Bombay mail howrah express
Two iconic trains in Indian Railways!
The Bombay Mail and the Howrah Express are both long-distance trains that operate on the Indian Railways network. Here's some information about each train:
Bombay Mail
- Train Number: 11028 (up) and 11027 (down)
- Route: Mumbai CST (Bombay) to Howrah Junction (Kolkata)
- Distance: Approximately 1,960 km (1,220 miles)
- Travel Time: Around 36 hours
- Frequency: Daily
- Classes: AC 1st, AC 2nd, AC 3rd, Sleeper, and General
- Coach Composition: 24 coaches (AC 1st, AC 2nd, AC 3rd, Sleeper, and General)
The Bombay Mail is one of the oldest trains in India, introduced in 1884. It's a popular train that connects the financial capital of India, Mumbai, to the cultural capital of India, Kolkata. The train passes through several states, including Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal.
Howrah Express
- Train Number: 12321 (up) and 12322 (down)
- Route: New Delhi to Howrah Junction (Kolkata)
- Distance: Approximately 1,760 km (1,094 miles)
- Travel Time: Around 30 hours
- Frequency: Daily
- Classes: AC 1st, AC 2nd, AC 3rd, Sleeper, and General
- Coach Composition: 24 coaches (AC 1st, AC 2nd, AC 3rd, Sleeper, and General)
The Howrah Express is another iconic train that connects the national capital, New Delhi, to the city of Kolkata. The train passes through several states, including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. The train is known for its scenic route, which includes the Ganges River and the Eastern Ghats.
Both trains are popular among passengers, especially those traveling from the western and northern parts of India to the eastern parts of the country.