12356 Archana Express
Train Information
| Train number | 12356 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Archana Express |
| Train type | SUPERFAST |
| Source station | JAMMUTAVI (JAT) |
| Departure | 17:35 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | PATNA JN (PNBE) |
| Arrival | 20:55 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 1,504 km |
| Journey duration | 27 hours 20 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 20 |
| Intermediate stops | 18 |
| Railway zone | Northern Railway (NR) |
| Division | Jammu (JAT) |
| Running days | Wednesday, Sunday |
| Travel classes | 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN |
Train 12356 Archana Express is a SUPERFAST type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from JAMMUTAVI at 5:35 PM. It arrives at its destination, PATNA JN on Day 2 at 8:55 PM, covering a total distance of 1,504 km in 27 hours 20 minutes, with 18 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 12356 Archana Express runs on Wednesday, Sunday and offers travel classes 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Jammu 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 | JAT | JAMMUTAVI | Day 1 | Source | 17:35 | 0 km | |
| 2 | PTKC | PATHANKOT CANTT | Day 1 | 19:02 | 19:07 | 5 min | 100 km |
| 3 | JRC | JALANDHAR CANT | Day 1 | 21:00 | 21:05 | 5 min | 212 km |
| 4 | LDH | LUDHIANA JN | Day 1 | 21:50 | 22:00 | 10 min | 265 km |
| 5 | UMB | AMBALA CANTT | Day 2 | 23:55 | 00:00 | 5 min | 378 km |
| 6 | SRE | SAHARANPUR JN | Day 2 | 01:06 | 01:15 | 9 min | 459 km |
| 7 | MB | MORADABAD | Day 2 | 04:40 | 04:50 | 10 min | 652 km |
| 8 | BE | BAREILLY(NR) | Day 2 | 06:05 | 06:07 | 2 min | 743 km |
| 9 | LKO | LUCKNOW JN | Day 2 | 10:05 | 10:15 | 10 min | 978 km |
| 10 | RBL | RAE BARELI JN | Day 2 | 11:23 | 11:25 | 2 min | 1,055 km |
| 11 | GUGD | GURU GORAKHNATH DHAM | Day 2 | 11:56 | 11:58 | 2 min | 1,084 km |
| 12 | AME | AMETHI | Day 2 | 12:23 | 12:25 | 2 min | 1,116 km |
| 13 | MBDP | MAA BELHA DEVI DHAM PRATAPGARH | Day 2 | 13:05 | 13:10 | 5 min | 1,151 km |
| 14 | BOY | BHADOHI | Day 2 | 14:56 | 14:58 | 2 min | 1,234 km |
| 15 | BSB | VARANASI | Day 2 | 16:35 | 16:45 | 10 min | 1,279 km |
| 16 | DDU | PT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN | Day 2 | 17:35 | 17:40 | 5 min | 1,297 km |
| 17 | BXR | BUXAR | Day 2 | 18:45 | 18:47 | 2 min | 1,387 km |
| 18 | ARA | ARA | Day 2 | 19:32 | 19:34 | 2 min | 1,455 km |
| 19 | DNR | DANAPUR | Day 2 | 20:03 | 20:05 | 2 min | 1,495 km |
| 20 | PNBE | PATNA JN | Day 2 | 20:55 | Destination | 1,504 km |
Train 12356 Archana Express starts its journey from JAMMUTAVI and terminates at PATNA JN. The scheduled station sequence is: JAMMUTAVI, PATHANKOT CANTT, JALANDHAR CANT, LUDHIANA JN, AMBALA CANTT, SAHARANPUR JN, MORADABAD, BAREILLY(NR), LUCKNOW JN, RAE BARELI JN, GURU GORAKHNATH DHAM, AMETHI, MAA BELHA DEVI DHAM PRATAPGARH, BHADOHI, VARANASI, PT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN, BUXAR, ARA, DANAPUR, PATNA JN.
Coach Position and Composition
12356 Archana Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01SLRD
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04H1
- Position 05A2
- Position 06A1
- Position 07M1
- Position 08B5
- Position 09B4
- Position 10B3
- Position 11B2
- Position 12B1
- Position 13PC
- Position 14S6
- Position 15S5
- Position 16S4
- Position 17S3
- Position 18S2
- Position 19S1
- Position 20GEN
- Position 21GEN
- Position 22EOG
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | SLRD |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | H1 |
| 05 | A2 |
| 06 | A1 |
| 07 | M1 |
| 08 | B5 |
| 09 | B4 |
| 10 | B3 |
| 11 | B2 |
| 12 | B1 |
| 13 | PC |
| 14 | S6 |
| 15 | S5 |
| 16 | S4 |
| 17 | S3 |
| 18 | S2 |
| 19 | S1 |
| 20 | GEN |
| 21 | GEN |
| 22 | EOG |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 12356 Archana Express 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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| 3EAC 3 Economy |
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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 12356 Archana Express departs from JAMMUTAVI at 5:35 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 12356 Archana Express terminates at PATNA JN (PNBE).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 12356 Archana Express has the following coach composition: ENG-SLRD-GEN-GEN-H1-A2-A1-M1-B5-B4-B3-B2-B1-PC-S6-S5-S4-S3-S2-S1-GEN-GEN-EOG.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 12356 Archana Express covers a total distance of 1,504 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 12356 Archana Express operates on Wednesday, Sunday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 12356 Archana Express has 18 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 12356 Archana Express offers the following travel classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN.