Holi Special Trains: Big Relief! Indian Railways to Start Special Trains from Delhi to Bihar to Ease Festive Rush, Check Details

Holi Special Trains: With Holi just around the corner, a large number of people are heading back to their hometowns in Bihar. However, regular trains are already full, and getting a confirmed ticket has become a struggle due to long waiting lists. On top of that, flight fares have surged, making travel even more difficult.

To help passengers during this festive rush, Indian Railways has introduced several Holi Special Trains from Delhi to Bihar. Every year, special trains are launched to manage the huge demand during Holi, and this year is no exception. These extra trains will make the journey more convenient for travelers, ensuring they can celebrate the festival with their loved ones without hassle.

Full List and Schedule of Holi Special Trains from Delhi to Bihar

During festivals, trains to Bihar experience an extreme surge in passengers, often leading to overcrowded compartments and long waitlists. To manage the situation, Indian Railways has introduced Holi Special Trains connecting Delhi to multiple districts in Bihar. Here are the details of these special trains running during Holi:

1. Delhi to Darbhanga Holi Special Train

Passengers traveling to Darbhanga can now book tickets on a Holi Special Train running between Delhi and Darbhanga.

• Train Number: 04012
• Departure Station: Old Delhi Railway Station
• Departure Time: 7:30 PM
• Travel Dates: March 4, 7, 11, 14, and 18
• Route: The train will pass through Bareilly, Lucknow and Gorakhpur before reaching Darbhanga at 4:30 PM the next day.

For the return journey, Train Number 04011 will run from Darbhanga Railway Station to Delhi on March 5, 8, 12, 15, and 19.

2. Delhi to Raxaul Holi Special Train

For passengers traveling to Raxaul, Indian Railways has introduced another special train to ensure smoother travel during Holi.

• Train Number: 04026
• Departure Station: Old Delhi Railway Station
• Travel Dates: March 6, 13, and 20
• Route: The train will stop at Hapur, Moradabad, and Gorakhpur before reaching Raxaul.

For the return journey, this special train will operate from Raxaul Railway Station to Delhi on March 7, 14, and 21.

3. Anand Vihar to Saharsa Holi Special Train

Another Holi Special Train has been scheduled to run between Anand Vihar and Saharsa to cater to the rising demand.

• Train Number: 05578
• Departure Station: Anand Vihar Railway Station
• Departure Time: 5:15 AM
• Route: The train will pass through Ghaziabad and Gorakhpur, reaching Saharsa on the third day at 10:30 AM.

Indian Railways to Run More Special Trains for Holi

To prevent overcrowding and ensure smoother travel, Indian Railways is expected to introduce more special trains during Holi. Passengers are advised to check ticket availability and book their seats in advance. The initiative aims to make festive travel hassle-free and provide much-needed relief to those heading home for the celebrations.