{"id":1632,"date":"2025-07-30T04:19:40","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T04:19:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?p=1632"},"modified":"2025-07-30T04:19:40","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T04:19:40","slug":"special-train-trivandrum-to-saharsa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/special-train-trivandrum-to-saharsa\/","title":{"rendered":"Special train Trivandrum to Saharsa"},"content":{"rendered":"

Special train Trivandrum to Saharsa<\/strong><\/p>\n

Special train Trivandrum to Saharsa (Train No. 06005) time table, route, frequency and fare<\/strong><\/p>\n

Train No. 06005 Trivandrum-Saharsa one-Way Special Train<\/p>\n

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 \u2013 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.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

It looks like there is no active special train<\/strong> currently running between Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) Central and Saharsa Junction<\/strong> (SHC) as of mid-2025.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\ude86 Historical: Train 06005 Thiruvananthapuram \u2192 Saharsa Festival Special<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  • Operated once during Diwali season, starting November 6, 2025<\/strong>. The train departed Trivandrum Central at 23:00 IST<\/strong> and reached Saharsa at approximately 11:15\u202fAM three days later<\/strong>, after a ~\u202f60\u2011hour journey across multiple states including Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Bihar<\/li>\n
  • Coach composition: 2 AC\u202f3-tier, 8 Sleeper, 10 General, and 3 brake\/luggage vans<\/li>\n
  • No subsequent operations<\/strong> were reported in 2025\u20132025; the train has not been scheduled since then<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    \u2139\ufe0f Current Status (as of July 31, 2025)<\/h2>\n
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    • No recurring or one-off special trains<\/strong> are currently scheduled between Trivandrum and Saharsa<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    • Platforms like India Rail Info, IRCTC, and other train-schedule aggregators list no active entries or availability indications<\/strong> for any special service on this corridor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      \u2705 Regular Travel Alternatives<\/h2>\n

      Although no direct special train exists now, you can still travel between Trivandrum and Saharsa via regular trains\u2014usually requiring one or more connections:<\/p>\n

      \ud83d\udd39 Key long-distance trains to Saharsa (from Delhi region)<\/h3>\n
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      • Poorbiya Express (15279\/15280)<\/strong>: Runs between Saharsa and Anand Vihar Terminal (Delhi)<\/strong>. Travel time ~25\u201326 hours, daily but alternating specific weekdays<\/li>\n
      • Vaishali Express (12553\/12554)<\/strong>: Runs daily between Saharsa and New Delhi<\/strong>, journey time ~24\u202fhours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        \ud83d\udd04 Proposed Route Option:<\/h3>\n
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        1. Book Thiruvananthapuram\u202f\u2192 Delhi<\/strong> (via a suitable express like Raptisagar or Korba Express).<\/li>\n
        2. Then choose either Poorbiya Express<\/strong> or Vaishali Express<\/strong> Delhi\u202f\u2192 Saharsa.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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          \u26a0\ufe0f Why Special Trains Are Risky<\/h2>\n

          Reddit and traveler reports consistently highlight:<\/p>\n

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          • Significant delays of 5\u201312 hours or more<\/strong> for special trains due to lowest operational priority<\/strong> and poor planning<\/li>\n
          • Very inconsistent schedules<\/strong>\u2014often announced last-minute or cancelled without warning<\/li>\n
          • Complaints about cleanliness<\/strong>, lack of pantry service, and poor facilities on special trains even when fares are higher<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            \ud83d\udcca Summary Table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
            Train No.<\/th>\nRoute<\/th>\nStatus<\/th>\nDeparture (TVC)<\/th>\nArrival (SHC)<\/th>\nDuration<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
            06005<\/strong><\/td>\nThiruvananthapuram \u2192 Saharsa (one-way festival special)<\/td>\nRan once in Nov 2025<\/strong><\/td>\n23:00 (Nov 6, 2025)<\/td>\n~11:15 on Day\u202f3 (Nov 9)<\/td>\n~60\u202fh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Current<\/strong><\/td>\nNo active special train<\/td>\nNot running mid\u20112025<\/strong><\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Regular Plan<\/td>\nTVC \u2192 Delhi \u2192 Saharsa via Poorbiya or Vaishali Express<\/td>\nRecommended<\/strong><\/td>\nVaries<\/td>\nSun\/Mon arrival Delhi \u2192 onward<\/td>\n~24\u202fh Delhi\u202f\u2192 Saharsa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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            \ud83e\udded Suggested Itinerary<\/h2>\n
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            1. Choose a regular train from Trivandrum to Delhi<\/strong> (e.g., Raptisagar Express, Korba Express, Azamgarh-based services).<\/li>\n
            2. After reaching Anand Vihar Terminal or New Delhi<\/strong>, connect to either:\n
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              • Poorbiya Express (15279\/15280)<\/strong> \u2014 ~25\u201326\u202fh to Saharsa<\/li>\n
              • Vaishali Express (12553\/12554)<\/strong> \u2014 ~24\u202fh to Saharsa<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
              • Book tickets on IRCTC or trusted platforms, checking seat availability and preferable classes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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                \ud83d\udca1 Final Tips<\/h2>\n
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                • Special trains like 06005 are not available now<\/strong>, and were unreliable even when active.<\/li>\n
                • Regular express options via Delhi are more dependable and safer<\/strong> in terms of schedule.<\/li>\n
                • Always monitor IRCTC announcements<\/strong> near festive months for potential temporary specials\u2014though they’re still risky.<\/li>\n
                • Let me know if you’d like help checking schedules or fare availability for this itinerary on specific dates!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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