Special train between Pune-Howrah
Special train between Pune-Howrah (Train No. 02221 / 02222) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, South Eastern Railway has decided to run special train between Pune-Howrah-Pune (Train No. 02221 / 02222)
Train No. 02221 Pune-Howrah special train
Train No. 02221 Pune-Howrah Special train will leave from (Every Mon, Sat) Pune at 15.15 hrs & will reach Howrah at 19.50 hrs and train running time between the station 28 hour and 35 minutes.
Train No. 02222 Howrah-Pune special train
Similarly, Train No. 02222 Howrah-Pune Special train will leave from (Every Thurs, Sat) Howrah at 08.20 hrs & will reach Pune at 11.45 hrs and train running time between the station 27 hour and 25 minutes.
Pune-Howrah Distance between the station is 2014 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 02221 from Pune-Howrah special train will commence from 17-10-2025
Train No: 02222 from Howrah-Pune special train will commence from 15-10-2025
Timings, Composition and Halts: Same as the regular train No. 12221/ 12222 except Daund
Here’s the most up‑to‑date information on the Pune → Howrah Special Train services:
Contents
🚄 1. Pune–Howrah AC Special (Train No. 02221)
- Route: Pune Junction (PUNE) → Howrah Junction (HWH)
- Departure: ~15:15 (from Pune)
- Arrival: ~20:15 next day (at Howrah)
- Journey: ~2,020 km in 28 h 35 min
- Frequency: Twice weekly — Mondays and Saturdays
- Halts: ~7 intermediate stops only
- Classes: AC 1st (1A), AC 2‑tier (2A), AC 3‑tier (3A) only
🧭 2. Other Related Trains (Regular & Special)
• Pune–Howrah Duronto Express (12221 / 12222)
- Fully AC, no intermediate commercial stops except technical halts
- Covers ~2,020 km in about 28 h 35 min (12221) and 27 h 25 min on return (12222)
- Frequency: Twice a week (Monday & Saturday from Pune; Thursday & Saturday for return)
• Azad Hind Express (12129 / 12130)
- Superfast Express, daily service
- Covers ~2,014 km in approximately 32 h
- Offers AC 2‑tier, AC 3‑tier, Sleeper & Unreserved classes
- Non-AC fare special train but regular service
📋 Summary Table
| Train No. | Service Type | Days | Dep (PUNE) | Arr (HWH) | Duration | Distance | AC Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02221 | Pune–Howrah AC Special | Mon, Sat | ~15:15 | ~20:15 (Day 2) | ~28 h 35 min | ~2,020 km | 1A, 2A, 3A |
| 12221 | Pune–Howrah Duronto Express | Mon, Sat | ~15:15 | ~19:50 (approx.) | ~28 h 35 min | ~2,020 km | 1A, 2A, 3A |
| 12129 | Azad Hind Express (Daily) | All Days | ~10:40–18:35 (varies) | ~next night/Morning | ~31–32 h | ~2,014 km | 2A, 3A, SL |
💰 Approx. Fares (AC classes, subject to change)
- 1A: ₹5,000–₹6,500
- 2A: ₹3,500–₹4,200
- 3A: ₹2,600–₹3,200
Exact fares depend on the date, availability, and class. Please confirm via IRCTC or trusted booking platforms.
ℹ️ Additional Notes
- Train 02221 is specially designated with AC‑only coaches and runs only twice a week. Typically operated as an AC Duronto‑type special fare train.
- Duronto (12221/12222) is a scheduled fully-AC service with minimal stops. It may face cancellations or schedule shifts due to track works—check news around April‑June 2025 for disruptions.
- Azad Hind Express (12129/12130) is the daily, more frequent non‑AC & AC mix alternative with lower average speed but consistent service.
✅ Recommendation Tips
- If you need AC accommodation on specific days (Mon/Sat), use 02221 Pune–Howrah AC Special.
- For AC comfort on a scheduled regular service, consider Duronto Express (12221/12222).
- If travel flexibility or daily frequency is key and AC is optional, Azad Hind Express is reliable.
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