Kolkata to Delhi Train
The fastest Kolkata to Delhi train is the Howrah Rajdhani Express (12302) — daily from Howrah Junction (HWH) to New Delhi (NDLS) in 17 hours. Sealdah Rajdhani (12314) departs Sealdah (SDAH) daily to H. Nizamuddin (NZM) in ~18 hours. Poorva Express (12304) is the budget daily Sleeper option (~20h). Distance: 1,451 km. Sleeper from ₹690, 3AC from ₹1,880.
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Kolkata to Delhi Train — Distance, Duration & Fares
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Rail Distance | ~1451 km |
| Journey Duration | 17–20 hours |
| Sleeper Class (SL) | From ₹690 approx. |
| 3 Tier AC (3AC / 3A) | From ₹1,880 approx. |
| 2 Tier AC (2AC / 2A) | From ₹2,700 approx. |
| Advance Booking Opens | 120 days before journey at 8:00 AM IST |
| Tatkal Booking Opens | 1 day before — AC at 10:00 AM, Non-AC at 11:00 AM IST |
* Fares are approximate base fares. Actual fares vary by train, quota, and season. Check live fares on IRCTC before booking.
How to Book Kolkata to Delhi Train Ticket
- Check seat availability first — use PNR Alert route search to see which trains have confirmed seats on your travel date and class.
- Choose train and class — Rajdhani is fastest, AC-only. For Sleeper class, choose Express or Superfast trains. Compare departure times, days, and classes.
- Book on IRCTC — go to irctc.co.in or IRCTC Rail Connect app. Log in, select train/class/quota, and pay. Book up to 120 days in advance at 8:00 AM.
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Fastest: Howrah Rajdhani (12302) and Sealdah Rajdhani (12314)
The Howrah Rajdhani Express (12302) departs Howrah Junction (HWH) daily at 13:55 and arrives New Delhi (NDLS) at 10:00 the next morning — 17 hours covering 1,451 km. AC-only (3AC, 2AC, 1AC) with meals included. The Sealdah Rajdhani (12314) departs Sealdah (SDAH) at 23:05 and arrives H. Nizamuddin (NZM) at 17:00 the next day (~18 hours). Both are the fastest options from their respective Kolkata stations.
Budget Option: Poorva Express (12304)
The Poorva Express (12304) departs Howrah (HWH) daily with Sleeper, 3AC, and 2AC classes, taking approximately 20 hours to reach New Delhi (NDLS). It is the most popular budget daily service and has good GNWL waitlist confirmation. The Duronto Express (12260) runs on select days for a faster non-stop option.
Howrah vs Sealdah: Which Station to Board
Kolkata has two major termini for Delhi trains: Howrah Junction (HWH) — on the west bank of the Hooghly, India's busiest station, served by Rajdhani 12302 and Poorva 12304; Sealdah (SDAH) — in north Kolkata, served by Rajdhani 12314. Choose based on which side of Kolkata you are in. Both have metro connectivity.
Arrival in Delhi: NDLS or NZM
Howrah Rajdhani (12302) and Poorva Express (12304) arrive at New Delhi (NDLS) — central Delhi on Yellow/Orange Metro lines. Sealdah Rajdhani (12314) arrives at H. Nizamuddin (NZM) in south Delhi on the Pink Line. Always verify your arrival station from the IRCTC booking ticket.
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