{"id":2855,"date":"2025-07-31T00:41:06","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T00:41:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?p=2855"},"modified":"2025-07-31T00:41:06","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T00:41:06","slug":"special-train-between-howrah-puri","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/special-train-between-howrah-puri\/","title":{"rendered":"Special train between Howrah-Puri"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Special train between Puri-Howrah<\/strong><\/p>\n

Special train between Puri-Howrah (Train No.02895 \/ 02896) time table, route, frequency and fare<\/strong><\/p>\n

In order to clear huge rush of passengers during the festive season, South Eastern Railway has decided to run Special Trains between Howrah-Puri during the period from 21\/10\/2020 to 01\/12\/2025.<\/p>\n

Train No.02895 \/ 02896 Puri-Howrah-Puri Weekly Superfast Special<\/p>\n

Train No.02895 Howrah-Puri Special will run from Howrah every Friday between 23\/10\/2020 and 27\/11\/2025.<\/p>\n

In the return direction, Train No.02896 Puri-Howrah Special will leave Puri every Thursday between 22\/10\/2020 and 26\/11\/2025.<\/p>\n

The special will run as per the existing timings of Train No.12895 \/ 12896 Howrah-Puri-Howrah Express.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the latest on special (or AC\u2011tagged) train services<\/strong> between Howrah Junction (HWH)<\/strong> and Puri (PURI)<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\ude89 Current Regular & Semi\u2011High\u2011Speed Services<\/h2>\n

Howrah\u2013Puri Vande Bharat Express (22895 \/ 22896)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • Covers ~500\u202fkm<\/strong> in just 6\u202fhours\u202f20\u202fminutes<\/strong>, operating six days a week<\/strong> (excluding Thursdays)\ue202turn0search16\ue201.<\/li>\n
  • Fully air\u2011conditioned<\/strong>, offering AC Chair Car<\/strong> and Executive Chair Car<\/strong>, onboard catering, infotainment, Wi\u2011Fi, and enhanced safety systems\ue202turn0search16\ue201.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    \ud83d\ude82 AC\u2011Labeled Special Trains (Operated Recently)<\/h2>\n

    Several Howrah Jn\u2013Puri special trains<\/strong> operate periodically. Here are the key ones known recently:<\/p>\n

    Train 02837 \u2013 Howrah Jn Puri Special<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    • Departs Howrah at 22:30<\/strong>, arrives Puri at 07:20<\/strong> (next day)<\/li>\n
    • Covers 502\u202fkm in ~8\u202fh\u202f50\u202fmin<\/strong>, stops at 9 stations including Kharagpur, Balasore, Cuttack, Bhubaneswar, Khurda Road\ue202turn0search0\ue202turn0search4\ue201.<\/li>\n
    • Runs daily<\/strong>, with classes like 2A, 3A and Sleeper. AC travel available in AC tiers\ue202turn0search0\ue202turn0search4\ue201.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Train 08179 \u2013 Howrah Jn Puri Special<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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      • Departs Howrah at 20:35<\/strong>, reaches Puri at 06:45<\/strong> (next day)<\/li>\n
      • Runs on Saturdays only<\/strong>, covering ~8h\u202f10m, stops at 9 stations, max halt ~5\u202fmin\ue202turn0search1\ue201.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Train 02087 \u2013 Howrah Jn Puri Special<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        • Departs Howrah at 09:15<\/strong>, arrives Puri at 18:00<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Covers 502\u202fkm daily<\/strong>, stops at up to 15 stations, offering AC classes where applicable\ue202turn0search3\ue201.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          \ud83d\ude84 Regular Trains with AC Coaches<\/h2>\n

          These are everyday superfast trains offering AC travel between Howrah and Puri:<\/p>\n

