Howrah Rajdhani Express (12302) returns from New Delhi to Howrah Junction daily. One of Eastern Railway's flagship trains, it covers the 1,448 km Delhi-Kolkata route in 17 hours calling at Kanpur, Prayagraj, Patna, and Gaya.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Delhi Delhi | Start | 17:00 |
| 2 | Kanpur Central Kanpur | 22:10 | 22:15 |
| 3 | Prayagraj Junction Prayagraj | 00:00 (+1d) | 00:05 (+1d) |
| 4 | Patna Junction Patna | 02:55 (+1d) | 03:00 (+1d) |
| 5 | Gaya Junction Gaya | 04:15 (+1d) | 04:20 (+1d) |
| 6 | Asansol Junction Asansol | 07:00 (+1d) | 07:05 (+1d) |
| 7 | Howrah Junction Kolkata | 09:55 (+1d) | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official India railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
Howrah Rajdhani Express (12302) returns from New Delhi to Howrah Junction daily. One of Eastern Railway's flagship trains, it covers the 1,448 km Delhi-Kolkata route in 17 hours calling at Kanpur, Prayagraj, Patna, and Gaya.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 7 stops with a total journey time of approximately 16h 55m.
Available travel classes include Sleeper SL, 3rd AC 3A, 2nd AC 2A, 1st AC 1A. Fares start from INR 450 for Sleeper SL.
Book Howrah Rajdhani Express tickets at irctc.co.in, the official Indian Railways portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure depending on the operator. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach. Bedrolls are typically provided in sleeper classes. Passengers should carry a light jacket as air conditioning can be cold overnight.
Reserved seating
Reserved seating
Reserved seating
Reserved seating
Book Howrah Rajdhani Express tickets at irctc.co.in, the official Indian Railways portal. Compare fares and seat availability before booking. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
Book NowVisit any Indian Railways booking office in person. Staff can help with seat selection, group bookings, and special assistance. Book early for popular departure times and holidays.
Contact Indian Railways for schedule information, delay updates, and booking assistance via their official website or station helpdesk.
Visit Indian RailwaysHowrah Rajdhani Express departs at 17:00 and arrives at the final destination at 09:55 (next day). Total journey time is approximately 16h 55m. Always verify current timings with Indian Railways before travelling.
Howrah Rajdhani Express fares start from approximately 450 (economy class). Book at irctc.co.in for the latest prices.
Book Howrah Rajdhani Express tickets at irctc.co.in, the official Indian Railways booking portal. Tickets are also available at station booking offices. Book in advance for popular routes and holiday periods.
Howrah Rajdhani Express makes 7 stops. The route starts at New Delhi and ends at Howrah Junction. Major intermediate stops include Kanpur Central, Prayagraj Junction, Patna Junction, Gaya Junction.
Check the running days shown in the hero section on this page. Some routes run daily, others run on selected days only. Always verify the current running schedule on the Indian Railways website or app before booking.
Opens Indian Railways official booking site