Special train Howrah to Mumbai CSMT | Special train Mumbai CSMT to Howrah
Special train between Howrah-Mumbai CSMT (Train No 02321/ 02322) time table, route, frequency and fare
Eastern Railway Special train between Howrah-Mumbai CSMT
Train No. 02321 Howrah-Mumbai CSMT Superfast Special via Dankuni will leave Howrah at 23:35 hrs. w.e.f. 1.12.2025 to reach Mumbai CSMT at 13:30 hrs. on the 3rd day.
Train No. 02322 Mumbai CSMT-Howrah Superfast Special via Dankuni will leave Mumbai CSMT at 22:15 hrs. w.e.f. 3.12.2025 to reach Howrah at 11:40 hrs. on the 3rd day.
The train will run as per existing link of Train No. 12321/ Train No. 12322 Howrah-Mumbai CSMT-Howrah Mail.
Booking of the special trains will be available on & from 26.11.2025 both from PRS counters & online booking. In addition to fare, SPECIAL charge will be realized for those trains.
Here’s the most up‑to‑date status of special (temporary/seasonal) services between Howrah (or Sealdah/Howrah junction) and Mumbai CSMT, along with details on regular alternatives:
🚂 Special Trains: HWH/SDAH ↔ CSMT
02096 / 02095 – Howrah → CSMT Superfast Special Fare
- Known as the fastest special service between Sealdah/Howrah and Mumbai CSMT.
- Departs Howrah Junction at ~05:45, arrives Mumbai CSMT at ~08:15 next day (~26 h 30 m journey).
- Runs almost daily during peak/festival seasons (may not have a consistent schedule every month).
- Offers AC 3A/2A/1A—connects key junctions like Kharagpur, Bhusaval, Nagpur, and Wardha.
01325 – CSMT → Howrah One‑Way AC Special
- Starts from Mumbai CSMT at ~17:15, arrives at Howrah Junction around 20:45 on the third day (~27 h 30 m) covering ~1,962 km.
- Limited halts (about seven), premium-fare AC-only service.
These special fares start with “0”, making them lower priority runs—with potential for delays, last-minute cancellations, and limited coach availability.
🚄 Regular Trains: Reliable Daily Options
| Train Name | Train No. | Schedule (approx) | Duration | Classes Offered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howrah – Mumbai CSMT Mail (via Nagpur) | 12810 / 12809 | 19:30 → 04:25 (+2 days) | ~32 h 55 m | 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GS |
| Howrah – Mumbai CSMT Mail (via Gaya) | 12321 / 12322 | 23:40 → 13:15 (+2 days) | ~36 h 55 m | Full AC & sleeper classes |
| Duronto Express (Howrah → CSMT) | 12262 / 12261 | Depart ~05:45 → Arrive ~08:15 next day | ~26 h 30 m | 1A, 2A, 3A (all‑AC) |
| Gitanjali Express (via Howrah) | 12860 | ~13:40 → ~21:20 next day | ~31 h 7 m | Mixed accommodation, frequent service |
These regular services are high-priority, reliable, ticketed with reserved seating, and maintain consistent daily schedules.
✅ Recommendations
- Avoid booking “0xxx” special trains like 02096 or 01325 unless absolutely necessary—they often face operational delays and are less reliable for long-distance planning.
- Prefer regular flagship services like Duronto 12262/61 if speed is a priority, or Howrah–Mumbai Mail (12810) for consistent scheduling and multiple travel classes.
- Duronto Express is the fastest train (26 h 30 m) between Howrah and Mumbai CSMT, followed by the special fare superfast.
ℹ️ Final Notes
- 02096 special mirrors Duronto in speed but is categorized under special fare services and runs only during festival or holiday periods.
- 01325 is an occasional one-way premium AC special not part of routine schedule.
- Regular trains like 12810 / 12321 / 12262 / 12860 operate daily with high reliability and better passenger experience.
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