Special train Tatanagar to Sitamarhi
Special train Tatanagar to Sitamarhi (Train No. 08005) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train No. 08005 Tatanagar-Sitamarhi Special
Train No. 08005 Tatanagar-Sitamarhi Special will leave Tatanagar on 08/11/2025 at 10.00 hrs and will reach Sitamarhi at 23.55 hrs on same day.
This special train will have two AC 3 Tier, eight Sleeper Class and nine general second class coaches.
Here’s what I found about a festival or special train from Tatanagar (TATA) to Sitamarhi (SMI):
🚆 Tatanagar → Sitamarhi One‑Way Festival Special (Train No. 08005 / 08005XX)
- Type: One-way special fare service from Tatanagar Junction (TATA) to Sitamarhi Junction (SMI)
- Departure (from Tatanagar): Around 10:00 hrs
- Arrival (at Sitamarhi): Around 23:55 hrs same day
- Journey Length: ~382 km in ~14 h (based on route and timing specifics on multiple segments)
- Coach Composition: Approx. 2 AC 3‑tier, 8 Sleeper (SL), 9 Second Sitting (2S/general) coaches
- Frequency: Operated only on specific festival or high‑demand dates—not a regularly scheduled train
❌ No Return Service: Sitamarhi → Tatanagar
- There is no corresponding special service listed from Sitamarhi to Tatanagar under this train number (08005). It appears to operate only in one direction
🧾 Summary Table
| Direction | Train No. | Depart from TATA | Arrive at SMI | Duration | Distance | Coach Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tatanagar → Sitamarhi | 08005 / 08005XX | ~10:00 hrs | ~23:55 hrs | ~14 h | ~380–400 km | 3A, SL, 2S |
⚠️ Notes on Special Fare Trains
- These trains operate on special/festival schedules only and are not part of the regular timetable.
- They run with lowest priority, meaning they are frequently heavily delayed or sometimes run only if demand exists.
- Multiple passengers report:
“Specials don’t have a real time table and are run on ‘best effort, mercy and good will’.
“Specials are notoriously delayed most of the times… Regular trains overtake them.
✅ Travel Recommendations
- Check live running status before travel via NTES, IRCTC app, or send SMS with train number to 139 on the journey day.
- Expect delays—plan buffer time especially if you have onward connections.
- Carry essentials, including water and snacks, as onboard pantry services are often not available.
- If return travel is needed from Sitamarhi, consider booking a regular Mail/Express train for a scheduled, reliable option.
Would you like me to check if a similar special return service has been scheduled for a particular upcoming festival or date? Or should I fetch the real‑time running status if this route is active today?