05048 Banaras to Kolkatta Terminal Special

Running days and dates

Tue · 6 Oct – 24 Nov · 8 runs

• 6 Oct
• 13 Oct
• 20 Oct
• 27 Oct
• 3 Nov
• 10 Nov
• 17 Nov
• 24 Nov

Questions about train 05048

When does train 05048 run?

Train 05048 runs on Tue from 6 October 2026 to 24 November 2026 — 8 running dates in this period, as published by Indian Railways.

What time does 05048 leave Banaras and reach Kolkatta Terminal?

It departs Banaras at 10:45 and arrives at Kolkatta Terminal at 06:15 (day 2), a journey of 19h 30m over 820 km.

Which stations does 05048 stop at?

24 stations: Banaras, Varanasi, Aunrihar Jn, Ghazipur City, Ballia, Reoti, Suraimanpur, Chhapra, Dighwara, Sonpur, Hajipur Jn, Shahpur Patoree, Barauni Jn, Kiul Jn, Jhajha, Jasidih Jn, Madhupur Jn, Chittaranjan, Asansol Jn, Durgapur, Bardhaman, Bandel, Naihati Jn, Kolkatta Terminal.

Is 05048 a festival special?

Indian Railways lists 05048 as a special (temporary) service running in the Dussehra, Diwali & Chhath 2026 season; its name does not state an occasion, so we do not add one.

Can I check seats on 05048?

Yes. "Plan your journey" opens YaatriGan's search with Banaras → Kolkatta Terminal and the next run date filled in; the plan checks live availability, fares and confirmation chances for this train and every alternative.