          Howrah\u2013Puri Superfast Express (12837 \/ 12838)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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          • Daily service taking around 8\u202fh\u202f30\u202fmin<\/strong>, covering ~501\u202fkm\ue202turn0search18\ue202turn0search19\ue201.<\/li>\n
          • Offers AC First Class, AC 2\u2011tier, AC 3\u2011tier, AC 3\u2011tier Economy<\/strong>, Sleeper Class, and general seating.<\/li>\n
          • No dedicated pantry car, but e\u2011catering and onboard meals available\ue202turn0search18\ue202turn0search19\ue201.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Dhauli Express (12821 \/ 12822)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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            • Operates daily between Shalimar (near Howrah)<\/strong> and Puri<\/strong>, taking ~8\u202fh\u202f45\u202fmin to 9\u202fh<\/strong> covering ~497\u202fkm\ue202turn0search12\ue201.<\/li>\n
            • Includes AC Chair Car (CC)<\/strong> and Second Seating (2S)<\/strong>, mostly seating-only, no sleeping berth\ue202turn0search12\ue201.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              \ud83d\udcdd Quick Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
              Train \/ Service<\/th>\nTrain No.<\/th>\nDeparts from Howrah<\/th>\nArrival at Puri<\/th>\nDuration<\/th>\nAC Classes<\/th>\nFrequency<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
              Vande Bharat Express<\/strong><\/td>\n22895 \/ 22896<\/td>\n~6\u202fh\u202f20\u202fm (fastest option)<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n~6h\u202f20m<\/td>\nAC Chair & Executive<\/td>\n6 days\/week<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Special 02837<\/strong><\/td>\n02837<\/td>\n22:30<\/td>\n07:20 next day<\/td>\n~8h\u202f50m<\/td>\nAC in 2A, 3A classes<\/td>\nDaily<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Special 08179 (Weekly Sat)<\/strong><\/td>\n08179<\/td>\n20:35<\/td>\n06:45 next day<\/td>\n~10h\u202f10m<\/td>\nAC classes available<\/td>\nSaturdays only<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Special 02087 (Day train)<\/strong><\/td>\n02087<\/td>\n09:15<\/td>\n18:00 same day<\/td>\n~8h\u202f45m<\/td>\nAC availability varies<\/td>\nDaily<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Howrah\u2013Puri SF Express<\/strong><\/td>\n12837 \/ 12838<\/td>\n~20:00\u201321:00 (evening)<\/td>\n~05:00\u201306:00<\/td>\n~8h\u202f30m<\/td>\nAC 1A, 2A, 3A, 3A Econ.<\/td>\nDaily<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Dhauli Express (Shalimar\u2013Puri)<\/strong><\/td>\n12821 \/ 12822<\/td>\n~09:10\u201311:00 (approx.)<\/td>\n~17:00\u201318:00<\/td>\n~8h\u202f45m\u20139h<\/td>\nAC Chair Car only<\/td>\nDaily<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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              \u26a0\ufe0f Key Considerations<\/h2>\n
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              • \u201cSpecial\u201d trains<\/strong> can be unpredictable<\/strong> in terms of punctuality\u2014often running 12\u201315 hours late<\/strong>, according to traveler reports\ue202turn0reddit24\ue202turn0reddit30\ue201.<\/li>\n
              • These AC\u2011tagged specials may not always offer full AC rake<\/strong> (like full AC 3-tier), and it’s best to verify availability at booking time.<\/li>\n
              • Regular services<\/strong> like the Vande Bharat Express or Howrah\u2013Puri Superfast are more reliable for predictable travel with AC comfort.<\/li>\n
              • Booking through IRCTC<\/strong> or official portals is recommended to check real-time availability, fares, and coach configuration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                \u2705 Recommendation<\/h2>\n
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                • For the fastest and most modern<\/strong> AC experience: go with the Howrah\u2013Puri Vande Bharat Express<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                • For AC travel in a regular, consistent service<\/strong>: book the Howrah\u2013Puri Superfast Express (12837\/12838)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                • Use special trains like 02837, 08179, or 02087<\/strong> only if specifically available on your chosen date or if they offer better timings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Would you like a detailed station\u2011by\u2011station timetable for any of these, class\u2011wise fare estimates, or help checking real\u2011time availability for a particular date?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                  Special train between Puri-Howrah Special train between Puri-Howrah (Train No.02895 \/ 02896) time table, route, frequency and fare In order to clear huge rush of passengers during the festive season, South Eastern Railway has decided to run Special Trains between Howrah-Puri during the period from 21\/10\/2020 to 01\/12\/2025. Train No.02895 \/ 02896 Puri-Howrah-Puri Weekly Superfast […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":102,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[194,196,68,19],"tags":[195,207,197,67,20],"class_list":["post-2855","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-festivals-special-trains","category-puja-special-trains","category-south-eastern-railway","category-special-trains","tag-festivals-special-trains","tag-puja-special-train-2020","tag-puja-special-trains","tag-south-eastern-railway","tag-special-trains"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2855","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/102"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2855"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2855\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2855"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2855"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2855"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}