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Duronto Express Trains from Howrah Jn to New Delhi

Q: What classes are available on Howrah Jn to New Delhi 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.

2 Duronto Express direct trains between Howrah Jn (HWH) and New Delhi (NDLS) — fastest covers it in 18h 00m, cheapest from ₹535.

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2Total trains

1455km

18h 00mFastest

₹535From (EC)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take BKN DURONTO EXP (18h 00m). For budget, the EC class on this route starts at ₹535. 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
12259	BKN DURONTO EXP	17:00	11:00	18h 00m	1A, 2A, 3A	Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun
12273	NDLS DURONTO EX	08:45	06:40	21h 55m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, CC, EC	Mon, Fri

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many Duronto Express trains run from Howrah Jn to New Delhi?

There are 2 Duronto Express direct trains between Howrah Jn (HWH) and New Delhi (NDLS).

Which is the fastest train from Howrah Jn to New Delhi?

BKN DURONTO EXP (12259) is the fastest, covering the route in 18h 00m (1455 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Howrah Jn to New Delhi?

The lowest base fare is ₹535 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 New Delhi?

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 Howrah Jn to New Delhi trains?

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