Kolkata to Puri Train
The most popular Kolkata to Puri train is the Howrah Puri Express (12837) — daily from Howrah Junction (HWH) to Puri in approximately 6–8 hours, covering 500 km. Sleeper from ₹255, 3AC from ₹680. Puri is home to the Jagannath Temple and some of Odisha's finest beaches.
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Kolkata to Puri Train — Distance, Duration & Fares
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Rail Distance | ~500 km |
| Journey Duration | 6–8 hours |
| Sleeper Class (SL) | From ₹255 approx. |
| 3 Tier AC (3AC / 3A) | From ₹680 approx. |
| 2 Tier AC (2AC / 2A) | From ₹980 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.
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Howrah Puri Express (12837)
The Howrah Puri Express (12837) runs daily from Howrah Junction (HWH) to Puri in approximately 6–8 hours, covering 500 km through Kharagpur and Bhubaneswar. Has Sleeper, 3AC, and 2AC classes. One of the most popular pilgrimage trains from Kolkata, heavily used by Bengali pilgrims heading to Jagannath Temple.
Route: Bhubaneswar is an Intermediate Stop
The Kolkata–Puri train passes through Bhubaneswar (Odisha's capital), 60 km before Puri. If your destination is Bhubaneswar (for Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves, Lingaraj Temple, or onward to Konark), deboard there. Puri is the last station.
Puri: Jagannath Temple and Puri Beach
Puri is an ancient pilgrimage city with the Jagannath Temple (open only to Hindus), a 3-km sandy beach, and a relaxed coastal atmosphere. Rath Yatra (June/July) is the world's largest chariot procession — millions attend. Chilika Lake (50 km south) and Konark Sun Temple (35 km) are nearby attractions.
Bengali Pilgrim Peak Season
Kolkata–Puri is one of India's most travelled pilgrimage routes. During Rath Yatra (June/July), Durga Puja holidays (October), and summer holidays, trains completely fill. Book 60–90 days ahead for festival periods.
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