Most delayed trains, 4 to 10 October 2026: our delay data
The 15 trains with the largest average daily delay in our tracking from 4 to 10 October 2026, with method, runs and links to each train's live status page.
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What we measured and how
This report uses only TrainLiveStatus's own delay tracking for the seven days from 4 to 10 October 2026. For each train we record the largest delay reported during that day's run. A train counts as on time when it is within 15 minutes of its schedule. The window includes the day of writing, so the last day may be only partly recorded.
This is our own tracking, not an official Indian Railways statistic. It is built from running status reports, not from a fixed sample or from railway declarations. Of 6,532 trains in scope, 3,895 were ranked. Across the week the average largest daily delay was 47 minutes, and 39% of train-days were on time.
The 15 most delayed trains
Trains are ranked by their average largest daily delay. None of these 15 was on time on any observed day, and none had a cancelled day in our records. The runs column comes from our timetable data.
| # | Train | Route | Runs | Days seen | Average largest delay | Worst day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RXL TPTY Express (17434) | Raxaul Jn to Tirupati | Thu | 3 | 10 h 34 min | 11 h 55 min |
| 2 | Trivandram Express (16331) | Lokmanyatilak to Thiruvananthapuram Central | Sun | 3 | 10 h 04 min | 11 h 55 min |
| 3 | PUNE SRC Humsafr (20821) | Pune Jn to Santragachi Jn | Mon | 3 | 10 h 04 min | 11 h 55 min |
| 4 | Chz-pryj Amrit Bharat TOD (04122) | Charlapalli to Prayagraj Jn | Tue | 3 | 9 h 07 min | 11 h 59 min |
| 5 | AGTL RKMP Special (01666) | Agartala to Rani Kamalapati | Sun | 3 | 8 h 51 min | 11 h 50 min |
| 6 | Tcnr-pryj Special (04110) | Tiruchanur to Prayagraj Jn | Sun | 3 | 8 h 36 min | 11 h 47 min |
| 7 | Azad HIND Express (12129) | Pune Jn to Howrah Jn | Daily | 7 | 8 h 29 min | 11 h 40 min |
| 8 | Bju-ptj TOD Special (06022) | Barauni Jn to Podanur Jn | Wed | 4 | 7 h 55 min | 12 h 00 min |
| 9 | LTT TVCN SF Express (22113) | Lokmanyatilak to Thiruvananthapuram North | Tue, Sat | 4 | 7 h 54 min | 10 h 52 min |
| 10 | Howrah Duronto (12261) | CSMT to Howrah Jn | Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | 6 | 7 h 53 min | 11 h 55 min |
| 11 | DNR SBC Special (06510) | Danapur to KSR Bengaluru | Wed | 4 | 7 h 51 min | 11 h 01 min |
| 12 | Azad HIND Express (12130) | Howrah Jn to Pune Jn | Daily | 7 | 7 h 40 min | 11 h 57 min |
| 13 | TVCN LTT SF Express (22114) | Thiruvananthapuram North to Lokmanyatilak | Mon, Thu | 4 | 7 h 39 min | 10 h 36 min |
| 14 | Galtadham Pooja (12413) | Ajmer Jn to Jammu Tawi | Daily | 7 | 7 h 32 min | 9 h 27 min |
| 15 | Sur-aii SF Special (09628) | Solapur Jn to Ajmer Jn | Thu | 3 | 7 h 30 min | 9 h 51 min |
Two patterns stand out. The Azad HIND Express appears twice, once from Pune and once from Howrah, and both directions show long average delays. Some trains also show a wide gap between their average and median, such as Tcnr-pryj Special (04110): the median daily delay was 420 minutes, while the average was 516, so a few very late days pull the average up.
Where is your train right now?
Live position, expected arrival at every stop and the delay history of the last few weeks.
What the numbers do and do not show
Many of these trains were seen on only three or four days in the week, and a weekly train contributes essentially one run (a long run spans several calendar days), so one bad run moves the average a lot. The average delay is not a forecast for next week. Treat the list as a snapshot of this week's reports.
Recovery was small for most of the list. Azad HIND Express (12130) and Galtadham Pooja (12413) recovered the most time per run on average in our records, about three and a half hours each. Even so, both were running many hours late at their worst on some days.
How to use this before you travel
- Check the running days first. Many trains above run on only some days of the week, so a delay on one day says little about the others.
- Look at the live status on the day. Each train page shows the current running status and the recent delay history for that train.
- Plan a buffer for connections. If you need to change trains, allow extra time for the connection, or pick a different train on the same route.
- Compare alternatives. The trip planner shows other trains between the same stations, so you can choose a faster or more punctual option.
For the wider context, see our earlier reports on the most delayed trains for 27 September to 3 October, the most punctual long-distance trains for 3 to 9 October, and trains recorded as cancelled from 2 to 8 October. For why two apps may show different delays for the same train, read why apps show different delay for the same train.
Use it on your trip
Frequently asked questions
How is the most delayed train ranked?
We record the largest delay reported for each train during each day's run, then rank trains by the average of those daily figures. A train is on time on a day when its largest delay is within 15 minutes.
Is this an official Indian Railways figure?
No. It comes from TrainLiveStatus's own delay tracking, built from running status reports. Railway zones publish their own figures, which can differ.
Why do some trains have few days in the sample?
Many trains run only on certain days of the week, and a seven-day window holds only one or two of their runs. A small sample can move the average a lot, so read the ranking as a snapshot.
How can I check a delayed train before I travel?
Open the train's page on TrainLiveStatus for its running status and recent delay history, and check the trip planner for alternative trains on the same route.
Sources
Rules and fares change. Check the official source before you travel. Last reviewed 10 October 2026.
