12042 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express
Train Information
| Train number | 12042 |
|---|---|
| Train name | New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express |
| Train type | SHATABDI |
| Source station | NEW JALPAIGURI (NJP) |
| Departure | 05:30 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | HOWRAH JN (HWH) |
| Arrival | 13:45 · Day 1 |
| Total distance | 562 km |
| Journey duration | 8 hours 15 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 10 |
| Intermediate stops | 8 |
| Railway zone | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) |
| Division | Katihar (KIR) |
| Running days | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday |
| Travel classes | EC, EV, CC |
Train 12042 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express is a SHATABDI type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from NEW JALPAIGURI at 5:30 AM. It arrives at its destination, HOWRAH JN on Day 1 at 1:45 PM, covering a total distance of 562 km in 8 hours 15 minutes, with 8 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 12042 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express runs on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and offers travel classes EC, EV, CC. The train is operated by the Katihar division of the Northeast Frontier Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Train Route and Timetable
| Stop | Station code | Station name | Journey day | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NJP | NEW JALPAIGURI | Day 1 | Source | 05:30 | 0 km | |
| 2 | KNE | KISHANGANJ | Day 1 | 06:28 | 06:30 | 2 min | 87 km |
| 3 | BOE | BARSOI JN | Day 1 | 07:15 | 07:16 | 1 min | 145 km |
| 4 | MLDT | MALDA TOWN | Day 1 | 08:35 | 08:40 | 5 min | 233 km |
| 5 | NFK | NEW FARAKKA JN | Day 1 | 09:12 | 09:13 | 1 min | 267 km |
| 6 | PKR | PAKUR | Day 1 | 09:49 | 09:51 | 2 min | 300 km |
| 7 | RPH | RAMPUR HAT | Day 1 | 10:27 | 10:29 | 2 min | 355 km |
| 8 | BHP | BOLPUR S NIKTN | Day 1 | 11:02 | 11:04 | 2 min | 415 km |
| 9 | BWN | BARDHAMAN | Day 1 | 12:05 | 12:07 | 2 min | 467 km |
| 10 | HWH | HOWRAH JN | Day 1 | 13:45 | Destination | 562 km |
Train 12042 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express starts its journey from NEW JALPAIGURI and terminates at HOWRAH JN. The scheduled station sequence is: NEW JALPAIGURI, KISHANGANJ, BARSOI JN, MALDA TOWN, NEW FARAKKA JN, PAKUR, RAMPUR HAT, BOLPUR S NIKTN, BARDHAMAN, HOWRAH JN.
Coach Position and Composition
12042 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01EOG
- Position 02E1
- Position 03E2
- Position 04C1
- Position 05C2
- Position 06C3
- Position 07C4
- Position 08C5
- Position 09C6
- Position 10C7
- Position 11C8
- Position 12C9
- Position 13C10
- Position 14EOG
- Position 15EV1
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | EOG |
| 02 | E1 |
| 03 | E2 |
| 04 | C1 |
| 05 | C2 |
| 06 | C3 |
| 07 | C4 |
| 08 | C5 |
| 09 | C6 |
| 10 | C7 |
| 11 | C8 |
| 12 | C9 |
| 13 | C10 |
| 14 | EOG |
| 15 | EV1 |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 12042 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| CC |
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| EC |
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Actual booking prices may vary depending on the date of journey, availability, quota, applicable charges and railway updates. Verify the current fare through official Indian Railways booking channels before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does this train depart from its originating station?
Train 12042 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express departs from NEW JALPAIGURI at 5:30 AM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 12042 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express terminates at HOWRAH JN (HWH).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 12042 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-E1-E2-C1-C2-C3-C4-C5-C6-C7-C8-C9-C10-EOG-EV1.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 12042 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express covers a total distance of 562 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 12042 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express operates on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 12042 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express has 8 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 12042 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Shatabdi Express offers the following travel classes: EC, EV, CC.