Private train between Howrah and Bangalore time table, route, frequency, train no., and fare
Private train between Howrah and Bangalore via Dharmavaram
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Passenger Train Operations Project Indicative Routes Howrah and Bangalore
Private train will leave Howrah at 0800 hrs Daily and arrive Bangalore at 1650 hrs and train running time between the station 32:50 hrs
Private train will leave Bangalore at 2345 hrs Daily and arrive Howrah at 1000 hrs and train running time between the station 34:15 hrs
Distance between Howrah and Bangalore Railway Station is 1932 Kilometer
Frequency per week: Daily
There is no active private (PPP) train service operating between Howrah (Kolkata) and Bangalore—any such listing remains purely indicative and not in service.
That said, here are some of the best available Indian Railways services connecting Howrah Junction (HWH) with Bangalore, focusing on confirmed options with their schedules, frequency, and approximate fares:
Contents
Confirmed Train Services: Howrah ⇄ Bangalore (SMVT/YPR)
1. Howrah–SMVT Bengaluru Duronto Express (12245 / 12246)
- Type: Non-stop Duronto category (fastest)
- Frequency: 5 days a week (excl. Monday & Thursday in one direction)
- Departure: ~10:40 from Howrah
- Arrival: ~15:50 next day at SMVT Bengaluru
- Journey Time: ~29 h 10 m
- Classes: AC First (1A), AC 2-Tier (2A), AC 3-Tier (3A), Sleeper (SL); pantry service onboard
2. Howrah–SMVT Bengaluru Superfast Express (12863 / 12864)
- Type: Superfast daily express
- Frequency: Daily
- Departure: ~22:45 from Howrah
- Arrival: Next day ~05:00–05:30 at SMVT Bengaluru (approx.)
- Journey Time: ~32 h 15 m
- Classes: AC 1A, 2A, 3A; Sleeper (SL); on-board catering available
3. Howrah–SMVT Bengaluru Humsafar Express (22887 / 22888)
- Type: Premium all-3A sleeper (Humsafar)
- Frequency: Weekly
- Journey Time: ~31 h 20 m
- Amenities: Modern coaches, infotainment, vending machines, CCTV
Travel Time Comparison
| Train | Duration | Frequency | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duronto Express (12245) | ~29 h 10 m | 5 days/week | Fastest, includes 1A, ACs, SL, pantry |
| Superfast Express (12863) | ~32 h 15 m | Daily | Wide class variety, catering on board |
| Humsafar Express (22887) | ~31 h 20 m | Weekly | Premium AC-only with modern amenities |
| Other services (e.g., Mysuru SF, Santragachi specials) | ~32–36 h | Weekly | Additional options via Alternate stations |
Route Overview & Frequency
- Three confirmed routes offer between 3 to 7 trains per week, with at least one train running every day (the Superfast Express).
- Fastest: Duronto (~29 hours), followed by Humsafar (~31 h) and daily Superfast (~32 h).
- Distance covered is around 1,930–1,950 km, traversing states like Bihar, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka.
Fare Estimates (Approximate)
While exact fares vary by class and platform, typical ranges include:
- Sleeper (SL): ₹900–1,200
- AC 3-Tier (3A): ₹2,300–2,800
- AC 2-Tier (2A): ₹3,400–4,200
- AC 1st Class (1A): ₹6,000+
(Specific fare data is best sourced via IRCTC, ConfirmTkt, or Goibibo based on your travel date and class)
Final Recommendation
- Fastest overall: Duronto Express (12245/46)
- Most frequent: Superfast Express (12863)
- Premium experience: Humsafar Express (22887)
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