New Delhi-Patna Special Vande Bharat Express will start on October 16 for Diwali and Chhath 2026. Check the route, timings, dates and Prayagraj halt.
Indian Railways has announced a special 16-coach Vande Bharat Express between New Delhi and Patna to accommodate the expected rush during Diwali and Chhath Puja 2026. The train will operate via Kanpur and Prayagraj, offering passengers an additional travel option during the festive season.
The New Delhi-Patna Special Vande Bharat Express is scheduled to begin operations on October 16. The special service is intended to make festive travel more convenient for passengers travelling from the national capital to Uttar Pradesh and Bihar to celebrate the festivals with their families.
New Delhi-Patna Vande Bharat Special Train Schedule
According to the announced schedule, train number 02252, operating from New Delhi to Patna, will run on October 16 and October 18. The return service, train number 02251, from Patna to New Delhi, will operate on October 17 and October 19.
Following these initial trips, the service will run three days a week from October 21 to November 26. The train will depart from New Delhi every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. In the opposite direction, it will leave Patna every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.
The New Delhi-Patna Special Vande Bharat Express will provide an additional option for passengers planning their journeys during the busy Diwali and Chhath festival period.
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Timings and Halt at Prayagraj Junction
Passengers travelling from New Delhi to Patna will be able to board the special train at 8:35 AM. The train is scheduled to arrive at Prayagraj Junction at 3:45 PM and depart five minutes later, at 3:50 PM. It will reach Patna at 9:30 PM.
For the return journey, the train will depart from Patna at 10:00 AM. It will arrive at Prayagraj Junction at 3:35 PM and leave at 3:40 PM after a five-minute halt. The train is scheduled to reach New Delhi at 11:30 PM.
The New Delhi-Patna Special Vande Bharat Express will connect important stations along the route, including Kanpur and Prayagraj, making it a useful option for passengers travelling between Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.
Railway Arrangements for Diwali and Chhath Puja
Diwali and Chhath Puja are among the major festivals that lead to a significant increase in railway passenger traffic, particularly on routes connecting Delhi with Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh. Special train services can help provide additional travel options during this period of high demand.
With its 16-coach configuration, the New Delhi-Patna Special Vande Bharat Express is expected to assist passengers planning festive journeys between the two cities. Its scheduled halt at Prayagraj Junction will also benefit travellers using this important railway station.
Passengers should check the latest timetable, ticket availability and other travel details through official Indian Railways channels before departure. Confirming the applicable operating date is particularly important because the service follows a specific festive schedule.
The New Delhi-Patna Special Vande Bharat Express will operate on selected dates in October before continuing with its three-day weekly schedule through November 26, providing an additional rail travel option during the Diwali and Chhath festivities.
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