The Jamshedpur to Kolkata train route covers approximately 301 km by rail and takes around 5.5 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Jharkhand to West Bengal.
This is a short-distance route with both day and overnight options available. Multiple train types operate on this route — 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 — book early for confirmed berths.
Book on IRCTCApproximate fares for the 301 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 | ₹745 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹414 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹298 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹116 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹66 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹331 |
* 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
KOLKATA CHITPUR - PATNA Garib Rath Exp
#12360 · GR
|
00:19 JSME |
05:15 KOAA |
4h 56m | Daily | 3A |
|
New Delhi-Howrah Rajdhani Express
#12306 · Raj
|
08:39 JSME |
12:40 HWH |
4h 01m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Patna-Howrah Jan Shatabdi
#12024 · JShtb
|
08:58 JSME |
13:25 HWH |
4h 27m | Daily | CC |
|
Lal Quila Express
#13112 · Exp
|
00:35 JSME |
07:30 KOAA |
6h 55m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Danapur- Howrah Express
#12352 · SF
|
01:42 JSME |
06:35 HWH |
4h 53m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Amritsar Howrah Mail
#13006 · Mail
|
02:15 JSME |
07:20 HWH |
5h 05m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Vibhuti Express
#12334 · SF
|
02:47 JSME |
07:55 HWH |
5h 08m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Bagh Express
#13020 · Exp
|
04:01 JSME |
12:40 HWH |
8h 39m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Himgiri Express
#12332 · SF
|
06:22 JSME |
11:15 HWH |
4h 53m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Amritsar Howrah Express
#13050 · Exp
|
08:05 JSME |
15:45 HWH |
7h 40m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
NANGAL DAM - KOLKATA CHITPUR Gurumukhi Exp
#12326 · SF
|
10:02 JSME |
15:15 KOAA |
5h 13m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ananya Express
#12316 · SF
|
10:09 JSME |
15:10 SDAH |
5h 01m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
AKAL TAKHT Express
#12318 · SF
|
10:09 JSME |
KOAA |
Daily | 2A,3A,SL | |
|
Poorva Express
#12304 · SF
|
11:48 JSME |
16:45 HWH |
4h 57m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Udyan Abha Toofan Express
#13008 · Exp
|
12:41 JSME |
19:20 HWH |
6h 39m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Baidyanathdham Express
#18450 · Exp
|
13:00 JSME |
19:35 KGP |
6h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Darbhanga-Puri Weekly Express
#18420 · Exp
|
13:00 JSME |
19:35 KGP |
6h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Pratham Swatantrata Sangram Express
#11106 · Exp
|
15:02 JSME |
21:45 KOAA |
6h 43m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Mokameh Howrah Passenger
#53050 · Pass
|
17:05 JSME |
03:00 HWH |
9h 55m | Daily | |
|
Muzaffarpur Sealdah Passenger
#53132 · Pass
|
17:22 JSME |
03:25 SDAH |
10h 03m | Daily | |
|
BHAGALPUR - YESVANTPUR Anga SF Exp
#12254 · SF
|
18:16 JSME |
23:05 HWH |
4h 49m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Patna - Ernakulam Express
#16310 · Exp
|
18:16 JSME |
00:55 KGP |
6h 39m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ballia-Sealdah Express
#13106 · Exp
|
19:27 JSME |
03:35 SDAH |
8h 08m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
MUZAFFARPUR - KOLKATA CHITPUR Tirhut Exp
#13158 · Exp
|
20:13 JSME |
03:45 KOAA |
7h 32m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
SITAMARHI - KOLKATA CHITPUR Mithilanchal Exp
#13156 · Exp
|
20:13 JSME |
03:45 KOAA |
7h 32m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Darbhanga-Howrah Express
#15236 · Exp
|
21:13 JSME |
03:00 HWH |
5h 47m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Muzzafarpur-Howrah JanSadharan Express
#15272 · Exp
|
21:13 JSME |
03:00 HWH |
5h 47m | Daily | |
|
DARBHANGA - KOLKATA CHITPUR Maithili Exp
#15234 · Exp
|
21:18 JSME |
03:10 KOAA |
5h 52m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Mithila Express
#13022 · Exp
|
21:43 JSME |
04:00 HWH |
6h 17m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kumbh Express
#12370 · SF
|
22:11 JSME |
03:15 HWH |
5h 04m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Upasana Express
#12328 · SF
|
22:11 JSME |
03:15 HWH |
5h 04m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Poorvanchal Express
#15050 · Exp
|
22:30 JSME |
04:15 KOAA |
5h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Gorakhpur Kolkata Express
#15052 · Exp
|
22:30 JSME |
04:15 KOAA |
5h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Purvanchal Express
#15048 · Exp
|
22:30 JSME |
04:15 KOAA |
5h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Rajgir Howrah Passenger
#23040 · Pass
|
23:19 JSME |
06:05 HWH |
6h 46m | Daily | SL |
|
Janata Express
#13040 · Exp
|
23:19 JSME |
06:05 HWH |
6h 46m | Daily | |
|
Ganga Sagar Express
#13186 · Exp
|
23:52 JSME |
06:55 SDAH |
7h 03m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 37 trains.
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Official resources for Indian Railways travel:
IRCTC — Book train tickets online, check PNR status
National Train Enquiry System — Live train status, schedule, seat availability
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Indian Railways — Official website of Ministry of Railways