12381 Poorva Express (Via Gaya)
Train Information
| Train number | 12381 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Poorva Express (Via Gaya) |
| Train type | SUPERFAST |
| Source station | HOWRAH JN (HWH) |
| Departure | 08:15 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | SHAKURBASTI (SSB) |
| Arrival | 07:20 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 1,460 km |
| Journey duration | 23 hours 5 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 23 |
| Intermediate stops | 21 |
| Railway zone | Eastern Railway (ER) |
| Division | Howrah (HWH) |
| Running days | Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday |
| Travel classes | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GEN |
Train 12381 Poorva Express (Via Gaya) is a SUPERFAST type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from HOWRAH JN at 8:15 AM. It arrives at its destination, SHAKURBASTI on Day 2 at 7:20 AM, covering a total distance of 1,460 km in 23 hours 5 minutes, with 21 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 12381 Poorva Express (Via Gaya) runs on Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday 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 | 08:15 | 0 km | |
| 2 | BWN | BARDHAMAN | Day 1 | 09:07 | 09:09 | 2 min | 95 km |
| 3 | DGR | DURGAPUR | Day 1 | 10:01 | 10:03 | 2 min | 158 km |
| 4 | ASN | ASANSOL JN | Day 1 | 10:33 | 10:38 | 5 min | 200 km |
| 5 | DHN | DHANBAD JN | Day 1 | 11:55 | 12:00 | 5 min | 258 km |
| 6 | PNME | PARASNATH | Day 1 | 12:34 | 12:36 | 2 min | 306 km |
| 7 | KQR | KODERMA | Day 1 | 13:19 | 13:21 | 2 min | 381 km |
| 8 | GAYA | GAYA JN | Day 1 | 14:40 | 14:45 | 5 min | 457 km |
| 9 | RFJ | RAFIGANJ | Day 1 | 15:14 | 15:16 | 2 min | 495 km |
| 10 | AUBR | ANUGRAHA N ROAD | Day 1 | 15:36 | 15:38 | 2 min | 526 km |
| 11 | DOS | DEHRI ON SONE | Day 1 | 15:52 | 15:54 | 2 min | 542 km |
| 12 | SSM | SASARAM | Day 1 | 16:08 | 16:10 | 2 min | 560 km |
| 13 | BBU | BHABUA ROAD | Day 1 | 16:36 | 16:38 | 2 min | 608 km |
| 14 | DDU | PT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN | Day 1 | 17:50 | 17:55 | 5 min | 661 km |
| 15 | BSB | VARANASI | Day 1 | 18:45 | 18:55 | 10 min | 679 km |
| 16 | JNH | JANGHAI JN | Day 1 | 19:58 | 20:00 | 2 min | 754 km |
| 17 | PRYJ | PRAYAGRAJ JN | Day 1 | 21:30 | 21:35 | 5 min | 814 km |
| 18 | CNB | KANPUR CENTRAL | Day 2 | 00:02 | 00:07 | 5 min | 1,008 km |
| 19 | ETW | ETAWAH JN | Day 2 | 01:29 | 01:31 | 2 min | 1,148 km |
| 20 | TDL | TUNDLA JN | Day 2 | 02:48 | 02:50 | 2 min | 1,239 km |
| 21 | ALJN | ALIGARH JN | Day 2 | 03:38 | 03:40 | 2 min | 1,317 km |
| 22 | NDLS | NEW DELHI | Day 2 | 06:20 | 06:45 | 25 min | 1,449 km |
| 23 | SSB | SHAKURBASTI | Day 2 | 07:20 | Destination | 1,460 km |
Train 12381 Poorva Express (Via Gaya) starts its journey from HOWRAH JN and terminates at SHAKURBASTI. The scheduled station sequence is: HOWRAH JN, BARDHAMAN, DURGAPUR, ASANSOL JN, DHANBAD JN, PARASNATH, KODERMA, GAYA JN, RAFIGANJ, ANUGRAHA N ROAD, DEHRI ON SONE, SASARAM, BHABUA ROAD, PT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN, VARANASI, JANGHAI JN, PRAYAGRAJ JN, KANPUR CENTRAL, ETAWAH JN, TUNDLA JN, ALIGARH JN, NEW DELHI, SHAKURBASTI.
Coach Position and Composition
12381 Poorva Express (Via Gaya) 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 12381 Poorva Express (Via Gaya) 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 12381 Poorva Express (Via Gaya) departs from HOWRAH JN at 8:15 AM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 12381 Poorva Express (Via Gaya) terminates at SHAKURBASTI (SSB).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 12381 Poorva Express (Via Gaya) 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 12381 Poorva Express (Via Gaya) covers a total distance of 1,460 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 12381 Poorva Express (Via Gaya) operates on Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 12381 Poorva Express (Via Gaya) has 21 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 12381 Poorva Express (Via Gaya) offers the following travel classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GEN.