{"id":2174,"date":"2025-07-31T09:56:14","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T09:56:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?p=2174"},"modified":"2025-07-31T09:56:14","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T09:56:14","slug":"special-train-between-kolkata-gorakhpur","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/special-train-between-kolkata-gorakhpur\/","title":{"rendered":"Special train between Kolkata-Gorakhpur"},"content":{"rendered":"

Special train between Kolkata-Gorakhpur<\/strong><\/p>\n

Special train between Kolkata-Gorakhpur (Train No. 05047 \/ 05048) time table, route, frequency and fare<\/strong><\/p>\n

Special train between Kolkata-Gorakhpur (Train No. 05051 \/ 05052<\/a>) \u2014 Click Here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Special train between Gorakhpur-Kolkata (Train No. 05049 \/ 05050<\/a>) \u2014 Click Here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Eastern Railway Puja, Diwali, Dussehra, Chhath Puja and Festival Special Trains Full List \u2014 Click Here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Train No. 05048 Gorakhpur-Kolkata Festival Special will leave Gorakhpur at 11.30 hrs. on every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Friday between 20.10.2025 & 30.11.2025 (24 trips) to reach Kolkata at 4.45 hrs. on the next day<\/p>\n

Train No. 05047 Kolkata-Gorakhpur Festival Special will leave Kolkata at 14.30 hrs. on every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday between 22.10.2025 & 1.12.2025 (24 trips) to reach Gorakhpur at 7.45 hrs. on the next day.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the latest available information on special trains operating between Kolkata and Gorakhpur<\/strong>, particularly during festival or seasonal surges in 2025:<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\ude82 1. Kolkata \u2194 Gorakhpur Festival Special (Train Nos. 05051 \/ 05052<\/strong>)<\/h2>\n
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  • 05051<\/strong> (Kolkata Chitpur KOAA \u2192 Gorakhpur Jn GKP):\n
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    • Departs Kolkata at 13:20<\/strong> and arrives at Gorakhpur at 08:30<\/strong> the next day.<\/li>\n
    • Travel time: ~19\u202fh\u202f10\u202fmin, covering ~906\u2013907\u202fkm with 23\u201325 stops<\/li>\n
    • Classes: Sleeper (SL), AC\u20113 Tier (3A), 2S, and 3A Economy (3E)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
    • 05052<\/strong> (Gorakhpur \u2192 Kolkata Chitpur):\n
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      • Departs Gorakhpur at 12:05<\/strong>, arrives Kolkata at 11:20<\/strong> the next day.<\/li>\n
      • Travel time: ~23\u202fh\u202f15\u202fmin, about 907\u202fkm, with roughly 7\u201325 halts depending on the route<\/li>\n
      • Operates weekly, typically on Saturdays<\/strong> (confirm official schedule before travel)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        These trains usually run during major festivals like Diwali, Chhath, Durga Puja, etc., under the “Special Fare” category.<\/p>\n

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        2. Purvanchal Express Regular Services<\/h2>\n

        While not special trains, these are regular express trains between Kolkata and Gorakhpur:<\/p>\n

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        • Trains 15047\/15048 (via Siwan):<\/strong> Operate 4 days\/week, ~860\u202fkm in ~17\u202fh\u202f15\u202fmin.<\/li>\n
        • 15049\/15050 (via Ballia):<\/strong> Bi\u2011weekly, ~880\u202fkm in ~19\u202fh 55\u202fmin.<\/li>\n
        • 15051\/15052 (via Narkatiaganj):<\/strong> Weekly, ~877\u202fkm in ~17\u202fh 35\u202fmin. Classes include AC\u20112, AC\u20113, Sleeper, General<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          These services are year\u2011round and tend to have better punctuality and frequency compared to festival specials.<\/p>\n

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          \ud83d\udccb Comparison Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
          Type of Service<\/strong><\/th>\nTrain Nos.<\/strong><\/th>\nFrequency<\/strong><\/th>\nTravel Time<\/strong><\/th>\nClasses<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
          Festival Special (KOAA\u2192GKP)<\/td>\n05051 \/ 05052<\/td>\nWeekly (seasonal)<\/td>\n~19\u202fh \u2192 \/ ~23\u202fh \u2190<\/td>\nSL, 3A, 2S, 3E<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Purvanchal Express (regular)<\/td>\n15047\/48, 15049\/50, 15051\/52<\/td>\nMultiple per week<\/td>\n~17\u201319\u202fh<\/td>\n2A, 3A, SL, General<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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          \u26a0\ufe0f Key Tips<\/h2>\n
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          • Special trains like 05051\/05052<\/strong> are typically run only during festivals (e.g., late October to early December in earlier years) and are temporary<\/strong>\u2014check if they’re active for upcoming festivals.<\/li>\n
          • These specials often face delays and have limited frequency<\/strong>, making planning more challenging<\/li>\n
          • For assured travel, Purvanchal Express trains<\/strong> are more reliable, run year-round, and offer multiple daily options.<\/li>\n
          • Ticketing & Reservations<\/strong>: Booking opens closer to the travel period; charts are prepared 3\u20134 hours before departure. For specials, tickets sell quickly\u2014booking early is recommended.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            \u2705 What You Can Do Next<\/h2>\n
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            • Check the official IRCTC website<\/strong> or the Eastern Railway announcements<\/strong> to confirm whether 05051\/05052<\/strong> service is currently scheduled.<\/li>\n
            • If you’re planning travel for a festival (e.g. upcoming Durga Puja or Chhath), these specials may resume\u2014check 4\u20136 weeks ahead<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
            • Alternatively, book on Purvanchal Express (15047\u201315052)<\/strong> for guaranteed and frequent connectivity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Would you like help checking availability for a specific date or help planning alternative train options?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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