New Delhi: The Mahakumbh Mela 2025 will start from January 13 and will end on February 26. It will host lakhs of devotees over 46 days and the Uttar Pradesh government is leaving no stone unturned to ensure a smooth process for the attendees. The Mela is held every 12 years and this year it will be held in Prayagraj, home to the confluence of holy rivers Ganga and Yamuna. It is a significant event for Hindus where millions of devotees will gather.
If you are someone who lives in Hyderabad and is planning a trip to the Mahakumbh Mela, then this article will be helpful for you. In view of the crowd in the Mahakumbh, Indian Railways has announced to run many special trains. Apart from North Central Railway, other zonal railways have also released the timetable of special trains for Mahakumbh. There are some trains from Hyderabad to Prayagraj. Due to the Mahakumbh, the Railways has increased the number of trains to ensure smooth travel for passengers.
Trains from Hyderabad to Prayagraj
While there are many connecting trains from Hyderabad to Prayagraj, there is only one direct train from Hyderabad to the venue of the Mahakumbh Mela. After coming to Delhi, many connecting trains are available from there for Prayagraj.
SC DNR Super Fast Express (12791): It will depart at 9:25 am from Secunderabad Junction and will reach Prayagraj’s Cheoki Railway station on the next day at 10:00 pm. The train will take 24 hours and 35 minutes to cover the distance. The fare in the Sleeper Class is Rs 650, the fare in AC 3-Tier is Rs 1,760 and the fare in AC 2-Tier is Rs 2,440.
Hyderabad Deccan Nampally New Delhi Special (02723): This is a special train that runs between Hyderabad Deccan railway station and New Delhi Railway Station. After disembarking in New Delhi, you can reach Prayagraj by another train. The train will depart Hyderabad at 6:00 pm and reach Prayagraj at 7:50 am on the third day. The travel time is approximately 43 hours and 15 minutes. The fare in AC 3-Tier is Rs 3,170.
Sampark Kranti Express (12649): You can reach New Delhi from Hyderabad with this train. It will depart from Kacheguda railway station in Hyderabad at 8:15 am and will reach Prayagraj on the second day at 8:10 am. The total travel time is approximately 25 hours and 55 minutes. The fare in the Sleeper Class is Rs 695, the fare in AC 3-Tier is Rs 1,825 and the fare in AC 2-Tier is Rs 2,625.
How to reach the fair venue after reaching Prayagraj?
One can take an auto-rickshaw with Rs 200 to Rs 300 to reach the venue of the Mela. One can take bus for Rs 50 per person or cab service for Rs 400 to Rs 600. Always use local transport to reach Sangam Ghat and other major bathing ghats. The total expense will include train fare of Rs 800 to Rs 3,500, local transport which will cost Rs 250 to Rs 600, and food and other expenses which will take Rs 1,000 to Rs 1,500. The total expense will be Rs 2,050 to Rs 5,600.
Train travel from Hyderabad to Mahakumbh Mela is comfortable and economical. With proper planning and preparation, your trip will be memorable and enjoyable. Bathing and darshan in the Mahakumbh Mela is not only a religious experience, but it is also a living symbol of Indian culture.
Planning a trip from Hyderabad to the Mahakumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj? This article details train options, including the direct SC DNR Super Fast Express and connecting routes via New Delhi. It also outlines transport options from Prayagraj railway station to the Mela venue. Biz News Business News – Personal Finance News, Share Market News, BSE/NSE News, Stock Exchange News Today
