12306 New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani Express (Via Patna)
Train Information
| Train number | 12306 |
|---|---|
| Train name | New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani Express (Via Patna) |
| Train type | RAJDHANI |
| Source station | NEW DELHI (NDLS) |
| Departure | 16:50 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | HOWRAH JN (HWH) |
| Arrival | 12:15 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 1,527 km |
| Journey duration | 19 hours 25 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 9 |
| Intermediate stops | 7 |
| Railway zone | Northern Railway (NR) |
| Division | Delhi (DLI) |
| Running days | Friday |
| Travel classes | 1A, 2A, 3A |
Train 12306 New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani Express (Via Patna) is a RAJDHANI type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from NEW DELHI at 4:50 PM. It arrives at its destination, HOWRAH JN on Day 2 at 12:15 PM, covering a total distance of 1,527 km in 19 hours 25 minutes, with 7 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 12306 New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani Express (Via Patna) runs on Friday and offers travel classes 1A, 2A, 3A. The train is operated by the Delhi division of the Northern Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Train Route and Timetable
| Stop | Station code | Station name | Journey day | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NDLS | NEW DELHI | Day 1 | Source | 16:50 | 0 km | |
| 2 | CNB | KANPUR CENTRAL | Day 1 | 21:30 | 21:35 | 5 min | 441 km |
| 3 | PRYJ | PRAYAGRAJ JN | Day 1 | 23:41 | 23:43 | 2 min | 635 km |
| 4 | DDU | PT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN | Day 2 | 01:33 | 01:40 | 7 min | 788 km |
| 5 | PNBE | PATNA JN | Day 2 | 04:18 | 04:25 | 7 min | 995 km |
| 6 | JSME | JASIDIH JN | Day 2 | 07:39 | 07:43 | 4 min | 1,216 km |
| 7 | MDP | MADHUPUR JN | Day 2 | 08:04 | 08:06 | 2 min | 1,245 km |
| 8 | BWN | BARDHAMAN | Day 2 | 10:35 | 10:37 | 2 min | 1,432 km |
| 9 | HWH | HOWRAH JN | Day 2 | 12:15 | Destination | 1,527 km |
Train 12306 New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani Express (Via Patna) starts its journey from NEW DELHI and terminates at HOWRAH JN. The scheduled station sequence is: NEW DELHI, KANPUR CENTRAL, PRAYAGRAJ JN, PT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN, PATNA JN, JASIDIH JN, MADHUPUR JN, BARDHAMAN, HOWRAH JN.
Coach Position and Composition
12306 New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani Express (Via Patna) indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01EOG
- Position 02A6
- Position 03A5
- Position 04A4
- Position 05A3
- Position 06A2
- Position 07A1
- Position 08H2
- Position 09H1
- Position 10PC
- Position 11B11
- Position 12B10
- Position 13B9
- Position 14B8
- Position 15B7
- Position 16B6
- Position 17B5
- Position 18B4
- Position 19B3
- Position 20B2
- Position 21B1
- Position 22EOG
- Position 23VP
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | EOG |
| 02 | A6 |
| 03 | A5 |
| 04 | A4 |
| 05 | A3 |
| 06 | A2 |
| 07 | A1 |
| 08 | H2 |
| 09 | H1 |
| 10 | PC |
| 11 | B11 |
| 12 | B10 |
| 13 | B9 |
| 14 | B8 |
| 15 | B7 |
| 16 | B6 |
| 17 | B5 |
| 18 | B4 |
| 19 | B3 |
| 20 | B2 |
| 21 | B1 |
| 22 | EOG |
| 23 | VP |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 12306 New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani 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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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 12306 New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani Express (Via Patna) departs from NEW DELHI at 4:50 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 12306 New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani Express (Via Patna) terminates at HOWRAH JN (HWH).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 12306 New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani Express (Via Patna) has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-A6-A5-A4-A3-A2-A1-H2-H1-PC-B11-B10-B9-B8-B7-B6-B5-B4-B3-B2-B1-EOG-VP.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 12306 New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani Express (Via Patna) covers a total distance of 1,527 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 12306 New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani Express (Via Patna) operates on Friday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 12306 New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani Express (Via Patna) has 7 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 12306 New Delhi - Howrah Rajdhani Express (Via Patna) offers the following travel classes: 1A, 2A, 3A.