Delhi to Patna in 13 hours: Special Vande Bharat train to run 3 days a week with only 6 stops

In light of the upcoming Diwali and Chhath festivals, the Railways has announced the operation of a special Vande Bharat train between Delhi and Patna. The train will run three days a week from October 21 to November 26, with 6 scheduled stops along the route.

The Railways has made special arrangements for passengers planning to travel home for Diwali and Chhath Puja. Given the increased rush and high demand for tickets during the festive season, a special Vande Bharat train will operate between Delhi and Patna, offering passengers a faster travel option. This 'Vande Bharat Festival Special' will run from October 21 to November 26, 2026.

The train will operate three days a week and will consist of 16 chair car coaches. It aims to provide additional convenience to passengers traveling to Bihar during the festive period.

6 Scheduled Stops

The Vande Bharat special train between Delhi and Patna will make six stops along its route:

Aligarh Junction
Kanpur Central
Prayagraj Junction
Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction
Buxar
Ara
Passengers traveling from or to these stations will also be able to avail themselves of this special service.

Schedule for the Delhi-Patna Route

Train number 02252, traveling from New Delhi to Patna, will depart at 8:35 AM and arrive at Patna Junction at 9:30 PM the same day. This train will run on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. In the return direction, train number 02251 will depart from Patna Junction at 10:00 AM and reach New Delhi at 11:30 PM. This service will be available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.

Relief for passengers during the festive season

The number of passengers traveling to Bihar increases significantly during Diwali and Chhath Puja. In this context, the operation of the Vande Bharat Special will help provide additional capacity on the Delhi-Patna route. Passengers are advised to check the train schedule and seat availability on the official railway website before booking their tickets.

Two special trips to run beforehand

Prior to the commencement of regular services, the Railways will operate two additional trips for this train. The train will depart from Delhi on October 16 and 18, while the return journeys from Patna are scheduled for October 17 and 19.