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Purulia Jn to Howrah Jn Trains

Q: What classes are available on Purulia Jn 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.

11 direct trains between Purulia Jn (PRR) and Howrah Jn (HWH) — fastest covers it in 5h 25m, cheapest from ₹155.

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11Total trains

3Run daily

283km

5h 25mFastest

₹155From (EC)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take VANDE BHARAT EXP (5h 25m). For budget, the EC class on this route starts at ₹155. 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
22858	ANVT SRC SF EXP	10:20	17:40	07h 20m	2A, 3A, SL	Wed
12151	LTT SHM SF EXP	01:05	07:45	06h 40m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Fri, Sat
12828	PRR HWH SUF EXP	05:30	11:22	05h 52m	3A, 3E, SL, EC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
12884	RUPASHI BANGLA	15:25	21:15	05h 50m	3A, SL, EC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
08612	AII SRC SPL	09:42	16:00	06h 18m	3A, SL	Sat
15022	GKP SHM EXPRESS	03:15	10:05	06h 50m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Tue
12949	KAVIGURU EXP	01:05	07:30	06h 25m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Sun
22892	RNC HWH SUF EXP	09:00	15:15	06h 15m	3A, 3E, SL, EC	Wed, Thu, Sat
20898	VANDE BHARAT EXP	07:45	13:10	05h 25m	CC, EC	Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
68122	PRR-HWH MEMU	04:00	11:40	07h 40m		Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
18012	CKP HWH EXP	21:05	05:35	08h 30m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Purulia Jn to Howrah Jn?

There are 11 direct trains between Purulia Jn (PRR) and Howrah Jn (HWH), of which 3 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Purulia Jn to Howrah Jn?

VANDE BHARAT EXP (20898) is the fastest, covering the route in 5h 25m (283 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Purulia Jn to Howrah Jn?

The lowest base fare is ₹155 in EC class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Purulia Jn 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 Purulia Jn to Howrah Jn trains?

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