{"id":8518,"date":"2025-07-27T13:20:24","date_gmt":"2025-07-27T13:20:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?p=8518"},"modified":"2025-07-27T13:20:24","modified_gmt":"2025-07-27T13:20:24","slug":"summer-ac-special-train-new-delhi-varanasi-new-delhi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/summer-ac-special-train-new-delhi-varanasi-new-delhi\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer AC Special Train New Delhi-Varanasi-New Delhi"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Summer AC Special Train New Delhi-Varanasi-New Delhi<\/strong><\/p>\n

Anand Vihar T. \u2013 Banaras \u2013 Anand Vihar T.<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the convenience of passengers, Northern Railway has decided to run 04052 \/ 04051 Anand Vihar T.-Banaras-Anand Vihar T. Express fully reserved Summer Special Train as per schedule given below:-<\/p>\n

04052 \/ 04051 Anand Vihar T. \u2013 Banaras \u2013 Anand Vihar T. Express Summer Special Train (Bi-Weekly)<\/p>\n

Train No. 04052 Anand Vihar T. to Banaras, Dep: 23:00 , Arr: 11:50 ; Days of Run: Train No. 04052 Ex Anand Vihar T. from 01.05.2025 to 26.06.2025 on every Friday and Sunday (Bi-Weekly)<\/p>\n

Train No. 04051 Banaras to Anand Vihar T., Dep: 17:30 , Arr: 08.05 ; Days of Run: Train No. 04051 Ex Banaras from 02.05.2022 to 27.06.2025 on every Saturday and Monday (Bi-Weekly).<\/p>\n

Accommodation: First AC cum AC 2 Tier, AC 3 Tier & Sleeper<\/p>\n

Stoppages: Kanpur Central, Prayagraj, Janghai Jn. & Bhadohi Station.<\/p>\n

For detailed halts and timings of above trains please visit www.enquiry.indianrail.gov.in or download NTES App.<\/p>\n

All norms of State & Central Government regarding COVID-19 including social distancing, sanitization etc should be followed in trains and at the Railway stations.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the verified information on the AC Special Fare Summer Special between New Delhi and Varanasi<\/strong> (and back), operated by Northern Railway in 2025<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\ude86 New Delhi \u2194 Varanasi AC Special \u2014 Train Nos. 04024 \/ 04023<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\ud83d\udd39 04024 \u2013 New Delhi \u2192 Varanasi<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • Departed Old Delhi Junction (DLI) at 19:30 hrs<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Arrived at Varanasi Junction (BSB) around 09:45 hrs<\/strong> the next morning<\/li>\n
  • Covered ~788\u202fkm in ~14\u202fh\u202f15\u202fmin<\/strong>, with 7 intermediate stops<\/strong> including Ghaziabad, Moradabad, Lucknow, Rae Bareli, and Belhadevi Dham
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  • Operated for six consecutive trips<\/strong>: from 10 April to 15 April 2025<\/strong> outbound; return operated from Varanasi between 11\u201316 April 2025<\/strong>.
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  • Offered classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S<\/strong>, with SL\/Sleeper and General<\/strong> included alongside AC. No pantry car, but e\u2011catering available at major halts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    \ud83d\udd39 04023 \u2013 Varanasi \u2192 New Delhi<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    • Departed Varanasi at ~18:35 hrs<\/strong>, arriving Old Delhi Jn around 09:00 hrs<\/strong> the next morning.<\/li>\n
    • Coaches similar to outbound, across reserved and unreserved classes.
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      \ud83d\udccb Summary Table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      Direction<\/th>\nTrain No.<\/th>\nDeparture<\/th>\nArrival<\/th>\nDuration<\/th>\nFrequency<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
      New Delhi \u2192 Varanasi<\/td>\n04024<\/strong><\/td>\n19:30 (DLI) Day 1<\/td>\n~09:45 (BSB) Day 2<\/td>\n~14\u202fh 15\u202fm<\/td>\nDaily (10\u201315 Apr 2025)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Varanasi \u2192 New Delhi<\/td>\n04023<\/strong><\/td>\n~18:35 (BSB) Day 1<\/td>\n~09:00 (DLI) Day 2<\/td>\n~14\u202fh 25\u202fm<\/td>\nDaily (11\u201316 Apr 2025)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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      \u26a0\ufe0f Advisory Notes<\/h2>\n
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      • These are special fare trains<\/strong> with low track priority<\/strong>, meaning frequent delays and schedule slippage are common.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        \u201cSpecial trains\u2026 they are given least priority\u2026 delays of 10\u202fhrs are very common.\u201d
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        • Coach availability and departures may shift due to last\u2011minute rake changes; always check NTES or IRCTC Live Status<\/strong> before travel.<\/li>\n
        • Fares higher than regular trains<\/strong>, even though coach amenities may not match priority trains.
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          \u2705 Alternative Recommended Trains<\/h2>\n

          If available, these regular trains offer better reliability and comfort:<\/p>\n

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          • 22436\/22435 Vande Bharat Express<\/strong> \u2014 New Delhi \u2194 Varanasi in ~08\u202fh, AC-only with onboard catering and smart amenities.
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          • 12559\/12560 Shiv Ganga Express<\/strong> \u2014 Daily AC + Sleeper, ~10\u202fh travel, consistently high priority.
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          • 22417\/22418 Varanasi Mahamana Express<\/strong> \u2014 Tri\u2011weekly, includes 1A\/2A\/3A\/Sleeper, with regular pantry service.
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            \ud83e\udded Planning Tips<\/h2>\n
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            1. Book early<\/strong> (IRCTC\/PRS) for 04024\/23 if they match your schedule.<\/li>\n
            2. Prefer regular express or Vande Bharat trains for punctuality, onboard amenities, and value for money<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
            3. Always track NTES or IRCTC Live Running Status<\/strong> prior to boarding due to possible delays.<\/li>\n
            4. If traveling after July 1, note that Indian Railways instituted a minor fare hike<\/strong>, including AC and Sleeper classes.
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              \u2705 Which Would You Like Next?<\/h3>\n
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              • \ud83d\udd52 A station-wise timetable<\/strong> for 04024\/04023?<\/li>\n
              • \ud83d\udcb0 Fare breakdown<\/strong> by class (1A, 2A, 3A, SL)?<\/li>\n
              • \ud83d\udd0d Seat availability \/ PNR check<\/strong> for upcoming runs?<\/li>\n
              • \ud83d\udcc5 Comparison with Vande Bharat or Shiv Ganga options?<\/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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