Indian Railways has decided to extend the operational period of the Ranchi-Anand Vihar Terminal Special Fare Special trains. This extension is intended to assist passengers during the busy summer months by providing extra capacity on this high-demand route. The service involving train numbers 02877 and 02878 will now remain active until the end of June 2026 according to the latest official updates.
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What is the updated timetable for Train 02877 and 02878?
Train number 02877 departs from Ranchi every Saturday at 14:05 and is scheduled to reach Anand Vihar Terminal at 13:30 on Sunday. The return service, train number 02878, departs from Anand Vihar Terminal every Sunday at 15:05 and arrives in Ranchi at 14:20 on Monday. This extension ensures that passengers have a consistent weekend travel option between Jharkhand and the national capital. The last departure for the Ranchi-Anand Vihar service is set for June 27, 2026, while the return service from Delhi will run until June 29, 2026.
Route stoppages and coach composition details
The train follows a route that connects several major industrial and residential hubs across North India. Passengers can book tickets for various classes including 1AC, 2AC, 3AC, Sleeper, and General coaches. The railway administration has maintained a higher number of Sleeper coaches to accommodate more passengers comfortably. The primary stoppages for this special train are listed below:
| Station Name | Station Code |
|---|---|
| Ranchi | RNC |
| Hatia | HTE |
| Bokaro Steel City | BKSC |
| Dhanbad | DHN |
| Gaya | GAYA |
| Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Jn. | DDU |
| Prayagraj | PRYJ |
| Kanpur | CNB |
| Ghaziabad | GZB |