12340 Coalfield Express
Train Information
| Train number | 12340 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Coalfield Express |
| Train type | SUPERFAST |
| Source station | DHANBAD JN (DHN) |
| Departure | 05:50 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | HOWRAH JN (HWH) |
| Arrival | 10:25 · Day 1 |
| Total distance | 257 km |
| Journey duration | 4 hours 35 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 13 |
| Intermediate stops | 11 |
| Railway zone | East Central Railway (ECR) |
| Division | Dhanbad (DHN) |
| Running days | Daily |
| Travel classes | CC, 2S, GEN |
Train 12340 Coalfield Express is a SUPERFAST type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from DHANBAD JN at 5:50 AM. It arrives at its destination, HOWRAH JN on Day 1 at 10:25 AM, covering a total distance of 257 km in 4 hours 35 minutes, with 11 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 12340 Coalfield Express runs on Daily and offers travel classes CC, 2S, GEN. The train is operated by the Dhanbad division of the East Central Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Train Route and Timetable
| Stop | Station code | Station name | Journey day | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DHN | DHANBAD JN | Day 1 | Source | 05:50 | 0 km | |
| 2 | KMME | KUMARDUBI | Day 1 | 06:18 | 06:19 | 1 min | 39 km |
| 3 | BRR | BARAKAR | Day 1 | 06:23 | 06:24 | 1 min | 41 km |
| 4 | ULT | KULTI | Day 1 | 06:28 | 06:29 | 1 min | 45 km |
| 5 | STN | SITARAMPUR | Day 1 | 06:34 | 06:35 | 1 min | 49 km |
| 6 | ASN | ASANSOL JN | Day 1 | 06:50 | 06:53 | 3 min | 57 km |
| 7 | RNG | RANIGANJ | Day 1 | 07:09 | 07:10 | 1 min | 76 km |
| 8 | UDL | ANDAL JN | Day 1 | 07:18 | 07:20 | 2 min | 83 km |
| 9 | OYR | WARIA | Day 1 | 07:29 | 07:30 | 1 min | 91 km |
| 10 | DGR | DURGAPUR | Day 1 | 07:39 | 07:41 | 2 min | 100 km |
| 11 | PAN | PANAGARH | Day 1 | 07:54 | 07:55 | 1 min | 115 km |
| 12 | MNAE | MANKAR | Day 1 | 08:05 | 08:06 | 1 min | 125 km |
| 13 | HWH | HOWRAH JN | Day 1 | 10:25 | Destination | 257 km |
Train 12340 Coalfield Express starts its journey from DHANBAD JN and terminates at HOWRAH JN. The scheduled station sequence is: DHANBAD JN, KUMARDUBI, BARAKAR, KULTI, SITARAMPUR, ASANSOL JN, RANIGANJ, ANDAL JN, WARIA, DURGAPUR, PANAGARH, MANKAR, HOWRAH JN.
Coach Position and Composition
12340 Coalfield Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01SLRD
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04D5
- Position 05D4
- Position 06D3
- Position 07D2
- Position 08D1
- Position 09C2
- Position 10C1
- Position 11GEN
- Position 12GEN
- Position 13GEN
- Position 14GEN
- Position 15GEN
- Position 16GEN
- Position 17GEN
- Position 18EOG
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | SLRD |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | D5 |
| 05 | D4 |
| 06 | D3 |
| 07 | D2 |
| 08 | D1 |
| 09 | C2 |
| 10 | C1 |
| 11 | GEN |
| 12 | GEN |
| 13 | GEN |
| 14 | GEN |
| 15 | GEN |
| 16 | GEN |
| 17 | GEN |
| 18 | EOG |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 12340 Coalfield Express in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| GNGeneral |
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| 2S |
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| CC |
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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 12340 Coalfield Express departs from DHANBAD JN at 5:50 AM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 12340 Coalfield Express terminates at HOWRAH JN (HWH).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 12340 Coalfield Express has the following coach composition: ENG-SLRD-GEN-GEN-D5-D4-D3-D2-D1-C2-C1-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-EOG.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 12340 Coalfield Express covers a total distance of 257 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 12340 Coalfield Express operates on Daily.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 12340 Coalfield Express has 11 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 12340 Coalfield Express offers the following travel classes: CC, 2S, GEN.