Private train between Howrah and Bhagalpur time table, route, frequency, train no., and fare
Private train between Howrah and Bhagalpur
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Passenger Train Operations Project Indicative Routes Howrah and Bhagalpur
Private train will leave Howrah at 1435 hrs Daily and arrive Bhagalpur at 2210 hrs and train running time between the station 7:35 hrs
Private train will leave Bhagalpur at 0625 hrs Daily and arrive Howrah at 1405 hrs and train running time between the station 7:35 hrs
Distance between Howrah and Bhagalpur Railway Station is 425 Kilometer
Frequency per week: Daily
There is no private (PPP) train currently operating between Howrah and Bhagalpur—any such service appearing on IRCTC’s PPP page is purely indicative and not active. Here’s a clear comparison of the proposed schedule versus real, daily-operating Indian Railways services:
Contents
Proposed Private Train — Indicative Only
- Howrah → Bhagalpur
- Departs: 14:35 daily
- Arrives: 22:10 same day
- Journey Time: ~7 h 35 m
- Bhagalpur → Howrah
- Departs: 06:25 daily
- Arrives: 14:05 same day
- Frequency: Daily
- Distance: ~425 km
Reminder: This schedule is conceptual and not confirmed or bookable.
Confirmed Active Trains: Howrah ↔ Bhagalpur
Here are the key train services currently operating on this route:
Vande Bharat Express (22309 / 22310)
- Frequency: 6 days a week (closed on Friday)
- Duration: ~6 h 5 m (Fastest option)
- Classes: AC Chair Car & Executive Chair Car
- Features: On-board catering, infotainment, Wi-Fi, large windows, Kavach safety system
Kavi Guru Express (13015)
- Type: Express
- Departs: ~11:05 daily
- Arrives: ~19:46 — ~8 h 40 m
- Classes: AC Chair Car, 3A, 2S, 2A, General Unreserved
- Fare Examples: CC ₹540 · 3A ₹670 · 2S ₹150 · SL ₹245
Howrah–Gaya Express via Bhagalpur (13023)
- Departs: 20:00 daily
- Arrives: ~04:10 next day — ~8 h 10 m
- Classes: SL, 3A, 2A
Jamalpur Superfast Express (13071)
- Departs: 21:30 daily
- Arrives: ~05:45 next day — ~8 h 15 m
- Classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL
Anga Express (12253 via Dankuni)
- Departs: ~00:05 daily
- Arrives: ~09:20 — ~9 h 15 m
- Classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, SL
Comparison Table
| Train | Duration | Frequency | Classes Available | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vande Bharat Express | ~6 h 5 m | 6 days/week | CC, Executive Chair | Fastest, modern amenities |
| Kavi Guru Express | ~8 h 40 m | Daily | AC Chair (CC), 3A, 2A, 2S, SL | Versatile fare options |
| Howrah–Gaya Exp (via BGP) | ~8 h 10 m | Daily | SL, 3A, 2A | Overnight sleeper comfort |
| Jamalpur SF Express | ~8 h 15 m | Daily | 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL | Best for AC plus sleeper access |
| Anga Express | ~9 h 15 m | Daily (via DKAE) | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL | Early morning departure |
Fare Insights
Indicative fares from ProKerala and Trainman include:
- AC Chair Car (CC): ₹540 (Kavi Guru)
- AC 3A: ₹670
- Sleeper (SL): ₹245
More premium trains like Vande Bharat or Jamalpur Express will have higher AC fares.
Final Takeaways
- No private train is in service between Howrah and Bhagalpur.
- Vande Bharat Express is your best bet for the fastest, modern travel.
- For broader class options, Kavi Guru Express offers flexibility.
- Prefer overnight travel? Howrah–Gaya or Jamalpur Express are solid choices.
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