Private train between Lucknow and SVDK-Katra time table, route, frequency, train no., and fare
Private train between Lucknow and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Passenger Train Operations Project Indicative Routes Lucknow and SVDK-Katra
Private train will leave Lucknow at 2105 hrs Daily and arrive SVDK-Katra at 1530 hrs and train running time between the station 18:25 hrs
Private train will leave SVDK-Katra at 2130 hrs Daily and arrive Lucknow at 1430 hrs and train running time between the station 18:00 hrs
Distance between Lucknow and SVDK-Katra Railway Station is 1055 Kilometer
Frequency per week: Daily
There is no operational private (PPP) or IRCTC-run private train service between Lucknow (LKO) and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (SVDK)—any such listing would be indicative only and not currently active.
Real Indian Railways Services: Lucknow → SVDK (Katra)
Here are confirmed train options running this popular pilgrimage route:
Fastest & Most Frequent Trains
- Begampura Express (12237)
- Departs: 17:40 from Lucknow
- Arrives: 10:50 at Katra (next day)
- Duration: ~17 h 10 m, runs daily
- Archna Express (12355)
- Departs: 17:20 (Tue & Sat)
- Arrives: 10:20 next day
- Duration: ~17 h 00 m — fastest option
Cheapest Option
- KOAA Jat Express (13151)
- Departs: 11:50, arrives 08:50 (next day)
- Duration: ~21 h, runs daily
- Starting fare: ~₹490
Other Notable Services
Several weekly trains also connect Lucknow to Katra:
- Humsafar Express (22317) — Departs 06:15, journey ~17 h (Tue)
- GCT SVDK Express (14611) — Departs 17:25 on Fridays, ~19 h duration
- Amarnath Express variants, Lohit Express, etc., offering choices across the week
Schedule at a Glance
| Train Name | Train No. | Departs LKO | Arrives SVDK | Duration | Frequency | Notable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archna Express | 12355 | 17:20 | 10:20 | ~17 h | Tue, Sat | Fastest |
| Begampura Express | 12237 | 17:40 | 10:50 | ~17 h 10 m | Daily | Most frequent |
| KOAA Jat Express | 13151 | 11:50 | 08:50 | ~21 h | Daily | Cheapest |
| Humsafar Express | 22317 | 06:15 | 23:25 | ~17 h 10 m | Tue | Premium coaches |
| Additional Weeklies | Various | Varies | Varies | ~17–19 h | Weekly | More options |
Route & Distance
- The rail distance is approximately 977–985 km, depending on the route.
- Travel time generally ranges from 17 to 21 hours across options.
Fare Overview (Approximate)
Typical fare ranges by class:
- 1A: ₹2,900–₹3,200
- 2A: ₹1,700–₹1,900
- 3A: ₹1,200–₹1,400
- Sleeper (SL): ₹500–₹600
- Unreserved/Ganeral: ~₹600–₹700 (KOAA Jat Express sl price ~₹490)
Summary
- Private train? None operational.
- Fastest routes: Archna Express (~17h) and Begampura Express (daily).
- Cheapest daily choice: KOAA Jat Express (~₹490).
- Premium comfort: Humsafar Express and other sleeper/AC trains available.
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