): departed around 23:55, reached next morning ~08:45 (approx 9 hours, ~417 km)
- No. 01028 (Pandharpur → Dadar): left around 21:40, arrived ~06:35
- Operated on select days (Sun/Mon/Fri for 01027; Mon/Tue/Sat for 01028) during the festival period in 2025
- However, these 01027/01028 services were Covid-era or festival-specific and have not been listed in 2025 IRCTC/schedules. Sites like IndiaRailInfo still show entries but with historical timestamps and disclaimers about phasing out
- As of now, no active or confirmed special train is announced in 2025 between Dadar Central and Pandharpur under these numbers.
🚄 2. Regular Scheduled Service: Dadar–Satara / Pandharpur Express (11027 / 11028)
- The 11027 Dadar–Pandharpur Express (aka Satara Express) is the regular mail/express service running multiple days a week.
- Departs Dadar Central around 23:55, arrives in Pandharpur ~08:10 next morning — ~419 km in ~8 h 15 m with about 13 halts
- In return, train 11028 covers the reverse route with similar schedule and timings.
- Coaches include Sleeper, 3A, 2A, and general class; on-board catering is available at selected halts
🧍♂️ Community Insight
- Reddit users and rail enthusiasts frequently caution:
“Special trains are limited‑run… almost always delayed… lowest priority”
meaning unscheduled festival specials (like 01027/01028) typically run with uncertainties and are not reliable for planning.
📋 Summary Table
| Service Type | Train No | Frequency | Dep (DR) | Arr (PVR) | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Festival Special | 01027 / 01028 | Seasonal/Festival | ~23:55 / 21:40 | ~08:45 / 06:35 | ~9 hrs | Historic only; not active in 2025 |
| Regular Express | 11027 / 11028 | Multiple days/week | ~23:55 | ~08:10 | ~8 h 15 m | Scheduled, reliable, confirmed service |
✅ Recommendations
- If your travel is in 2025 or later, rely on the 11027/11028 Dadar–Pandharpur Express, which is a regular, scheduled train, not subject to the unpredictability of specials.
- Unless you see IRCTC booking confirmation for a 01027/01028 special, treat them as non-operational.
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