The Cuttack to Puri train route covers approximately 97 km by rail and takes around 1.8 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Odisha to Odisha.
This is a short-distance route with day trains being the most convenient option. Multiple train types operate on this route β from premium Rajdhani and Vande Bharat to affordable Sleeper and General class services.
Train tickets can be booked on IRCTC up to 120 days in advance. During peak seasons (October-March, festivals, summer holidays), tickets sell out quickly β book early for confirmed berths.
Book on IRCTCApproximate fares for the 97 km journey. Actual fares vary by train, season, and booking time. Tatkal fares are higher.
| Class | Description | Approx. Fare |
|---|---|---|
| 1AAC First Class | Private 2-berth cabins with door, premium bedding | βΉ240 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | βΉ133 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | βΉ96 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | βΉ37 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | βΉ21 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | βΉ107 |
* Fares are approximate and may vary. Check IRCTC for exact pricing. Tatkal charges, GST, and dynamic pricing may apply.
| Train | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Runs | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Howrah Puri Garib Rath
#12881 Β· GR
|
03:10 CTC |
05:55 PURI |
2h 45m | Daily | 3A |
|
Howrah Puri Duronto Express
#12277 Β· Drnt
|
20:23 CTC |
21:40 PURI |
1h 17m | Daily | CC |
|
Digha- Puri SamudraKanya Express
#12579 Β· SF
|
00:23 CTC |
03:20 PURI |
2h 57m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Baidyanathdham Express
#18450 Β· Exp
|
00:23 CTC |
03:20 PURI |
2h 57m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Darbhanga-Puri Weekly Express
#18420 Β· Exp
|
00:23 CTC |
03:20 PURI |
2h 57m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
GUWAHATI - PURI Exp
#15640 Β· Exp
|
00:23 CTC |
03:20 PURI |
2h 57m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sri Jagannath Express
#18409 Β· Exp
|
01:50 CTC |
04:40 PURI |
2h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Purushottam SF Express
#12802 Β· SF
|
02:50 CTC |
05:20 PURI |
2h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kolkata-Puri Express
#12895 Β· SF
|
03:10 CTC |
05:55 PURI |
2h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Shalimar-Puri Express
#22835 Β· SF
|
03:10 CTC |
05:55 PURI |
2h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-Puri Express
#12887 Β· SF
|
03:10 CTC |
05:55 PURI |
2h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Utkal Express
#18478 Β· Exp
|
03:55 CTC |
06:35 PURI |
2h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sambalpur Express Slip
#18302-Slip Β· Exp
|
04:10 CTC |
07:15 PURI |
3h 05m | Daily | SL |
|
HATIA - PURI Tapaswini Exp
#18451 Β· Exp
|
04:10 CTC |
07:15 PURI |
3h 05m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-Puri Express
#12837 Β· SF
|
04:30 CTC |
07:30 PURI |
3h 00m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
MUMBAI LTT - PURI SF Exp
#12145 Β· SF
|
04:50 CTC |
PURI |
Daily | 2A,3A,SL | |
|
KAMAKHYA - PURI Weekly Spl
#15644 Β· Exp
|
05:25 CTC |
07:45 PURI |
2h 20m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
DURG - PURI Exp
#18426 Β· Exp
|
06:10 CTC |
09:15 PURI |
3h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Angul Puri Fast Passenger
#58421 Β· Pass
|
07:13 CTC |
11:25 PURI |
4h 12m | Daily | |
|
Dhenkanal Puri Passenger
#58413 Β· Pass
|
08:30 CTC |
11:45 PURI |
3h 15m | Daily | |
|
JODHPUR - PURI Express
#18474 Β· Exp
|
09:57 CTC |
12:25 PURI |
2h 28m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
New Delhi-Puri Superfast Express
#12816 Β· SF
|
09:57 CTC |
12:25 PURI |
2h 28m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Dhauli Express
#12821 Β· SF
|
11:57 CTC |
14:30 PURI |
2h 33m | Daily | CC |
|
NEW DELHI - PURI Neelanchal SF Exp
#12876 Β· SF
|
14:27 CTC |
17:10 PURI |
2h 43m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Puri Cuttack Passenger
#58415 Β· Pass
|
16:55 CTC |
19:45 PURI |
2h 50m | Daily | |
|
Banspani-Puri InterCity
#18415 Β· Exp
|
19:10 CTC |
21:45 PURI |
2h 35m | Daily | CC |
|
Paradip Puri InterCity Express
#18413 Β· Exp
|
20:10 CTC |
22:45 PURI |
2h 35m | Daily | CC |
|
Rourkela-Puri Passenger
#58131 Β· Pass
|
20:20 CTC |
00:30 PURI |
4h 10m | Daily |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 28 trains.
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Official resources for Indian Railways travel:
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Indian Railways β Official website of Ministry of Railways