20898 — VANDE BHARAT EXP
VANDE BHARAT EXP (20898) runs from RANCHI to HOWRAH JN in 07h 10m · classes: CC, EC.
06:00
Departs RNC
13:10
Arrives HWH
8
Stops
2
Classes
Coach Position
See full layout & platforms →Engine to brake-van order (8 coaches) · schedule of 24-May-2026.
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C1
C2
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C4
C5
C6
C7
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Train Details
| Train Number | 20898 |
|---|---|
| Train Name | VANDE BHARAT EXP |
| From | RANCHI (RNC) |
| To | HOWRAH JN (HWH) |
| Departure | 06:00 |
| Arrival | 13:10 |
| Duration | 07h 10m |
| Classes | CC, EC |
| Type | SHATABDI |
| Running Days | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Route & Stops
| # | Station | Code | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RANCHI | RNC | — | 06:00 | — | — |
| 2 | MURI | MURI | 06:50 | 06:52 | 2min | 62 km |
| 3 | KOTSHILA | KSX | 07:14 | 07:15 | 1min | 86 km |
| 4 | PURULIA JN | PRR | 07:43 | 07:45 | 2min | 123 km |
| 5 | CHANDIL JN | CNI | 08:34 | 08:35 | 1min | 177 km |
| 6 | TATANAGAR JN | TATA | 09:23 | 09:28 | 5min | 213 km |
| 7 | KHARAGPUR JN | KGP | 11:13 | 11:15 | 2min | 347 km |
| 8 | HOWRAH JN | HWH | 13:10 | 13:10 | — | 462 km |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the route of 20898 VANDE BHARAT EXP?
VANDE BHARAT EXP (20898) runs from RANCHI to HOWRAH JN covering 8 stations.
How to check 20898 seat availability?
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What classes are available on 20898?
VANDE BHARAT EXP offers CC, EC classes.