{"id":2834,"date":"2025-07-31T15:55:42","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T15:55:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?p=2834"},"modified":"2025-07-31T15:55:42","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T15:55:42","slug":"special-train-between-patna-jammu-tawi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/special-train-between-patna-jammu-tawi\/","title":{"rendered":"Special train between Patna-Jammu Tawi"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Special train between Patna-Jammu Tawi<\/strong><\/p>\n

Special train between Patna-Jammu Tawi (Train No. 02355 \/ 02356) time table, route, frequency and fare<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the convenience of passengers, East Central Railway Railway has decided to run special train between Patna-Jammu Tawi-Patna (Train No. 02355 \/ 02356)<\/p>\n

Train No. 02355 Patna-Jammu Tawi special train<\/strong><\/p>\n

Train No. 02355 Patna-Jammu Tawi Special train will leave from (Every Tue, Sat) Patna at 07.25 hrs & will reach Jammu Tawi at 10.37 hrs and train running time between the station 27 hour and 12 minutes.<\/p>\n

Train No. 02356 Jammu Tawi-Patna special train<\/strong><\/p>\n

Similarly, Train No. 02356 Jammu Tawi-Patna Special train will leave from (Every Sun, Wed) Jammu Tawi at 17.45 hrs & will reach Patna at 20.55 hrs and train running time between the station 27 hour and 10 minutes.<\/p>\n

Patna-Jammu Tawi Distance between the station is 1508 Kilometer<\/p>\n

Date of Commencement of Service:<\/p>\n

Train No. 02355 from Patna-Jammu Tawi special train 20-10-2025 to 28-11-2025<\/p>\n

Train No: 02356 from Jammu Tawi-Patna special train 21-10-2025 to 29-11-2025<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the most accurate and up-to-date information on train services between Patna Junction (PNBE) and Jammu Tawi (JAT)<\/strong>, with details on both regular express services<\/strong> and any known special fare train activations<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\ude86 1. Festival \/ Seasonal Special Service \u2013 Train 02355 \/ 02356<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  • 02355 \u2013 Patna \u2192 Jammu Tawi (Festival Special)<\/strong>\n
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    • Operated during high-demand festival windows such as Holi or Diwali.<\/li>\n
    • Departs PNBE around 07:20 AM<\/strong>, arriving JAT ~27\u202fhours later (~10:20 AM on the second day). Covers ~1,508\u202fkm with ~18 stops.<\/li>\n
    • Classes: 2A, 3A, Sleeper, 2S under Tatkal\/general quotas only<\/strong>; no pantry service<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
    • 02356 \u2013 Jammu Tawi \u2192 Patna (Festival Special)<\/strong>\n
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      • Runs return leg on select days, typically Sunday & Wednesday<\/strong>, departing JAT ~05:45 PM and arriving PNBE around 1 day 3 hours later.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        \u26a0\ufe0f These specials are temporarily scheduled<\/strong>, with limited amenities, and often delayed due to lower operational priority.<\/p>\n

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        \ud83d\ude84 2. Regular Superfast Trains<\/h2>\n

        12355 \/ 12356 \u2013 Archana Express (Patna\u2013Jammu Tawi)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        • 12355<\/strong>: Departs PNBE around 07:20 AM<\/strong> on Tuesday & Saturday<\/strong>, reaching JAT after ~27 hours (~10:20 AM next day).<\/li>\n
        • Offers AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, Sleeper, General; includes pantry<\/strong>, reserved seating<\/strong>, and uses LHB coaches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          12331 \u2013 Himgiri Express<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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          • Departs PNBE at 10:15 AM<\/strong> on select days (Wed, Sat, Sun), reaching JAT in ~26\u202fh\u202f45\u202fm<\/strong>. Often the fastest train<\/strong> on this route.<\/li>\n
          • Classes: AC, Sleeper, General; amenities include pantry and reserved seating.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            15097 \u2013 Bhagalpur\u2013Jammu Tawi Amarnath Express<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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            • Though originating at Bhagalpur, it serves PNBE via major stations. Covers ~1,781\u202fkm in ~36\u202fh\u202f45\u202fm once a week.<\/li>\n
            • Fully reserved (2A, 3A, SL classes), pantry available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              \ud83d\udccb Quick Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
              Train No.<\/th>\nService Type<\/th>\nFrequency<\/th>\nDuration<\/th>\nClasses<\/th>\nAmenities<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
              02355 \/ 56<\/strong><\/td>\nFestival Special<\/td>\nSeasonal (if active)<\/td>\n~27\u202fh<\/td>\n2A, 3A, SL, 2S<\/td>\nNo pantry; limited seating<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              12355 \/ 56<\/strong><\/td>\nArchana Express<\/td>\nBi\u2011weekly (Tue, Sat)<\/td>\n~27\u202fh<\/td>\n2A, 3A, SL, GS<\/td>\nPantry, reserved seats<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              12331<\/strong><\/td>\nHimgiri Express<\/td>\nTri\u2011weekly (Wed\/Fri\/Sun)<\/td>\n~26\u202fh45\u202fm<\/td>\nAC, SL, GS<\/td>\nPantry, faster route<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              15097 \/ 98<\/strong><\/td>\nAmarnath Exp (via PNBE)<\/td>\nWeekly<\/td>\n~36\u202fh45\u202fm<\/td>\n2A, 3A, SL<\/td>\nPantry, reserved berths<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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              \u2705 Recommendations<\/h2>\n
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              • For reliable reserved travel<\/strong> with catering, prefer Himgiri Express (12331)<\/strong> or Archana Express (12355\/56)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
              • The special fare train (02355\/56)<\/strong> is suitable only if running during festival periods\u2014but lacks amenities and operates with low priority.<\/li>\n
              • Reservation opening<\/strong>: ~60 days in advance via IRCTC. Special trains use general\/Tatkal quotas only.<\/li>\n
              • Need help monitoring for special train activation?<\/strong> I can track IRCTC or regional bulletins to notify you when 02355\/56 is scheduled.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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

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