Private train between Mumbai and Howrah time table, route, frequency, Train No. and fare
Private train between Mumbai and Howrah
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Passenger Train Operations Project Indicative Routes Mumbai and Howrah
Private train will leave Mumbai at 1415 hrs Daily and arrive Howrah at 1515 hrs and train running time between the station 25:00 hrs
Private train will leave Howrah at 2240 hrs Daily and arrive Mumbai at 2340 hrs and train running time between the station 25:00 hrs
Distance between Mumbai and Howrah Railway Station is 1943 Kilometer
Frequency per week: Daily
There is no active private (PPP-style) train service between Mumbai and Howrah. While IRCTC has operated “semi-private” Tejas Express routes elsewhere, none currently connect these two cities.
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Confirmed Indian Railways Services: Mumbai ⇄ Howrah
1. Mumbai CSMT–Howrah AC Duronto Express (12261 / 12262)
- Type: Non-stop premium Duronto (AC-only)
- Journey Time: ~26 h 35 m
- Frequency: 4 days a week (Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu from CSMT)
- Classes: AC First Class (1A), AC 2-Tier (2A), AC 3-Tier (3A); includes pantry service
2. Howrah–Mumbai CSMT Weekly Superfast Express (12869 / 12870)
- Type: Superfast Express
- Journey Time: ~32 h 25 m
- Frequency: Weekly (HWH departs Fri 14:05 → CSMT Sat 23:45; returns Sun 11:05 → Mon 19:30)
- Classes: AC 2-Tier, AC 3-Tier, AC 3 Tier Economy, Sleeper (SL), General Unreserved; catering available
3. Gitanjali Express (12859 / 12860)
- Type: Superfast Express
- Frequency: Daily from Mumbai CSMT to Howrah (dep 06:00 → arr ~12:30 next day)
- Stops: Includes Dadar, Nashik Road, Jalgaon, Bhusaval, Nagpur, Tatanagar, among others
4. Other Regular Services
Popular daily trains include:
- Howrah Mail (12809)
- Kolkata Mail (12322)
- LTT Shalimar Express (18029)
- Jnaneswari Express (Mumbai LTT ↔ Kolkata Shalimar, 4 days/week, ~30 h 45 m)
Summary Table
| Train Service | Train Number(s) | Duration | Frequency | Classes Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duronto Express (AC only) | 12261 / 12262 | ~26 h 35 m | 4 days/week | 1A, 2A, 3A |
| Weekly Superfast Express | 12869 / 12870 | ~32 h 25 m | Weekly | 2A, 3A, 3A Econ, SL, General |
| Gitanjali Express | 12859 / 12860 | ~30 h 30 m | Daily | 2A, 3A, SL, General |
| Jnaneswari Express | 12101 / 12102 | ~30 h 45 m | 4 days/week | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, General |
Fare Estimates (Approximate)
While exact fares vary by train and class, typical ranges include:
- Sleeper (SL): ~₹600–₹900
- AC 3-Tier (3A): ~₹1,800–₹2,200
- AC 2-Tier (2A): ~₹2,800–₹3,500
- AC First Class (1A): ₹4,500+
These are ballpark figures; actual fares can be checked via platforms like ConfirmTkt or IRCTC.
Final Notes
- No private-run train operates between Mumbai and Howrah.
- If speed and comfort are priorities, go for the Duronto Express (AC-only).
- Need flexibility or daily schedules? Gitanjali Express is your daily choice.
- For overnight journeys with sleeper options, Weekly Superfast or Jnaneswari Express are good picks.
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