Summer Special Train between Anand Vihar Terminal – Sitamarhi
Summer Special Train between Anand Vihar Terminal – Sitamarhi (Train No. 04002) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, Central Railway has decided to run special train between Anand Vihar Terminal – Sitamarhi (Train No. 04002 / 01130)
Train No. 04002 Anand Vihar Terminal – Sitamarhi special train
Train No. 04002 Anand Vihar Terminal – Sitamarhi Special train will leave from (Fri) Anand Vihar Terminal at 23.00 hrs & will reach Sitamarhi at 00.25 hrs and train running time between the stations 25 hour and 25 minutes
Anand Vihar Terminal – Sitamarhi Distance between the station is 1186 Kilometre
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 04002 from Anand Vihar Terminal – Sitamarhi special train 09-04-2025
Here’s the latest update on the Anand Vihar Terminal ↔ Sitamarhi Summer Special for 2025:
Contents
🚄 Summer Special Train: 04098 / 04097 (Anand Vihar ↔ Sitamarhi)
📅 Operating Schedule (April–July 2025)
- 04098 (Anand Vihar → Sitamarhi): Operated every Tuesday & Friday from April 22 to July 12, 2025, departing at 05:00 AM and arriving at 02:30 AM the next day
- 04097 (Sitamarhi → Anand Vihar): Returned every Wednesday & Saturday from April 23 to July 13, 2025, leaving Sitamarhi at 03:45 AM and arriving at 01:30 AM the next day
⏱️ Journey Details
- Distance: ~1,127–1,128 km
- Duration: Approximately 21 hours 30 minutes for ANVT → SMI; 21 hours 45 minutes for the return
- Halts: 9 intermediate stops (e.g. Govindpuri, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Muzaffarpur)
- Class: Sleeper (SL) and General Unreserved; no pantry services
📌 Current Status (as of July 2025)
- The service is now marked as cancelled or no longer operational, with no further scheduled trips beyond July 13, 2025
✅ Alternatives for Travel Between Anand Vihar Terminal & Sitamarhi
Here are regular scheduled trains that run on this route:
- Lichchavi Express (14006 / 14005):
- Daily service between Anand Vihar Terminal and Sitamarhi
- Covers ~1,193 km in about 26–29 hours
- Offers AC 1st/2nd/3rd tier, Sleeper, General, with pantry car
- Sadbhavna Express (via Sitamarhi) (14008 / 14007):
- Bi‑weekly frequency
- Journey covers ~1,258 km in ~29–30 hours
- Offers AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, Sleeper, and General coaches with on-board catering
🧭 Travel Tips
- Special trains like 04098/04097 may face delays; as one user noted, special trains are often rescheduled or sidelined for higher-priority routes
- For reliable travel, opt for regular scheduled trains like the Lichchavi or Sadbhavna Express.
- Real-time booking status & seat availability can be checked on IRCTC, NTES, or the official Northern Railway updates.
📊 Summary Table
| Train No. | Route | Days of Operation | Depart / Arrive | Travel Time | Classes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04098 / 04097 | ANVT ↔ Sitamarhi | Tues & Fri; Wed & Sat | 05:00 AM / 03:45 AM | ~21 h 30–45 min | SL, Gen | Ran April–July 2025 – now cancelled |
| 14006 / 14005 | ANVT ↔ Sitamarhi | Daily | Varies | ~26–29 h | AC, SL, Gen | Regular scheduled service |
| 14008 / 14007 | ANVT ↔ Sitamarhi | Bi‑weekly | Varies | ~29–30 h | AC, SL, Gen | Regular scheduled service |
TL;DR:
- The 04098/04097 summer special served Anand Vihar → Sitamarhi from April 22 to July 13, 2025, twice‑weekly in each direction. It’s now discontinued.
- For current travel, book regular trains like Lichchavi Express (daily) or Sadbhavna Express (bi‑weekly).
- Always verify current schedule and booking options on official railway platforms.