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Rajdhani Express Trains from C Shivaji Maharaj T to Howrah Jn

Q: What classes are available on C Shivaji Maharaj T to Howrah Jn trains?

Trains on this route offer various classes including Sleeper (SL), Third AC (3A), Second AC (2A), First AC (1A), Chair Car (CC), and more depending on the train.

1 Rajdhani Express direct train between C Shivaji Maharaj T (CSMT) and Howrah Jn (HWH) — fastest covers it in 27h 25m, cheapest from ₹3040.

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1Total trains

1968km

27h 25mFastest

₹3040From (3A)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take HOWRAH DURONTO (27h 25m). For budget, the 3A class on this route starts at ₹3040. Premium-class travellers should book 60+ days ahead during festival/holiday weeks; sleeper-class WL on this corridor often clears in the chart.

Train No.	Train Name	Departure	Arrival	Duration	Classes	Runs On
12261	HOWRAH DURONTO	17:15	20:40	27h 25m	1A, 2A, 3A	Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many Rajdhani Express trains run from C Shivaji Maharaj T to Howrah Jn?

There is 1 Rajdhani Express direct train between C Shivaji Maharaj T (CSMT) and Howrah Jn (HWH).

Which is the fastest train from C Shivaji Maharaj T to Howrah Jn?

HOWRAH DURONTO (12261) is the fastest, covering the route in 27h 25m (1968 km).

What is the cheapest fare from C Shivaji Maharaj T to Howrah Jn?

The lowest base fare is ₹3040 in 3A class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from C Shivaji Maharaj T to Howrah Jn?

Visit Ghumo.Live, select your travel date, and view real-time CNF/RAC/WL availability for all classes (SL, 3A, 2A, 1A, CC, EC) and quotas (GN, TQ, PT). The arrow buttons (‹ ›) flip dates without re-running the search.

What classes are available on C Shivaji Maharaj T to Howrah Jn trains?

Available classes on this route: 1A, 2A, 3A.

When should I book to get a confirmed ticket?

For premium classes (1A/2A/3A) on this route, book 60+ days ahead during festival/holiday weeks. For Sleeper, mid-week travel typically clears WL in the chart even when booked 2–3 weeks ahead. Use Waitlist Prediction to get specific odds for your train and date.