Howrah to Delhi Rajdhani Running Status

Howrah to Delhi Rajdhani — Live Running Status & All Route Combinations

Check the live running status of every Rajdhani and premium train between Greater Kolkata and Delhi in real time. Four departure stations — Howrah (HWH), Sealdah (SDAH), Santragachi (SRC) and Shalimar (SHM) — connect to four Delhi terminals — New Delhi (NDLS), Old Delhi (DLI), Anand Vihar Terminal (ANVT) and Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM). Select the tile that matches your boarding and alighting station to see all trains on that pair, their current delay, and platform numbers.

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About the Howrah–New Delhi Rajdhani Corridor

The Howrah–New Delhi Rajdhani Express is one of India's oldest and most iconic long-distance services, inaugurated on 3 March 1969. The route covers approximately 1,447 km via the Chord Line (Dhanbad–Gaya) or ~1,531 km via the Main Line (Patna), connecting Kolkata's principal passenger terminal with the capital overnight.

Two daily Howrah Rajdhani variants operate — 12301 (Chord Line, evening) and 12305 (Main Line, afternoon) — alongside the 12313 Sealdah Rajdhani (from Sealdah, daily) and the 22811 Bhubaneswar Rajdhani (passing through Santragachi). The 20503 Vande Bharat Express is the fastest daytime option, and the 12259 Sealdah Duronto offers a near-non-stop overnight service three times a week. Together, these trains provide over-night and daytime fully-AC connectivity across six stations spread across Greater Kolkata and four terminals in Delhi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the fastest train from Howrah to New Delhi?

The 12259 Sealdah Duronto Express is technically the fastest, covering ~1,530 km in about 14h 25m non-stop (Mon/Thu/Sat). Among daily Rajdhani options, 12301 Howrah Rajdhani (via Chord Line) completes the ~1,447 km journey in 17h 05m, making it the quickest daily Rajdhani. The 20503 Vande Bharat Express is the fastest daytime service at roughly 14 hours.

How many Rajdhani trains run between Howrah/Kolkata and Delhi daily?

Four dedicated services operate daily: 12301 (Howrah → NDLS via Chord Line), 12305 (Howrah → NDLS via Main Line), 12313 (Sealdah → NDLS), and 22811 (Bhubaneswar → NDLS passing through Santragachi). Additionally, the 12259 Sealdah Duronto runs three days a week as a non-stop option.

What is the difference between 12301 and 12305 Howrah Rajdhani?

12301 uses the Chord Line via Dhanbad–Gaya — shorter at ~1,447 km, faster at 17h 05m, evening departure (16:55). 12305 follows the Main Line via Patna — slightly longer, 17h 25m, afternoon departure (13:05). Both are daily fully-AC trains (1A, 2A, 3A) with meals included in the fare.

Which Delhi station do these trains arrive at?

12301, 12305, 12313, 22811 all terminate at New Delhi (NDLS). Some other Kolkata–Delhi trains use Old Delhi (DLI) or Anand Vihar Terminal (ANVT). Use the route tiles above to pick the combination matching your exact boarding and alighting stations — the results page will show only trains that serve both stations.

Can I board the Howrah Rajdhani from Santragachi or Sealdah?

12301 and 12305 originate at Howrah and do not stop at Santragachi or Sealdah. From Santragachi (SRC), board the 22811 Bhubaneswar–New Delhi Rajdhani (daily). From Sealdah (SDAH), the dedicated 12313 Sealdah Rajdhani departs daily. Select the matching tile above for a full list of trains from your station.

How do I check live running status of these trains?

Click any route tile above to open the live trains between page for that station pair. Each train card shows its current delay, last station crossed, and expected arrival. Click a specific train card to open the full live tracking page with the halt-by-halt timeline — data refreshes automatically every 90 seconds from the Indian Railways NTES feed.

Are meals included in Rajdhani fares on this route?

Yes. Meals are bundled in the base fare for all AC classes (1A, 2A, 3A) on Rajdhani Express trains: an evening snack + dinner on the day of departure and morning tea + breakfast on the arrival day. Catering is managed by IRCTC. Confirm the current meal policy when booking as arrangements can occasionally change.

What is the rail distance between Howrah and New Delhi?

Approximately 1,447 km via the Chord Line (Dhanbad–Gaya, used by 12301) and ~1,531 km via the Main Line (Patna, used by 12305 and 12313). The Chord Line is shorter and faster, which is why 12301 has a slightly quicker journey time than the other Rajdhani variants.