22388 Black Diamond Express
Train Information
| Train number | 22388 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Black Diamond Express |
| Train type | SUPERFAST |
| Source station | DHANBAD JN (DHN) |
| Departure | 16:20 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | HOWRAH JN (HWH) |
| Arrival | 21:30 · Day 1 |
| Total distance | 269 km |
| Journey duration | 5 hours 10 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 16 |
| Intermediate stops | 14 |
| Railway zone | East Central Railway (ECR) |
| Division | Dhanbad (DHN) |
| Running days | Daily |
| Travel classes | CC, 2S, GEN |
Train 22388 Black Diamond Express is a SUPERFAST type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from DHANBAD JN at 4:20 PM. It arrives at its destination, HOWRAH JN on Day 1 at 9:30 PM, covering a total distance of 269 km in 5 hours 10 minutes, with 14 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 22388 Black Diamond 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 | 16:20 | 0 km | |
| 2 | KMME | KUMARDUBI | Day 1 | 16:49 | 16:50 | 1 min | 39 km |
| 3 | BRR | BARAKAR | Day 1 | 16:54 | 16:55 | 1 min | 41 km |
| 4 | ULT | KULTI | Day 1 | 17:00 | 17:01 | 1 min | 45 km |
| 5 | STN | SITARAMPUR | Day 1 | 17:08 | 17:09 | 1 min | 49 km |
| 6 | ASN | ASANSOL JN | Day 1 | 17:24 | 17:27 | 3 min | 57 km |
| 7 | RNG | RANIGANJ | Day 1 | 17:42 | 17:43 | 1 min | 76 km |
| 8 | UDL | ANDAL JN | Day 1 | 17:51 | 17:52 | 1 min | 83 km |
| 9 | OYR | WARIA | Day 1 | 18:00 | 18:01 | 1 min | 91 km |
| 10 | DGR | DURGAPUR | Day 1 | 18:09 | 18:11 | 2 min | 100 km |
| 11 | PAN | PANAGARH | Day 1 | 18:23 | 18:24 | 1 min | 115 km |
| 12 | MNAE | MANKAR | Day 1 | 18:33 | 18:34 | 1 min | 125 km |
| 13 | BWN | BARDHAMAN | Day 1 | 19:13 | 19:15 | 2 min | 163 km |
| 14 | BDC | BANDEL | Day 1 | 20:14 | 20:16 | 2 min | 230 km |
| 15 | SHE | SEORAPHULI | Day 1 | 20:33 | 20:35 | 2 min | 247 km |
| 16 | HWH | HOWRAH JN | Day 1 | 21:30 | Destination | 269 km |
Train 22388 Black Diamond 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, BARDHAMAN, BANDEL, SEORAPHULI, HOWRAH JN.
Coach Position and Composition
22388 Black Diamond Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01EOG
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04GEN
- Position 05GEN
- Position 06D1
- Position 07D2
- Position 08D3
- Position 09D4
- Position 10D5
- Position 11D6
- Position 12C1
- Position 13C2
- Position 14GEN
- Position 15GEN
- Position 16GEN
- Position 17GEN
- Position 18GEN
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20SLRD
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | EOG |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | GEN |
| 05 | GEN |
| 06 | D1 |
| 07 | D2 |
| 08 | D3 |
| 09 | D4 |
| 10 | D5 |
| 11 | D6 |
| 12 | C1 |
| 13 | C2 |
| 14 | GEN |
| 15 | GEN |
| 16 | GEN |
| 17 | GEN |
| 18 | GEN |
| 19 | GEN |
| 20 | SLRD |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 22388 Black Diamond 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 22388 Black Diamond Express departs from DHANBAD JN at 4:20 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 22388 Black Diamond Express terminates at HOWRAH JN (HWH).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 22388 Black Diamond Express has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-D1-D2-D3-D4-D5-D6-C1-C2-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 22388 Black Diamond Express covers a total distance of 269 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 22388 Black Diamond Express operates on Daily.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 22388 Black Diamond Express has 14 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 22388 Black Diamond Express offers the following travel classes: CC, 2S, GEN.