12742 Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express
Train Information
| Train number | 12742 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express |
| Train type | SUPERFAST |
| Source station | PATNA JN (PNBE) |
| Departure | 14:05 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | VASCO DA GAMA (VSG) |
| Arrival | 05:45 · Day 3 |
| Total distance | 2,229 km |
| Journey duration | 39 hours 40 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 21 |
| Intermediate stops | 19 |
| Railway zone | East Central Railway (ECR) |
| Division | Danapur (DNR) |
| Running days | Saturday |
| Travel classes | 2A, 3A, SL, GEN |
Train 12742 Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express is a SUPERFAST type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from PATNA JN at 2:05 PM. It arrives at its destination, VASCO DA GAMA on Day 3 at 5:45 AM, covering a total distance of 2,229 km in 39 hours 40 minutes, with 19 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 12742 Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express runs on Saturday and offers travel classes 2A, 3A, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Danapur 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 | PNBE | PATNA JN | Day 1 | Source | 14:05 | 0 km | |
| 2 | ARA | ARA | Day 1 | 14:41 | 14:43 | 2 min | 49 km |
| 3 | BXR | BUXAR | Day 1 | 15:24 | 15:26 | 2 min | 118 km |
| 4 | DDU | PT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN | Day 1 | 17:33 | 17:40 | 7 min | 208 km |
| 5 | PCOI | PRAYAGRAJ CHHEOKI | Day 1 | 20:00 | 20:02 | 2 min | 352 km |
| 6 | STA | SATNA | Day 1 | 22:45 | 22:50 | 5 min | 521 km |
| 7 | KTE | KATNI | Day 2 | 00:00 | 00:05 | 5 min | 619 km |
| 8 | JBP | JABALPUR | Day 2 | 01:20 | 01:30 | 10 min | 710 km |
| 9 | ET | ITARSI JN | Day 2 | 05:10 | 05:20 | 10 min | 955 km |
| 10 | KNW | KHANDWA JN | Day 2 | 07:55 | 07:57 | 2 min | 1,133 km |
| 11 | BSL | BHUSAVAL JN | Day 2 | 09:50 | 09:55 | 5 min | 1,256 km |
| 12 | MMR | MANMAD JN | Day 2 | 12:23 | 12:25 | 2 min | 1,440 km |
| 13 | NK | NASIK ROAD | Day 2 | 13:35 | 13:40 | 5 min | 1,513 km |
| 14 | KYN | KALYAN JN | Day 2 | 16:22 | 16:25 | 3 min | 1,647 km |
| 15 | PNVL | PANVEL | Day 2 | 17:05 | 17:10 | 5 min | 1,685 km |
| 16 | CHI | CHIPLUN | Day 2 | 21:10 | 21:12 | 2 min | 1,890 km |
| 17 | RN | RATNAGIRI | Day 2 | 22:30 | 22:35 | 5 min | 1,966 km |
| 18 | SWV | SAWANTWADI ROAD | Day 3 | 01:00 | 01:02 | 2 min | 2,126 km |
| 19 | THVM | THIVIM | Day 3 | 01:30 | 01:32 | 2 min | 2,158 km |
| 20 | MAO | MADGAON JN | Day 3 | 03:00 | 03:10 | 10 min | 2,204 km |
| 21 | VSG | VASCO DA GAMA | Day 3 | 05:45 | Destination | 2,229 km |
Train 12742 Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express starts its journey from PATNA JN and terminates at VASCO DA GAMA. The scheduled station sequence is: PATNA JN, ARA, BUXAR, PT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN, PRAYAGRAJ CHHEOKI, SATNA, KATNI, JABALPUR, ITARSI JN, KHANDWA JN, BHUSAVAL JN, MANMAD JN, NASIK ROAD, KALYAN JN, PANVEL, CHIPLUN, RATNAGIRI, SAWANTWADI ROAD, THIVIM, MADGAON JN, VASCO DA GAMA.
Coach Position and Composition
12742 Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01EOG
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04S10
- Position 05S9
- Position 06S8
- Position 07S7
- Position 08S6
- Position 09S5
- Position 10S4
- Position 11S3
- Position 12S2
- Position 13S1
- Position 14B2
- Position 15B1
- Position 16A2
- Position 17A1
- Position 18GEN
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20SLRD
- Position 21VP
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | EOG |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | S10 |
| 05 | S9 |
| 06 | S8 |
| 07 | S7 |
| 08 | S6 |
| 09 | S5 |
| 10 | S4 |
| 11 | S3 |
| 12 | S2 |
| 13 | S1 |
| 14 | B2 |
| 15 | B1 |
| 16 | A2 |
| 17 | A1 |
| 18 | GEN |
| 19 | GEN |
| 20 | SLRD |
| 21 | VP |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 12742 Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| 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 12742 Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express departs from PATNA JN at 2:05 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 12742 Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express terminates at VASCO DA GAMA (VSG).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 12742 Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-GEN-GEN-S10-S9-S8-S7-S6-S5-S4-S3-S2-S1-B2-B1-A2-A1-GEN-GEN-SLRD-VP.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 12742 Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express covers a total distance of 2,229 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 12742 Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express operates on Saturday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 12742 Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express has 19 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 12742 Patna - Vasco-da-Gama SF Express offers the following travel classes: 2A, 3A, SL, GEN.