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Bengaluru-Visakhapatnam Festival Special Trains Extended for 2026

To cater to the high travel demand during the upcoming festive season, South Coast Railway  and Southern Railway  have announced the extension of weekly special trains between Visakhapatnam  and SMVT Bengaluru. These services, operating under Train No. 08581  and Train No. 08582, have been extended from October 2, 2026, to November 28, 2026, to facilitate hassle-free travel during Diwali and Dussehra.

Special Train Route and Schedule Details

The extended special trains will continue to run with their existing timings, stoppages, and coach composition. Below is the detailed schedule of the weekly services:

Train No. & NameFromToDay of OperationExtended PeriodTotal Trips
Train No. 08581  Visakhapatnam – SMVT Bengaluru Special (via Katpadi & Jolarpettai)VisakhapatnamSMVT BengaluruFriday02.10.2026 to 27.11.20269
Train No. 08582  SMVT Bengaluru – Visakhapatnam Special (via Jolarpettai & Katpadi)SMVT BengaluruVisakhapatnamSaturday03.10.2026 to 28.11.20269

Route Halts, Timings, or Alternate Arrangements

Passengers planning their journey on these extended festival special trains should note the following service parameters:

  • Route Halts:  The trains will run via key intermediate stations including Katpadi,  Jolarpettai,  and other regular stoppages.
  • Timings:  The services will run as per the existing timetables. For instance, check departure at 17:30 hrs  or arrival at 09:30 hrs  at designated stations.
  • Composition:  There is no change in the train composition; existing sleeper, AC, and general coaches will continue to serve passengers.
  • Booking Details:  Reservations for these extended trips are open through the IRCTC portal and authorized reservation counters.
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