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38 Direct Trains Running from Howrah to Kolkata

18410 SRI JAGANNATH EX
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
07:18
01h 12m
08:30
Kolkata (SRC)
18410 running status
Kolkata (SHM)
12152 SAMARSATA EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
19:35
00h 15m
19:50
Kolkata (SHM)
12152 running status
Kolkata (SRC)
12151 LTT SHM SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
06:30
01h 15m
07:45
Kolkata (SRC)
12151 running status
Kolkata (SHM)
12809 HOWRAH MAIL
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL
05:22
01h 23m
06:45
Kolkata (SRC)
12809 running status
Howrah (HWH)
18030 SHM LTT EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
15:00
00h 15m
15:15
Kolkata (SHM)
18030 running status
Kolkata (SRC)
22897 KANDARI EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
CC, 2S
15:05
00h 18m
15:23
Howrah (HWH)
22897 running status
Kolkata (SRC)
20832 MAHIMAGOSAIN EX
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
06:24
01h 01m
07:25
Kolkata (SRC)
20832 running status
Kolkata (SHM)
22898 KANDARI EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
CC, 2S
22:00
00h 40m
22:40
Kolkata (SRC)
22898 running status
Howrah (HWH)
20831 MAHIMAGOSAIN EX
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
21:20
00h 15m
21:35
Kolkata (SHM)
20831 running status
Kolkata (SRC)
12814 STEEL EXP
M T W T F S S
EC, 3E, CC, 2S
09:42
00h 53m
10:35
Kolkata (SRC)
12814 running status
Howrah (HWH)
12858 TAMROLIPTA EXP
M T W T F S S
CC, 2S
13:18
00h 37m
13:55
Kolkata (SRC)
12858 running status
Howrah (HWH)
12859 GITANJALI EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
11:50
02h 00m
13:50
Kolkata (SRC)
12859 running status
Howrah (HWH)
12857 TAMROLIPTA EXP
M T W T F S S
CC, 2S
06:45
00h 17m
07:02
Howrah (HWH)
12857 running status
Kolkata (SRC)
18616 KRIYA YOGA EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL
06:02
01h 18m
07:20
Kolkata (SRC)
18616 running status
Howrah (HWH)
12895 SHM PURI SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
20:35
00h 15m
20:50
Kolkata (SHM)
12895 running status
Kolkata (SRC)
12833 ADI HWH EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
13:09
01h 11m
14:20
Kolkata (SRC)
12833 running status
Howrah (HWH)
12896 PURI SHM SF
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
05:52
01h 18m
07:10
Kolkata (SRC)
12896 running status
Kolkata (SHM)
18048 VSG SHM EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
22:38
01h 07m
23:45
Kolkata (SRC)
18048 running status
Kolkata (SHM)
18006 JDB HWH EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
04:47
01h 43m
06:30
Kolkata (SRC)
18006 running status
Howrah (HWH)
12022 HWH JANSHATABDI
M T W T F S S
CC, 2S
20:22
00h 33m
20:55
Kolkata (SRC)
12022 running status
Howrah (HWH)
18045 EAST COAST EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
11:15
00h 15m
11:30
Kolkata (SHM)
18045 running status
Kolkata (SRC)
18046 EAST COAST EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
13:40
01h 55m
15:35
Kolkata (SRC)
18046 running status
Kolkata (SHM)
22862 KBJ ISPAT EXP
M T W T F S S
3A, CC, 2S
17:35
00h 55m
18:30
Kolkata (SRC)
22862 running status
Howrah (HWH)
12704 FALAKNUMA SF EX
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3E, SL
16:52
01h 18m
18:10
Kolkata (SRC)
12704 running status
Howrah (HWH)
12906 SHM PBR SUF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
20:20
00h 15m
20:35
Kolkata (SHM)
12906 running status
Kolkata (SRC)
12828 PRR HWH SUF EXP
M T W T F S S
3A, CC, 2S
10:44
00h 38m
11:22
Kolkata (SRC)
12828 running status
Howrah (HWH)
12905 SHALIMAR SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
03:05
01h 30m
04:35
Kolkata (SRC)
12905 running status
Kolkata (SHM)
12884 RUPASHI BANGLA
M T W T F S S
CC, 2S
20:32
00h 43m
21:15
Kolkata (SRC)
12884 running status
Howrah (HWH)
12840 MAS HWH SF MAIL
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL
22:06
01h 24m
23:30
Kolkata (SRC)
12840 running status
Howrah (HWH)
18409 JAGANNATH EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
18:55
00h 15m
19:10
Kolkata (SHM)
18409 running status
Kolkata (SRC)
12821 DHAULI EXP
M T W T F S S
3E, CC, 2S
09:15
00h 16m
09:31
Kolkata (SHM)
12821 running status
Kolkata (SRC)
18029 LTT SHALIMAR EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
11:22
01h 38m
13:00
Kolkata (SRC)
18029 running status
Kolkata (SHM)
12822 DHAULI SF EXP
M T W T F S S
3E, CC, 2S
18:30
00h 55m
19:25
Kolkata (SRC)
12822 running status
Kolkata (SHM)
12885 ARANYAK EXP
M T W T F S S
CC, 2S
07:45
00h 13m
07:58
Kolkata (SHM)
12885 running status
Kolkata (SRC)
12841 COROMANDAL EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL
15:15
00h 15m
15:30
Kolkata (SHM)
12841 running status
Kolkata (SRC)
12864 SMVB HOWRAH EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL
19:14
00h 56m
20:10
Kolkata (SRC)
12864 running status
Howrah (HWH)
12886 ARANYAK EXP
M T W T F S S
CC, 2S
19:09
00h 31m
19:40
Kolkata (SRC)
12886 running status
Kolkata (SHM)
12842 COROMANDEL EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL
10:08
00h 57m
11:05
Kolkata (SRC)
12842 running status
Kolkata (SHM)
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Howrah to Kolkata Train Overview

Are you looking for Howrah to Kolkata trains? You must check out some important train-related information for your desired route. Find out the ticket price, distance, duration and other key details of trains running from Howrah to Kolkata. 

