05047 Kolkatta Terminal to Banaras Special

Running days and dates

Wed · 7 Oct – 25 Nov · 8 runs

• 7 Oct
• 14 Oct
• 21 Oct
• 28 Oct
• 4 Nov
• 11 Nov
• 18 Nov
• 25 Nov

Questions about train 05047

When does train 05047 run?

Train 05047 runs on Wed from 7 October 2026 to 25 November 2026 — 8 running dates in this period, as published by Indian Railways.

What time does 05047 leave Kolkatta Terminal and reach Banaras?

It departs Kolkatta Terminal at 08:25 and arrives at Banaras at 04:15 (day 2), a journey of 19h 50m over 820 km.

Which stations does 05047 stop at?

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

Is 05047 a festival special?

Indian Railways lists 05047 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 05047?

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