Special train between Howrah-Kathgodam (Train No 03019/ 03020) time table, route, frequency and fare
Special train between Howrah-Kathgodam (Train No 03019/ 03020) time table, route, frequency and fare
Eastern Railway Bagh Festival Special train between Howrah-Kathgodam
For the convenience of passengers, ER has decided to run Special train between Howrah-Kathgodam
Train No. 03019 Howrah-Kathgodam Bagh Festival Special train
Train No. 03019 Howrah-Kathgodam Special train will leave from (Daily) Howrah at 21.45 hrs & will reach Kathgodam at 09.30 hrs and train running time between the station 35h and 45 minutes.
Train No. 03020 Kathgodam-Howrah Bagh Festival Special train
Similarly, Train No. 03020 Kathgodam-Howrah Special train will leave from (Daily) Kathgodam at 21.45 hrs & will reach Howrah at 12.40 hrs and train running time between the station 38h and 55 minutes.
Howrah-Kathgodam Distance between the station is 1512 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 03019 from Howrah-Kathgodam Bagh Festival Special train 15-10-2025 to 30-11-2025
Train No: 03020 from Kathgodam-Howrah Bagh Festival Special train -15-10-2025 to 30-11-2025
Enroute this train will halt at Howrah, Shrirampur, Bandel Jn, Barddhaman Jn, Durgapur, Andal Jn, RaniGanj, Asansol Jn, Chittaranjan, Madhupur Jn, Jasidih Jn, Simultala, Jhajha, Jamui, Kiul Jn, Luckeesarai Jn, Barhiya, Dinkar Gram Simaria, Barauni Jn, Bachhwara Jn, Dalsingh Sarai, NazirGanj, Ujiarpur, Samastipur Jn, Karpoori Gram, Khudiram Bose Pusa, Dholi, Muzaffarpur Jn, Goraul, Bhagwanpur, Hajipur Jn, Sonpur Jn, Nayagaon, Dighwara, Chhapra Jn, Daudpur, Ekma, Chainwa, Duraundha Jn, Siwan Jn, Jiradei, Mairwa, Bankata, Bhatpar Rani, Bhatni Jn, Deoria Sadar, Chauri Chaura, Gorakhpur Jn, Khalilabad, Basti, Gonda Jn, Jarwal Road, Barabanki Jn, Lucknow Charbagh NR, Hardoi, Roza Jn, Shahjahanpur, Bareilly Jn, Rampur Jn, Bilaspur Road, Rudrapur City, Haldi Road, Lal Kuan Jn, Haldwani, Kathgodam stations in both directions.
Here’s the current status for the special train service between Howrah Junction (HWH) and Kathgodam (KGM):
Contents
🚆 Train Nos. 03019 / 03020 – Howrah ↔ Kathgodam Special Fare Special (Bagh Special)
📅 Frequency
- Operates daily, 7 days a week in both directions
🕘 Schedule & Duration
- Train 03019 (Howrah → Kathgodam)
- Departs Howrah at 21:45 hrs, arrives at Kathgodam around 09:25–09:30 hrs after ~35 h 40–45 m over ~1,512–1,514 km
- Train 03020 (Kathgodam → Howrah)
- Departs Kathgodam at 21:50 hrs, arriving at Howrah at ~12:40 hrs two days later; total journey time ~38 h 50 m over ~1,512 km
🗺 Route & Key Halts
- Passes through major states: West Bengal → Jharkhand → Bihar → Uttar Pradesh → Uttarakhand
- Stops include Serampore (SRP), Bandel (BDC), Barddhaman (BWN), Asansol, Jhajha, Lucknow, Bareilly, Rampur, Haldwani, among others (~56–64 halts depending on train)
💼 Coach Classes & Fare
- Available classes: AC 2-tier (2A), AC 3-tier (3A), Sleeper (SL), Second Sitting (2S)
- The train includes on-board or e‑catering; pantry cars may not be attached consistently
- Superfast fare applies according to standard IRCTC fare slabs; exact fares fluctuate by season and availability
📊 Summary Table
| Direction | Train No. | Dep. Time | Arr. Time | Duration | Distance | Frequency | Classes Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howrah → Kathgodam | 03019 | 21:45 | ~09:25 next day | ~35 h 40–45 m | ~1,514 km | Daily | 2A, 3A, SL, 2S |
| Kathgodam → Howrah | 03020 | 21:50 | ~12:40 +2 days | ~38 h 50 m | ~1,514 km | Daily | Same as above |
⚠️ Notes & Advice
- This is a “COVID special” or special-fare train, generally given lowest priority on the network—meaning delays or cancellations are common.
- It’s advisable to verify its operation close to your travel date via IRCTC, NTES, or official railway sources, as such specials may be withdrawn without advance notice
✅ Travel Recommendations
- For confirmed travel, consider taking the regular Bagh Express (13019/13020) which is the permanent train on this route with similar schedule. It operates daily with reliable service and similar classes
Would you like help checking seat availability, fare estimates, or live running status for either the special (03019/03020) or the regular Bagh Express (13019/13020) for your preferred date?