Special train between Howrah-Raxaul
Special train between Howrah-Raxaul
Mithila Express special train Howrah-Raxaul time table, route, frequency and fare
Special train between Howrah-Raxaul (Train No. 03021 / 03022) time table, route, frequency and fare
Eastern Railway Mithila Express special train between Howrah-Raxaul
For the convenience of passengers, ER has decided to run Mithila Express special train between Howrah-Raxaul
Train No. 03021 Howrah-Raxaul Mithila Express special train
Train No. 03021 Howrah-Raxaul Special train will leave from (Daily) Howrah at 15.45 hrs & will reach Raxaul at 09.30 hrs and train running time between the station 17h and 45 minutes.
Train No. 03022 Raxaul-Howrah Mithila Express special train
Similarly, Train No. 03022 Raxaul-Howrah Special train will leave from (Daily) Raxaul at 10.00 hrs & will reach Howrah at 04.05 hrs and train running time between the station 18h and 5 minutes.
Howrah-Raxaul Distance between the station is 693 Kilometer
Train No. 03021 from Howrah -Raxaul special train from 20-10-2025 to 30-11-2025
Train No: 03022 from Raxaul-Howrah special train from 20-10-2025 to 30-11-2025
Here’s the most up-to-date and verified information on AC‑tagged special fare trains between Howrah (HWH) and Raxaul (RXL):
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🚂 Festival/Special-Fare Train: 03021 / Variants – Howrah → Raxaul Special
- Operated during festival or high-demand periods under designations like 03021, often with “05559xx/060xx” intermediate codes.
- Rake typically includes AC 3-tier (3A) plus Sleeper (SL) coaches—though coach quality is generally older ICF stock turn0search0turn0search4turn0search2.
⚠️ Traveler Feedback:
“These special trains… don’t run on time. They use old coaches, get delayed 12–15 hours…” turn0reddit15turn0reddit23
Users consistently report poor reliability, lack of pantry service, and unpredictable schedule.
🚄 Regular Scheduled Service: Train Nos. 13043 / 13044 – Howrah ↔ Raxaul Express
- 13043 (HWH → RXL):
- Runs twice weekly (Wednesday & Friday)
- Departs Howrah at ~22:50, arrives Raxaul ~15:45 next day (~700 km in ~16h 55m)
- 13044 (RXL → HWH):
- Operates Thursday & Saturday, similar travel time (~15h 45m) turn0search8
Coach & Class Details:
- Offers AC 2-tier (2A), AC 3-tier (3A), Sleeper (SL), and General Unreserved, using LHB rake
- No pantry car, but e-catering is available turn0search8turn0search7
📋 At-a-Glance Comparison
| Train No. | Service Type | Frequency | Duration | AC Classes | Pantry |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03021 series | Special-Fare Special | Seasonal only | ~16–17 h | 3A mostly | ✖️ |
| 13043/44 | Regular Express | Twice weekly | ~16h 55m / ~15h 45m | 2A, 3A, SL, Gen | ✖️ (e‑catering only) |
✅ Recommendation
- Avoid special-fare trains like 03021, as they run only on select dates, use older coaches, and are known for frequent delays and service inconsistencies.
- For reliable and reserved AC travel, the 13043/13044 Howrah–Raxaul Express is your best regular option.
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