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New Jalpaiguri to Ara Trains

Q: What classes are available on New Jalpaiguri to Ara 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.

11 direct trains between New Jalpaiguri (NJP) and Ara (ARA) — fastest covers it in 9h 28m, cheapest from ₹330.

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11Total trains

3Run daily

517km

9h 28mFastest

₹330From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take AGTL RKMP SPL (9h 28m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹330. 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
11032	PNVL AMRITBHARAT	08:45	21:25	12h 40m	SL	Thu
13245	CAPITAL EXPRESS	15:15	05:45	14h 30m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon, Sat, Sun
13247	CAPITAL EXPRESS	15:40	05:45	14h 05m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
15648	GHY LTT EXPRESS	23:40	14:35	14h 55m	2A, 3A, SL	Tue
15658	BRAHMAPUTRA EXP	00:15	13:25	13h 10m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
15668	KYQ GIMB EXP	18:20	04:56	10h 36m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Wed
15624	KYQ BGKT EXP	01:25	14:13	12h 48m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Sat
01666	AGTL RKMP SPL	14:00	23:28	09h 28m	2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon
12505	NORTHEAST EXP	19:50	06:46	10h 56m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
15483	SIKKIMMAHANANDA	14:50	03:45	12h 55m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
15946	DBRG LTT EXP	01:25	14:25	13h 00m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Thu

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from New Jalpaiguri to Ara?

There are 11 direct trains between New Jalpaiguri (NJP) and Ara (ARA), of which 3 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from New Jalpaiguri to Ara?

AGTL RKMP SPL (01666) is the fastest, covering the route in 9h 28m (517 km).

What is the cheapest fare from New Jalpaiguri to Ara?

The lowest base fare is ₹330 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from New Jalpaiguri to Ara?

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 New Jalpaiguri to Ara trains?

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

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.