{"id":2963,"date":"2025-07-31T01:31:42","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T01:31:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?p=2963"},"modified":"2025-07-31T01:31:42","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T01:31:42","slug":"special-train-between-gorakhpur-chandigarh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/special-train-between-gorakhpur-chandigarh\/","title":{"rendered":"Special train between Gorakhpur \u2013 Chandigarh"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Special train between Gorakhpur \u2013 Chandigarh<\/strong><\/p>\n

Special train between Gorakhpur- Chandigarh (Train No. 04611 \/ 04924) time table, route, frequency and fare<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the convenience of passengers, Northern Railway special train between Gorakhpur \u2013 Chandigarh<\/p>\n

Train No. 04611 Gorakhpur \u2013 Chandigarh special train<\/strong><\/p>\n

Train No. 04611 Gorakhpur \u2013 Chandigarh Special train will leave from (Every Fri) Gorakhpur at 22.10 hrs & will reach Chandigarh at 14.15 hrs and train running time between the station 16h and 5 minutes.<\/p>\n

Train No. 04924 Chandigarh-Gorakhpur special train<\/strong><\/p>\n

Similarly, Train No. 04924 Chandigarh-Gorakhpur Special train will leave from (Every Thu) Chandigarh at 23.15 hrs & will reach Gorakhpur at 16.00 hrs and train running time between the station 16h and 45 minutes.<\/p>\n

Gorakhpur \u2013 Chandigarh Distance between the station is 882 Kilometer<\/p>\n

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

Train No. 04611 from Gorakhpur \u2013 Chandigarh special train from 16-10-2025 to 27-10-2025<\/p>\n

Train No: 04924 from Chandigarh \u2013 Gorakhpur special train from 15-10-2025 to 26-11-2025<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the most up-to-date and verified information on the special-fare (festival\/seasonal) AC-tagged train between Gorakhpur (GKP) and Chandigarh (CDG)<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\ude82 04518 \/ 04517 \u2013 Gorakhpur \u2194 Chandigarh Special Fare Train<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  • 04518 (Chandigarh \u2192 Gorakhpur)<\/strong>\n
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    • Operated as a festival\/summer special<\/strong>, leaving Chandigarh at ~23:15<\/strong>, arriving Gorakhpur around ~18:20<\/strong> next day<\/li>\n
    • Journey Time:<\/strong> ~19h\u202f05m over ~914\u202fkm with 7\u20138 halts (Ambala, Saharanpur, Moradabad, Bareilly, Lucknow, Gonda, Basti) \ue202turn0search10\ue202turn0search3\ue201<\/li>\n
    • Classes: AC 2-tier (2A), AC 3-tier (3A), Sleeper (SL), and 1A<\/strong> (on occasion) \ue202turn0search4\ue202turn0search11\ue201<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
    • 04517 (Return: Gorakhpur \u2192 Chandigarh)<\/strong>\n
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      • Usually departs Gorakhpur ~22:05 on Fridays<\/strong>, reaching Chandigarh next day ~14:10 (~16h 05m) \ue202turn0search4\ue202turn0search3\ue201<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        \u2139\ufe0f Important Details:<\/h3>\n
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        • This train ran during festival or summer months<\/strong> (e.g., April\u2013May 2024), typically with five trips in each direction. It may not be scheduled during other periods<\/strong> \ue202turn0search5\ue202turn0search0\ue202turn0news15\ue201.<\/li>\n
        • Operational priority is low<\/strong>: Such special trains often face delays, cancellations, and use older coach stock<\/strong>. Onboard amenities like pantry are not guaranteed. Reddit users report delays of 6\u201312+ hours<\/strong> and lack of service \ue202cite\ue202turn0reddit21\ue202turn0reddit22\ue201.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          \ud83d\ude84 Better Regular Alternatives (Fully Scheduled AC Travel)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

          Consider these more reliable options instead:<\/p>\n

          12465 \/ 12466 \u2013 Gorakhpur\u2013Chandigarh Express<\/strong> (via Lucknow)<\/em><\/h3>\n
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          • Daily or frequent service<\/li>\n
          • Offers AC 2A, 3A, Sleeper, General<\/strong>, with pantry and e-catering<\/li>\n
          • Reliable schedule and coach quality (LHB rake) \ue202turn0search19\ue202turn0search14\ue201<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            12555 \/ 12556 \u2013 Gorakhdham Superfast Express (GKP \u2194 Bathinda)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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            • Runs daily<\/strong>, but can be combined with onward connectivity to Chandigarh via Bathinda hub<\/li>\n
            • AC 1A, 2A, 3A<\/strong>, onboard catering, LHB rake, average speed ~64\u202fkm\/h \ue202turn0search18\ue201<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              \ud83d\udccb Quick Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
              Feature<\/th>\n04518\/45 Special<\/strong><\/th>\nRegular Gorakhpur\u2013Chandigarh Express (12465\/66)<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
              Frequency<\/td>\nLimited festival\/summer schedule<\/td>\nDaily or frequent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Class Options<\/td>\n1A, 2A, 3A, SL<\/td>\nAC 2A, AC 3A, SL, Gen<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Journey Duration<\/td>\n~19h or less<\/td>\n~15\u201317h<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Coach Priority<\/td>\nLow, older ICF stock<\/td>\nHigh priority, LHB trains<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Pantry \/ Catering<\/td>\n\u274c Not guaranteed<\/td>\n\u2705 Pantry or e-catering available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Reliability<\/td>\nUnpredictable<\/td>\nConsistent and dependable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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              \u2705 Recommendation<\/h2>\n
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              • Unless your travel coincides with the active window<\/strong> of the special train (and you\u2019re comfortable with its limitations), it\u2019s safer to book regular trains like the 12465\/66<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
              • These offer better on-time performance, AC-class options, catering, and consistent schedules<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
              • For flexible planning, consider connecting from Gorakhpur via Lucknow or Bathinda to Chandigarh via established superfast trains.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                Would you like:<\/p>\n

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                • \ud83d\udd52 A station-by-station timetable<\/strong> for any of these services?<\/li>\n
                • \ud83d\udcb8 Approximate fare breakdown per class<\/strong> for your travel date?<\/li>\n
                • \ud83d\udcc5 Help checking seat availability or booking options<\/strong>?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Just let me know\u2014I\u2019d be happy to assist further!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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