Indian Railways has introduced a weekly summer special train between Gorakhpur and Alipurduar to manage the increased passenger demand during the summer holidays. Train number 05056/05055 will operate for a total of three trips between April 18 and May 3, 2026. This initiative by the North Eastern Railway aims to provide a comfortable journey for people traveling from Purvanchal to West Bengal and Northeast India.
What are the timings and route for the Gorakhpur-Alipurduar Special?
The Gorakhpur to Alipurduar Special (05056) will depart from Gorakhpur Junction at 10:05 AM on Saturdays. It will travel via Kaptanganj, Thawe, Chhapra, Barauni, Katihar, New Jalpaiguri, and Siliguri to reach Alipurduar at 07:30 AM the next day. The return train (05055) will leave Alipurduar at 10:00 AM on Sundays and arrive in Gorakhpur at 09:00 AM on Monday mornings. This route covers major stations across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal.
Coach composition and specific operating dates
The train will feature 22 coaches to cater to different passenger needs. This includes one AC First Class, two AC Second Class, nine AC Third Class, four Sleeper Class, and four General Second Class coaches. According to CPRO Sumit Kumar, the train will operate on the following specific dates in 2026:
| Train Number | From – To | Dates of Operation |
|---|---|---|
| 05056 | Gorakhpur to Alipurduar | April 18, 25 and May 2 |
| 05055 | Alipurduar to Gorakhpur | April 19, 26 and May 3 |