{"id":8540,"date":"2025-07-27T13:36:37","date_gmt":"2025-07-27T13:36:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?p=8540"},"modified":"2025-07-27T13:36:37","modified_gmt":"2025-07-27T13:36:37","slug":"summer-special-train-mumbai-gorakhpur-mumbai-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/summer-special-train-mumbai-gorakhpur-mumbai-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Special Train Mumbai-Gorakhpur-Mumbai"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Summer Special Train Mumbai-Gorakhpur-Mumbai<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mumbai-Gorakhpur-Mumbai<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the convenience of passengers and with a view to meet the travel demand, Western Railway has decided to run summer special trains on Special fare.<\/p>\n

According to a press release issued by Shri Sumit Thakur \u2013 Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Railway, the details of the Summer Special trains are as under:<\/p>\n

Train No. 05054 \/ 05053 Bandra Terminus \u2013 Gorakhpur Special (Weekly) [22 Trips]<\/p>\n

Train No. 05054 Bandra Terminus \u2013 Gorakhpur Special will leave Bandra Terminus every Saturday at 19.25 hrs & will reach Gorakhpur at 06.25 hrs the third day. This train will run from 16th April, 2025 to 25th June 2025.<\/p>\n

Similarly, Train No. 05053 Gorakhpur \u2013 Bandra Terminus Special will depart from Gorakhpur every Friday at 04.10 hrs & will arrive Bandra Terminus at 16.00 hrs the next day. This train will run from 15th April, 2025 till 24h June, 2025.<\/p>\n

Enroute this train will halt at Borivali, Vapi, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara Jn, Ratlam Jn, Kota Jn, Gangapur City, Bharatpur Jn, Achhnera Jn, Mathura Jn, Kasganj, Farrukhabad, Kannauj, Kanpur Central, Aishbag, Gonda Jn, Basti and Khalilabad stations in both directions. This train comprises of Second Class Seating coaches.<\/p>\n

For detailed information regarding timings of halts and composition, passengers may please visit www.enquiry.indianrail.gov.in.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the confirmed information on the Mumbai \u2192 Gorakhpur \u2192 Mumbai Summer Special \/ Festival Special Trains<\/strong> introduced by Western and Central Railways<\/strong> during Holi and early summer 2025:<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\ude86 Special-Fare\/Loco-based Mumbai\u2013Gorakhpur Seasonal Trains<\/h2>\n

Train 01115 \u2013 LTT Mumbai \u2192 Gorakhpur (Special Fare AC Summer Special)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • Departs from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT)<\/strong> at 12:15 hrs<\/strong>, runs weekly<\/strong>, journey ~38h 30m<\/strong>, arriving Gorakhpur at 02:45 hrs (Day 3)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  • Covers ~1,823 km<\/strong> with 18 stops including Kalyan, Bhusaval, Jabalpur, Satna, Kanpur, Lucknow, Basti, etc.
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    Train 01235 \u2013 LTT Mumbai \u2192 Gorakhpur (AC Festival Special)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    • Holiday-special AC express<\/strong>, departs LTT at 16:40 hrs<\/strong>, arrives GKP at 23:55 hrs (Day 3)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    • Total travel time ~31h 15m<\/strong> over ~1,676\u202fkm with ~16 stops.
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      Train 05326 \/ 05325 \u2013 LTT \u2194 Gorakhpur (Holi Special, Central Railway)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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      • 05326 (Outbound)<\/strong>: Departs LTT at 10:20 hrs<\/strong>, arrives Gorakhpur ~20:00 hrs next day.<\/li>\n
      • Operated on alternating Thursdays & Mondays<\/strong> between March 13\u201324, 2025 (4 trips total).<\/li>\n
      • 05325 (Return)<\/strong>: Departs Gorakhpur at 19:00 hrs<\/strong>, arriving LTT ~06:50 hrs two days later.\n
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        • Coach composition: AC\u20113 Tier, Sleeper, General classes.
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          \ud83d\udcdd Service Summary Table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
          Train No.<\/th>\nRoute<\/th>\nDeparts Mumbai (LTT)<\/th>\nArrival GKP<\/th>\nFrequency<\/th>\nDuration<\/th>\nDistance<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
          01115<\/strong><\/td>\nLTT \u2192 Gorakhpur<\/td>\n12:15 hrs (Day 1)<\/td>\n~02:45 hrs (Day 3)<\/td>\nWeekly<\/td>\n~38 h 30 m<\/td>\n~1,823 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          01235<\/strong><\/td>\nAC Festival Special<\/td>\n16:40 hrs (Day 1)<\/td>\n~23:55 hrs (Day 3)<\/td>\nSeasonal<\/td>\n~31 h 15 m<\/td>\n~1,676 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          05326\/25<\/strong><\/td>\nLTT \u2194 Gorakhpur (Holi)<\/td>\n10:20 hrs (Mon\/Thu)<\/td>\n~20:00 hrs (Day 2)<\/td>\nBi\u2011weekly<\/td>\n~34\u201335 h<\/td>\n~1,700+ km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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          \u2139\ufe0f Notes & Travel Tips<\/h2>\n
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          • Low priority<\/strong>: Unlike regular express trains, these specials have lower precedence, often leading to delays of 6\u201312+ hours<\/strong>, especially in congested zones.<\/li>\n
          • Bookings<\/strong>:\n
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            • 01115 & 01235: Bookable via IRCTC\/PRS; reserved classes only.<\/li>\n
            • 05326\/25 Holi trains: Booking opened mid\u2011March 2025; had limited runs around Holi.
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            • Coach Composition<\/strong>:\n
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              • 01115: AC\u2011First, 2A, 3A only.<\/li>\n
              • 01235: AC only.<\/li>\n
              • 05326\/25: Mix of AC\u20113A, Sleeper, and General coaches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
              • No pantry service<\/strong>\u2014carry food and water or rely on station e\u2011catering for long journeys.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                \u2705 Alternatives for Mumbai\u2013Gorakhpur Travel<\/h2>\n
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                • Regular trains<\/strong> with reliable schedules:\n
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                  • Godan Express (11055\/11056)<\/strong>: LTT \u2194 GKP, ~33h 20m journey, runs 4\u00d7 weekly.
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                  • Kushinagar Superfast Express (22537\/22538)<\/strong>: Daily service via Itarsi\u2013Prayagraj, ~30h 25m, includes pantry.
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                  • Kashi Express (15017\/15018)<\/strong>: Daily via LTT\u2013Lucknow axis (~36h 15m).
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                  • Bandra Terminus\u2013Gorakhpur Express (15068\/15067)<\/strong>: Weekly via Barhni; ~38h journey.
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                    These offer better punctuality and regular availability compared to time-bound specials.<\/p>\n

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                    \ud83d\udd14 Should You Choose Special Trains?<\/h2>\n

                    Check these vehicles if:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                    • You’re tied to festive dates (e.g. Holi) and need alternatives when regular trains are full.<\/li>\n
                    • You\u2019re flexible with travel time and can accommodate potential delay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Otherwise, opt for regular trains (Godan, Kushinagar, Kashi) for:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                      • More dependable departure\/arrival times.<\/li>\n
                      • Better frequency and availability across seasons.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                        Would you like:<\/p>\n

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                        • A full timetable with halts and station timings<\/strong> for 01115 or 05326?<\/li>\n
                        • A fare comparison<\/strong> between these specials and regular trains (in 2A, 3A, SL)?<\/li>\n
                        • Seat availability\/P\u00adNR inquiry<\/strong> on upcoming trips?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          Happy to fetch more details if needed!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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