12303 Poorva Express (via Patna)
Train Information
| Train number | 12303 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Poorva Express (via Patna) |
| Train type | SUPERFAST |
| Source station | HOWRAH JN (HWH) |
| Departure | 08:00 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | SHAKURBASTI (SSB) |
| Arrival | 07:20 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 1,539 km |
| Journey duration | 23 hours 20 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 26 |
| Intermediate stops | 24 |
| Railway zone | Eastern Railway (ER) |
| Division | Howrah (HWH) |
| Running days | Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday |
| Travel classes | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GEN |
Train 12303 Poorva Express (via Patna) is a SUPERFAST type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from HOWRAH JN at 8:00 AM. It arrives at its destination, SHAKURBASTI on Day 2 at 7:20 AM, covering a total distance of 1,539 km in 23 hours 20 minutes, with 24 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 12303 Poorva Express (via Patna) runs on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and offers travel classes 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Howrah division of the Eastern Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Train Route and Timetable
| Stop | Station code | Station name | Journey day | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HWH | HOWRAH JN | Day 1 | Source | 08:00 | 0 km | |
| 2 | BWN | BARDHAMAN | Day 1 | 08:55 | 08:57 | 2 min | 95 km |
| 3 | DGR | DURGAPUR | Day 1 | 09:47 | 09:49 | 2 min | 158 km |
| 4 | ASN | ASANSOL JN | Day 1 | 10:21 | 10:26 | 5 min | 200 km |
| 5 | CRJ | CHITTARANJAN | Day 1 | 10:48 | 10:50 | 2 min | 225 km |
| 6 | JMT | JAMTARA | Day 1 | 11:03 | 11:05 | 2 min | 240 km |
| 7 | MDP | MADHUPUR JN | Day 1 | 11:30 | 11:32 | 2 min | 282 km |
| 8 | JSME | JASIDIH JN | Day 1 | 11:53 | 11:57 | 4 min | 311 km |
| 9 | JAJ | JHAJHA | Day 1 | 13:05 | 13:10 | 5 min | 355 km |
| 10 | JMU | JAMUI | Day 1 | 13:28 | 13:30 | 2 min | 381 km |
| 11 | KIUL | KIUL JN | Day 1 | 13:56 | 13:58 | 2 min | 409 km |
| 12 | MKA | MOKAMA | Day 1 | 14:22 | 14:24 | 2 min | 443 km |
| 13 | BARH | BARH | Day 1 | 14:41 | 14:43 | 2 min | 468 km |
| 14 | BKP | BAKHTIYARPUR JN | Day 1 | 14:57 | 14:59 | 2 min | 486 km |
| 15 | PNBE | PATNA JN | Day 1 | 15:43 | 15:50 | 7 min | 532 km |
| 16 | DNR | DANAPUR | Day 1 | 16:04 | 16:06 | 2 min | 542 km |
| 17 | ARA | ARA | Day 1 | 16:35 | 16:40 | 5 min | 581 km |
| 18 | BXR | BUXAR | Day 1 | 17:18 | 17:20 | 2 min | 650 km |
| 19 | DDU | PT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN | Day 1 | 19:28 | 19:35 | 7 min | 739 km |
| 20 | PRYJ | PRAYAGRAJ JN | Day 1 | 21:35 | 21:40 | 5 min | 892 km |
| 21 | CNB | KANPUR CENTRAL | Day 2 | 00:02 | 00:07 | 5 min | 1,086 km |
| 22 | ETW | ETAWAH JN | Day 2 | 01:29 | 01:31 | 2 min | 1,226 km |
| 23 | TDL | TUNDLA JN | Day 2 | 02:48 | 02:50 | 2 min | 1,318 km |
| 24 | ALJN | ALIGARH JN | Day 2 | 03:38 | 03:40 | 2 min | 1,396 km |
| 25 | NDLS | NEW DELHI | Day 2 | 06:20 | 06:45 | 25 min | 1,527 km |
| 26 | SSB | SHAKURBASTI | Day 2 | 07:20 | Destination | 1,539 km |
Train 12303 Poorva Express (via Patna) starts its journey from HOWRAH JN and terminates at SHAKURBASTI. The scheduled station sequence is: HOWRAH JN, BARDHAMAN, DURGAPUR, ASANSOL JN, CHITTARANJAN, JAMTARA, MADHUPUR JN, JASIDIH JN, JHAJHA, JAMUI, KIUL JN, MOKAMA, BARH, BAKHTIYARPUR JN, PATNA JN, DANAPUR, ARA, BUXAR, PT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN, PRAYAGRAJ JN, KANPUR CENTRAL, ETAWAH JN, TUNDLA JN, ALIGARH JN, NEW DELHI, SHAKURBASTI.
Coach Position and Composition
12303 Poorva Express (via Patna) indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01VP
- Position 02SLRD
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04GEN
- Position 05S1
- Position 06S2
- Position 07S3
- Position 08S4
- Position 09S5
- Position 10S6
- Position 11S7
- Position 12PC
- Position 13B1
- Position 14B2
- Position 15B3
- Position 16B4
- Position 17B5
- Position 18A1
- Position 19A2
- Position 20HA1
- Position 21GEN
- Position 22GEN
- Position 23EOG
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | VP |
| 02 | SLRD |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | GEN |
| 05 | S1 |
| 06 | S2 |
| 07 | S3 |
| 08 | S4 |
| 09 | S5 |
| 10 | S6 |
| 11 | S7 |
| 12 | PC |
| 13 | B1 |
| 14 | B2 |
| 15 | B3 |
| 16 | B4 |
| 17 | B5 |
| 18 | A1 |
| 19 | A2 |
| 20 | HA1 |
| 21 | GEN |
| 22 | GEN |
| 23 | EOG |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 12303 Poorva Express (via Patna) in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| 1AFirst AC |
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| 2AAC 2 Tier |
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| 3AAC 3 Tier |
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| SLSleeper |
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| GNGeneral |
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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 12303 Poorva Express (via Patna) departs from HOWRAH JN at 8:00 AM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 12303 Poorva Express (via Patna) terminates at SHAKURBASTI (SSB).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 12303 Poorva Express (via Patna) has the following coach composition: ENG-VP-SLRD-GEN-GEN-S1-S2-S3-S4-S5-S6-S7-PC-B1-B2-B3-B4-B5-A1-A2-HA1-GEN-GEN-EOG.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 12303 Poorva Express (via Patna) covers a total distance of 1,539 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 12303 Poorva Express (via Patna) operates on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 12303 Poorva Express (via Patna) has 24 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 12303 Poorva Express (via Patna) offers the following travel classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GEN.