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Sambalpur to Shalimar Trains

Q: What classes are available on Sambalpur to Shalimar 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.

5 direct trains between Sambalpur (SBP) and Shalimar (SHM) — fastest covers it in 10h 10m, cheapest from ₹230.

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5Total trains

1Run daily

563km

10h 10mFastest

₹230From (EC)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take ISPAT EXP (10h 10m). For budget, the EC class on this route starts at ₹230. 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
22804	SBP SHM SUP EXP	19:25	07:10	11h 45m	2A, 3A, SL	Fri
20832	MAHIMAGOSAIN EX	19:10	07:20	12h 10m	2A, 3A, SL	Tue, Thu, Sun
12872	ISPAT EXP	08:20	18:30	10h 10m	3A, SL, EC	Tue, Thu, Sun
18006	SAMALESWARI EXP	18:25	06:30	12h 05m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
22862	KBJ ISPAT EXP	08:20	18:30	10h 10m	3A, SL, EC	Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Sambalpur to Shalimar?

There are 5 direct trains between Sambalpur (SBP) and Shalimar (SHM), of which 1 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Sambalpur to Shalimar?

ISPAT EXP (12872) is the fastest, covering the route in 10h 10m (563 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Sambalpur to Shalimar?

The lowest base fare is ₹230 in EC class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Sambalpur to Shalimar?

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 Sambalpur to Shalimar trains?

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