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Howrah Jn to Kantabanji Trains

Q: What classes are available on Howrah Jn to Kantabanji 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 direct train between Howrah Jn (HWH) and Kantabanji (KBJ) — fastest covers it in 14h 05m, cheapest from ₹280.

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1Total trains

778km

14h 05mFastest

₹280From (EC)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take KBJ ISPAT EXP (14h 05m). For budget, the EC class on this route starts at ₹280. 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
22861	KBJ ISPAT EXP	06:30	20:35	14h 05m	3A, SL, EC	Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Howrah Jn to Kantabanji?

There is 1 direct train between Howrah Jn (HWH) and Kantabanji (KBJ).

Which is the fastest train from Howrah Jn to Kantabanji?

KBJ ISPAT EXP (22861) is the fastest, covering the route in 14h 05m (778 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Howrah Jn to Kantabanji?

The lowest base fare is ₹280 in EC class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Howrah Jn to Kantabanji?

Visit Ghumo, 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 Howrah Jn to Kantabanji trains?

Available classes on this route: 3A, SL, EC.

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.