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Kolkata to Balurghat Trains

Q: What classes are available on Kolkata to Balurghat 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.

4 direct trains between Kolkata (KOAA) and Balurghat (BLGT) — fastest covers it in 9h 05m, cheapest from ₹175.

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4Total trains

1Run daily

437km

9h 05mFastest

₹175From (EC)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take KOAA BLGT EXP (9h 05m). For budget, the EC class on this route starts at ₹175. 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
13161	KOAA BLGT EXP	12:55	22:00	09h 05m	3A, SL, SL, EC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
13063	HWH BLGT EXPRES	07:50	17:55	10h 05m	2A, 3A, SL, EC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
16523	SMVB BLGT EXP	18:10	04:15	10h 05m	2A, 3A, SL	Thu
13189	SDAH BLGT EXP	22:30	08:30	10h 00m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Kolkata to Balurghat?

There are 4 direct trains between Kolkata (KOAA) and Balurghat (BLGT), of which 1 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Kolkata to Balurghat?

KOAA BLGT EXP (13161) is the fastest, covering the route in 9h 05m (437 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Kolkata to Balurghat?

The lowest base fare is ₹175 in EC class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Kolkata to Balurghat?

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 Kolkata to Balurghat trains?

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