Howrah to Kolkata Distance 

6 kms

Howrah to Kolkata Duration

 00h 51m

Total number of trains running from Howrah to Kolkata 

38

Number of trains running daily from Howrah to Kolkata 

26

Number of trains running weekly from Howrah to Kolkata 

2 

Fastest train from Howrah to Kolkata 

ARANYAK EXP (12885)

Cheapest train from Howrah to Kolkata 

22897 (KANDARI EXPRESS)

Departure timing of the first train from Howrah

03:05

Departure timing of the last train from Howrah

22:38

First train from Howrah to Kolkata

SHALIMAR SF EXP,(12905)

Last train from Howrah to Kolkata 

VSG SHM EXP (18048)

Number of Major railway stations in Howrah

1

Number of Major railway stations in Kolkata 

1 
Kolkata to Howrah trains

Weekly Trains from Howrah to Kolkata

There are 2 trains running weekly from Howrah to Kolkata. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Howrah to Kolkata.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationStarting Ticket Price
SHM PURI SF EXP (12895)20:3520:5000 hrs 15 mins₹175
PURI SHM SF (12896)05:5207:1001 hrs 18 mins₹175

Daily Trains from Howrah to Kolkata

There are 26 trains running daily from Howrah to Kolkata. Below is a list of trains running daily from Howrah to Kolkata.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationCheapest Ticket Price
SRI JAGANNATH EX (18410)07:1808:3001 hrs 12 mins₹145
HOWRAH MAIL (12809)05:2206:4501 hrs 23 mins₹175
SHM LTT EXPRESS (18030)15:0015:1500 hrs 15 mins₹145
KANDARI EXPRESS (22897)15:0515:2300 hrs 18 mins₹60
KANDARI EXPRESS (22898)22:0022:4000 hrs 40 mins₹315
STEEL EXP (12814)09:4210:3500 hrs 53 mins₹60
TAMROLIPTA EXP (12858)13:1813:5500 hrs 37 mins₹60
GITANJALI EXP (12859)11:5013:5002 hrs 00 mins₹175
TAMROLIPTA EXP (12857)06:4507:0200 hrs 17 mins₹60
KRIYA YOGA EXP (18616)06:0207:2001 hrs 18 mins₹145
ADI HWH EXP (12833)13:0914:2001 hrs 11 mins₹175
JDB HWH EXP (18006)04:4706:3001 hrs 43 mins₹145
HWH JANSHATABDI (12022)20:2220:5500 hrs 33 mins₹70
EAST COAST EXP (18045)11:1511:3000 hrs 15 mins₹145
EAST COAST EXP (18046)13:4015:3501 hrs 55 mins₹145
FALAKNUMA SF EX (12704)16:5218:1001 hrs 18 mins₹175
PRR HWH SUF EXP (12828)10:4411:2200 hrs 38 mins₹60
RUPASHI BANGLA (12884)20:3221:1500 hrs 43 mins₹315
MAS HWH SF MAIL (12840)22:0623:3001 hrs 24 mins₹175
JAGANNATH EXP (18409)18:5519:1000 hrs 15 mins₹145
DHAULI EXP (12821)09:1509:3100 hrs 16 mins₹60
LTT SHALIMAR EXP (18029)11:2213:0001 hrs 38 mins₹145
DHAULI SF EXP (12822)18:3019:2500 hrs 55 mins₹60
COROMANDAL EXP (12841)15:1515:3000 hrs 15 mins₹175

Howrah to Kolkata Train Timings

The first train running from Howrah to Kolkata is at 03:05, while the last train is at 22:38. Based on your preferred timings, you can choose the train available for the Howrah to Kolkata route.

Howrah to Kolkata Distance

The distance between Howrah and Kolkata is about 6 kms. To cover this route, you will need about 00h 51m. The duration might vary depending on whether you travel in a passenger, express, or superfast train. 

Howrah to Kolkata Train Ticket Price

The average train ticket price from Howrah to Kolkata is ₹, while the maximum ticket price from Howrah to Kolkata is ₹.  The train price will depend on the type of train and travel class you choose. 

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FAQs on Howrah to Kolkata Train

How to book Tatkal tickets from Howrah to Kolkata?

As per the new Tatkal booking rules, users must link their IRCTC account with their Aadhaar number to make successful booking.

How many days in advance can I book a train from Howrah to Kolkata?

As per IRCTC rules, you can book train tickets 60 days in advance.

How can I reach redRail’s customer support for help with booking issues?

For any train ticket booking queries from Howrah to Kolkata, call redRail customer support at 9902977777.

What is the best way to travel to Kolkata from Howrah?

Travelling by train is the most convenient option for passengers commuting frequently. You can book train tickets from Howrah to Kolkata in your preferred travel class and enjoy your travel.

How many trains run from Howrah to Kolkata?

There are 38 trains that run from Howrah to Kolkata route. Some trains run on a daily basis. On the other hand, some trains run weekly and can be booked in advance.

Which is the fastest train running from Howrah to Kolkata?

ARANYAK EXP (12885) is the fastest among the Howrah to Kolkata Trains. It departs from Kolkata (SHM) at 07:45 and arrives at Kolkata (SRC) at 07:58, covering the distance in just 00 hrs 13 mins.

What are the first and last train timings from Howrah to Kolkata?

The first train departs from Howrah to Kolkata is at 03:05 while, the last train depart at 22:38

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