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Shalimar to Puri Trains

Q: What classes are available on Shalimar to Puri 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.

13 direct trains between Shalimar (SHM) and Puri (PURI) — fastest covers it in 6h 40m, cheapest from ₹185.

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13Total trains

4Run daily

489km

6h 40mFastest

₹185From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take VANDE BHARAT EXP (6h 40m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹185. 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
12881	PURI GARIB RATH	20:35	05:20	08h 45m	3A	Tue, Thu
12887	SHM PURI SF EXP	20:35	05:20	08h 45m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon
12895	SHM PURI SF EXP	20:35	05:20	08h 45m	2A, 3A, SL	Fri
18409	JAGANNATH EXP	18:55	04:35	09h 40m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
22835	SHM PURI SF EXP	20:35	05:20	08h 45m	2A, 3A, SL	Wed
18039	SHM PURI EXP	21:25	06:15	08h 50m	2A, 3A, SL	Sun
12821	DHAULI EXP	09:10	18:15	09h 05m	3E, SL, EC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
12837	HWH PURI SF EXP	22:30	07:30	09h 00m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
15644	KYQ PURI EXP	23:20	07:45	08h 25m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Fri
22895	VANDE BHARAT EXP	06:10	12:50	06h 40m	CC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
22201	DURONTO EXPRESS	20:00	04:10	08h 10m	1A, 2A, 3A, CC, EC	Mon, Wed, Fri
12277	SATABDI EXPRESS	14:15	22:10	07h 55m	CC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
08440	PNBE PURI SPL	23:40	09:45	10h 05m	2A, 3A, SL	Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Shalimar to Puri?

There are 13 direct trains between Shalimar (SHM) and Puri (PURI), of which 4 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Shalimar to Puri?

VANDE BHARAT EXP (22895) is the fastest, covering the route in 6h 40m (489 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Shalimar to Puri?

The lowest base fare is ₹185 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Shalimar to Puri?

Visit Ghumo, 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 Shalimar to Puri 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.