18404 Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar Express
Train Information
| Train number | 18404 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar Express |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | DHANBAD JN (DHN) |
| Departure | 16:00 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | BHUBANESWAR (BBS) |
| Arrival | 08:30 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 780 km |
| Journey duration | 16 hours 30 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 15 |
| Intermediate stops | 13 |
| Railway zone | East Central Railway (ECR) |
| Division | Dhanbad (DHN) |
| Running days | Daily |
| Travel classes | 2A, 3A, SL, GEN |
Train 18404 Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar Express is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from DHANBAD JN at 4:00 PM. It arrives at its destination, BHUBANESWAR on Day 2 at 8:30 AM, covering a total distance of 780 km in 16 hours 30 minutes, with 13 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 18404 Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar Express runs on Daily and offers travel classes 2A, 3A, SL, 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 | 16:00 | 0 km | |
| 2 | CRP | CHANDRAPURA | Day 1 | 17:03 | 17:05 | 2 min | 34 km |
| 3 | BKSC | BOKARO STEEL CITY | Day 1 | 17:35 | 17:40 | 5 min | 49 km |
| 4 | MURI | MURI JN | Day 1 | 18:23 | 18:25 | 2 min | 102 km |
| 5 | RNC | RANCHI | Day 1 | 19:35 | 19:45 | 10 min | 165 km |
| 6 | HTE | HATIA | Day 1 | 20:10 | 20:15 | 5 min | 172 km |
| 7 | ROU | ROURKELA | Day 1 | 23:15 | 23:25 | 10 min | 338 km |
| 8 | JSG | JHARSUGUDA JN | Day 2 | 01:15 | 01:20 | 5 min | 439 km |
| 9 | SBPY | SAMBALPUR CITY | Day 2 | 01:55 | 02:00 | 5 min | 484 km |
| 10 | RAIR | RAIRAKHOL | Day 2 | 03:00 | 03:02 | 2 min | 549 km |
| 11 | ANGL | ANGUL | Day 2 | 04:45 | 04:47 | 2 min | 635 km |
| 12 | TLHD | TALCHER ROAD | Day 2 | 04:58 | 05:00 | 2 min | 647 km |
| 13 | DNKL | DHENKANAL | Day 2 | 05:42 | 05:44 | 2 min | 695 km |
| 14 | CTC | CUTTACK | Day 2 | 06:38 | 06:43 | 5 min | 753 km |
| 15 | BBS | BHUBANESWAR | Day 2 | 08:30 | Destination | 780 km |
Train 18404 Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar Express starts its journey from DHANBAD JN and terminates at BHUBANESWAR. The scheduled station sequence is: DHANBAD JN, CHANDRAPURA, BOKARO STEEL CITY, MURI JN, RANCHI, HATIA, ROURKELA, JHARSUGUDA JN, SAMBALPUR CITY, RAIRAKHOL, ANGUL, TALCHER ROAD, DHENKANAL, CUTTACK, BHUBANESWAR.
Coach Position and Composition
18404 Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01EOG
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04S6
- Position 05S5
- Position 06S4
- Position 07S3
- Position 08S2
- Position 09S1
- Position 10B4
- Position 11B3
- Position 12B2
- Position 13B1
- Position 14A1
- Position 15GEN
- Position 16GEN
- Position 17SLRD
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | EOG |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | S6 |
| 05 | S5 |
| 06 | S4 |
| 07 | S3 |
| 08 | S2 |
| 09 | S1 |
| 10 | B4 |
| 11 | B3 |
| 12 | B2 |
| 13 | B1 |
| 14 | A1 |
| 15 | GEN |
| 16 | GEN |
| 17 | SLRD |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 18404 Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar 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 18404 Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar Express departs from DHANBAD JN at 4:00 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 18404 Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar Express terminates at BHUBANESWAR (BBS).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 18404 Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar Express has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-GEN-GEN-S6-S5-S4-S3-S2-S1-B4-B3-B2-B1-A1-GEN-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 18404 Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar Express covers a total distance of 780 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 18404 Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar Express operates on Daily.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 18404 Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar Express has 13 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 18404 Dhanbad - Bhubaneswar Express offers the following travel classes: 2A, 3A, SL, GEN.