Circular Journey Tickets Eastern Railway
Circular Journey Tickets Eastern Railway
AVAIL OF CIRCULAR JOURNEY TICKET FACILITY OF EASTERN RAILWAY
Gives you unique travel flexibility-issued according to your own itinery. Begins and ends at the same station. Available for all classes of travel for individual passengers or in groups. Validity depends on the distance travelled. Up to eight break journeys allowed. SAVE TIME & INCONVENIENCE OF PURCHASING TICKETS FOR EACH LEG OF YOUR JOURNEY STANDARD CIRCULAR JOURNEY TICKETS (Forward or Reverse Direction)
1. Howrah, Gaya, Mughalsarai, Varanasi, Allahabad (via Madho Singh) Delhi/New Delhi, Mathura, Agra Cantt. Nagpur, Howrah : Distance in Kms.3682 : Valid Days 28
2. Howrah, Gaya, Varanasi, Ayodhya, Lucknow, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dehradun, Delhi/New Delhi, (via Saharanpur) Howrah (via Gaya/Patna Jn.): Distance in Kms.3476 : Valid Days 26
3. Howrah, Agra Cantt, Jaipur, Ajmer, Chittaurgarh, Udaipur Abu Road, (via Marwar) Ahmedabad, Nagpur, Howrah : Distance in Kms.4802 : Valid Days 37
4. Howrah, Mathura. Delhi, Bikaner, Jodhpur (via Metra Road) Jaisalmer, Ahmedabad (via Jodhpur/Marwar), Dwaraka, Okha, Howrah (via Ahmedabad): Distance in Kms.6440 : Valid Days 49
5. Howrah, Jammu Tawi, Amritsar (via Pathankot), Ambala Cantt,, Kalka, Simla, Kurukhetra, Panipath, Delhi/New Delhi, Howrah (via Gaya/Patna Jn.) : Distance in Kms.5060 : Valid Days 38
6. Howrah-Delhi/New Delhi (via Gaya /Patna Jn.), Mumbai CSTM/ Mumbai Central (via-Kota), Pune.-Vasco-da-Gama-Hubli, Bangalore, Mysore, Chennai, Howrah.: Distance in Kms.6742 : Valid Days 50
7. Howrah, Allahabad (via Gaya), Delhi/New Delhi, Amritsar, Kalka, Simla, Kalka, New Delhi/Delhi, Gaya, Howrah: Distance in Kms.4580 : Valid Days 34
8. Howrah/Sealdah, Malda Town, New Jalpaiguri, Darjeeling, Guwahati, (via New Jalpaiguri), Katihar, Varanasi, Allahabad (via Mughalsarai), Gaya, Howrah: Distance in Kms.3430 : Valid Days 26
9. Howrah, Samastipur (via Barauni), Gorakhpur, Lucknow, Kathgodam (via Rampur), Ayodhya, Varanasi, Allahabad, Mughalsarai, Howrah (via Gaya) : Distance in Kms.3228 : Valid Days 25
10. Howrah, Allahabad (via Gaya), Jabbatpur, Itarsi, Bhopal, Ujjain, Indore, Jhansi, Gwalior, Howrah : Distance in Kms.3760 : Valid Days 28
11. Howrah, Samastipur, Darbhanga, Sitamarhi, Raxaul, Muzaffarpur (via Sagauli), Chapra, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Howrah (via Gaya) : Distance in Kms.2086 : Valid Days 16
NON-STANDARD CIRCULAR JOURNEY TICKETS:- Issued according to individual needs & plans of the passenger. Eight break journeys allowed. Validity period calculated on the basis of Journey & break Journey days. Switchover to higher category of train/class of travel possible by paying the difference of fares on a point to point basis. Senior Citizen Concessions available.
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Here’s a detailed guide to the Circular Journey Tickets available on Eastern Railway, outlining both standard and non-standard options for flexible, multi-destination travel:
What Are Circular Journey Tickets?
- Circular Journey Tickets (CJT) are special-purpose tickets issued for journeys that start and end at the same station, ideal for pilgrimage, sightseeing, or leisure tours.
- Key Benefits:
- Up to eight break-of-journeys allowed—no need to buy individual tickets for each segment.
- Fare calculation is based on telescopic rates, resulting in substantially lower fares compared to regular point-to-point fares.
Types of Circular Journey Tickets
1. Standard Circular Journey Tickets
- Predetermined itineraries that connect popular cities and routes. In Eastern Railway’s case, 52 such routes are pre-approved and handled at select stations.
- These routes are convenient for travelers wanting well-established circular options.
2. Non‑Standard Circular Journey Tickets
- Tailored journeys based on your specific itinerary—not part of standard routes.
- Passengers submit a custom plan and can request ticket issuance accordingly.
Route Highlights & Booking Stations
- Commonly Available From:
- Howrah, Gaya, Varanasi, Allahabad, Delhi/New Delhi, Mathura, Agra, Nagpur, and others through defined route networks. Trip lengths vary from approx. 2,086 km (valid 16 days) to over 4,800 km (valid 37 days).
- Booking Centers:
- These tickets are issued through designated reservation offices, including Howrah and other key stations noted above.
Booking Process
- Route Finalization:
Decide on your desired itinerary—either choose a standard route or design a personal non-standard plan.Approach Authorities:- Visit the Divisional Commercial Manager (DCM) or Station Manager at your nearest major station with your itinerary.
- Fare Computation:
- The official will calculate the fare using telescopic rules and confirm ticket pricing.
- Ticket Issuance:
- Submit the approved form at the booking office to receive the Circular Journey Ticket (CJT).
- Reserve Your Berths:
- After obtaining the CJT, approach the Reservation Office to book seats or berths for each segment of your journey.
Additional Features
- Senior Citizen Concessions:
- Males (40%) and females (50%) may be eligible for discounts on journeys of 1,000 km or more.
- Eligibility & Validity:
- The journey must be circular (same start and end), with up to 8 allowed breaks, duration based on distance—typically around 56 days for longer trips.
Summary Table: Circular Journey Tickets – Eastern Railway
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Standard CJT | Pre-defined tours via major cities (52 routes, fixed itineraries) |
| Non-Standard CJT | Custom itineraries planned by the passenger |
| Break Journeys | Up to 8 segments permitted |
| Fare Structure | Based on telescopic rates for reduced cost |
| Booking Process | Plan → Approach DCM/Station Manager → Compute fare → Issue CJT → Reserve seats |
| Concession | Senior citizens eligible on ≥1,000 km journeys |
| Validity | Distance-based; long-duration trips often valid for up to 56 days |
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