Kolkata → Deoghar
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The Kolkata to Dhanbad train route covers approximately 324 km by rail and takes around 5.9 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting West Bengal to Jharkhand.
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 324 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 | ₹802 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹446 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹321 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹125 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹71 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹356 |
* 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-Ranchi Shatabdi Express
#12019 · Shtb
|
06:05 HWH |
09:22 DHN |
3h 17m | Daily | 1A,CC |
|
Howrah-New Delhi Duronto Express
#12273 · Drnt
|
13:00 HWH |
16:05 DHN |
3h 05m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
West Bengal Sampark Kranti
#12329 · SKr
|
13:10 SDAH |
17:10 DHN |
4h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KOL SEALDAH - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp
#12313 · Raj
|
16:50 SDAH |
20:20 DHN |
3h 30m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express
#12301 · Raj
|
16:55 HWH |
20:00 DHN |
3h 05m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Sealdah-New Delhi AC Duronto Express
#12259 · Drnt
|
18:40 SDAH |
21:40 DHN |
3h 00m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Black Diamond Express
#13317 · Exp
|
06:15 HWH |
11:10 DHN |
4h 55m | Daily | CC |
|
Poorva Express
#12381 · SF
|
08:20 HWH |
11:58 DHN |
3h 38m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Kolkata Chitpur-JammuTawi Express
#13151 · Exp
|
11:45 KOAA |
16:50 DHN |
5h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KOLKATA CHITPUR - AMRITSAR Durgiana SF Exp
#12357 · SF
|
12:30 KOAA |
16:10 DHN |
3h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KOLKATA CHITPUR - AGRA CANTT SF Exp
#12319 · SF
|
13:10 KOAA |
17:10 DHN |
4h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sealdah - Amritsar Superfast Express
#12379 · SF
|
13:10 SDAH |
17:10 DHN |
4h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-Bhopal Express
#13025 · Exp
|
13:25 HWH |
17:15 DHN |
3h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-Ranchi InterCity Express
#18627 · Exp
|
14:15 HWH |
18:13 DHN |
3h 58m | Daily | CC |
|
Kharagpur-Dhanbad Passenger
#58603 · Pass
|
14:20 KGP |
23:05 DHN |
8h 45m | Daily | |
|
HOWRAH - JABALPUR Shaktipunj Exp
#11448 · Exp
|
14:30 HWH |
18:58 DHN |
4h 28m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-Dhanbad AC DD Express
#12383 · SF
|
15:20 HWH |
19:40 DHN |
4h 20m | Daily | CC |
|
Coalfield Express
#12339 · SF
|
17:20 HWH |
21:40 DHN |
4h 20m | Daily | CC |
|
Chambal Express
#12175 · SF
|
17:45 HWH |
22:17 DHN |
4h 32m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chambal Express
#12177 · SF
|
17:45 HWH |
22:17 DHN |
4h 32m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Shipra Express
#19306 · Exp
|
17:45 HWH |
22:17 DHN |
4h 32m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-NewDelhi SF Express
#12323 · SF
|
18:45 HWH |
22:40 DHN |
3h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kalka Mail
#12311 · SF
|
19:40 HWH |
23:30 DHN |
3h 50m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Doon Express
#13009 · Exp
|
20:35 HWH |
01:25 DHN |
4h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Doon Express Slip
#13009-Slip · Exp
|
20:35 HWH |
01:25 DHN |
4h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
HOWRAH - MUMBAI CST Mail (via Allahabad)
#12321 · SF
|
22:00 HWH |
02:05 DHN |
4h 05m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
KOLKATA CHITPUR - BIKANER Pratap Exp
#12496 · SF
|
22:40 KOAA |
02:50 DHN |
4h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
HOWRAH - GANDHIDHAM Garbha Exp
#12938 · SF
|
23:00 HWH |
02:50 DHN |
3h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sealdah Ajmer Express
#12987 · SF
|
23:20 SDAH |
03:20 DHN |
4h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-Jodhpur SF Express
#12307 · SF
|
23:30 HWH |
03:05 DHN |
3h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-Bikaner Express
#12307-Slip · SF
|
23:30 HWH |
03:05 DHN |
3h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 31 trains.
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Official resources for Indian Railways travel:
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