Private train between Howrah and Puri time table, route, frequency and fare

Private train between Howrah and Puri time table, route, frequency, train no., and fare

Private train between Puri and Howrah

Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Passenger Train Operations Project Indicative Routes Puri and Howrah

Private train will leave Puri at 0600 hrs Sunday and arrive Howrah at 1320 hrs and train running time between the station 7:20 hrs

Private train will leave Howrah at 1500 hrs Sunday and arrive Puri at 2220 hrs and train running time between the station 7:20 hrs

Distance between Puri and Howrah Railway Station is 525 Kilometer

Frequency per week: Weekly

There’s no operational private (PPP) train running between Howrah and Puri—any such service appearing in IRCTC proposals is purely indicative and not active.

Confirmed Indian Railways Services: Howrah ↔ Puri

Here are some top-notch train options that are fully functional:

1. Vande Bharat Express (22895/22896)

  • Frequency: 6 days a week (not on Thursdays)
  • Duration: ~6 h 20 m (Fastest on this route)
  • Classes: AC Chair Car (CC), Executive Chair Car (EC)
  • Amenities: Infotainment, Wi-Fi, Onboard catering, Kavach safety, plush rotating seats

2. Shatabdi Express (12277/12278)

  • Frequency: Daily
  • Duration: ~7 h 35–45 m
  • Classes: Executive Chair Car (EC), AC Chair Car (CC) — seating only, no sleepers, with catering included

3. Howrah–Puri Superfast Express (12837/12838)

  • Frequency: Daily
  • Duration: ~8 h 30–50 m
  • Classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, 3A Economy, Sleeper (SL) — overnighters, with sleeping berths

4. Dhauli Express (12821/12822)

  • Frequency: Daily (from Shalimar station)
  • Duration: ~8 h 45 m
  • Classes: AC Chair Car, Second Sitting (2S) — seating-only

5. Sri Jagannath Express (18409/18410) (via Shalimar)

  • Frequency: Daily
  • Duration: ~9 h 45 m
  • Classes: 2A, 3A, Sleeper (SL), General Unreserved — no catering

Quick Comparison Table

Train Service Approx Duration Frequency Class Options
Vande Bharat Express ~6 h 20 m 6 days/week EC, CC — Premium seating
Shatabdi Express ~7 h 35 m Daily EC, CC — high comfort with meals
Superfast Express ~8 h 30 m Daily 1A / 2A / 3A / SL — sleeper/classic
Dhauli Express ~8 h 45 m Daily CC, 2S — basic seating
Sri Jagannath Express ~9 h 45 m Daily 2A / 3A / SL / Gen — sleeper tier

Fare Highlights (Examples)

Based on available fare charts:

  • Superfast Express (12837):
    • SL: ₹330
    • 3A: ₹855
    • 2A: ₹1,205
    • 1A: ₹2,020
  • Shatabdi (12277):
    • CC: ₹795
    • EC: ₹1,645 (plus catering charges ~₹165–₹185)
  • Dhauli Express: Similar range for CC and 2S (specific fare not listed but similar pricing bracket)

Summary & Recommendation

  • No private PPP train is serving this route—only planned indications exist.
  • Fastest Option: Vande Bharat Express (~6 hours).
  • Daily Reliable: Shatabdi Express, with meals and premium seating.
  • Overnight Options: Superfast Express (sleeper), Dhauli, or Sri Jagannath Express depending on class comfort and timing.

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