About 18002 DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS
18002 DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS: Train Route, Schedule and Timings
DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS runs between Digha Flag Station Railway Station and Kolkata Howrah Junction. Regarding DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS timings, this train departs at 06:15 PM from the source station to arrive at the destination station at 09:37 PM . Total duration of the train from Digha Flag Station Railway Station to Kolkata Howrah Junction is 3 hrs 22 mins . DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS runs from Digha Flag Station Railway Station on 0 days a week ( ). There are 9 stoppages between Digha Flag Station Railway Station and Kolkata Howrah Junction .
DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS route covers [Ramnagar Bengal(RMRB)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/ramnagar-bengal-railway-station-rmrb-stn/), [Kanthi P(KATI)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/kanthi-p-halt-railway-station-kati-stn/), [Deshpran Ph(DSPN)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/deshpran-ph-railway-station-dspn-stn/), [Tamluk(TMZ)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/tamluk-railway-station-tmz-stn/), [Mecheda(MCA)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/mecheda-railway-station-mca-stn/), [Ulubaria(ULB)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/ulubaria-railway-station-ulb-stn/), [Santragachi(SRC)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/kolkata-santragachi-junction-src-stn/). Finally, it arrives at Kolkata Howrah Junction. It covers the distance of 141 KM km in 3 hrs 22 mins .
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You can check DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS(18002) seat availability through Goibibo and also do Tatkal ticket booking. [Tatkal ticket booking](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/tatkal-railway-reservation/) window opens at 10:00 AM for AC class and at 11:00 AM for sleeper class. Goibibo’s easy train ticket booking procedure and exciting offers allow users to book their train tickets at the lowest possible prices. You can use your goCash and check for coupon codes which are updated regularly on the site and app. It is mandatory to have a registered IRCTC ID for booking your [train ticket](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/) through Goibibo.
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You can pay for the food separately as it is not included in the price of Jammu Tawi Mumbai Cst Suvidha Special rail ticket. Thali meals, combos, beverages and different varieties of snacks are available. There are a number of ways to order food on your train journey. You can book a meal in the Indian Railways by calling at 1323, text to 139 or by visiting online IRCTC website and through pantry car.
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Q. How to book train tickets in DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS (18002)?
A. You can easily book tickets for the DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS (18002) train using the Goibibo website or mobile app, which is an IRCTC-authorized online platform for railway bookings.
Login / Signup: Log in with your existing account or sign up to create a new one.
Enter Journey Details - Choose your :-
Departure station: Digha,
Arrival station: Howrah,
Travel date: For Example, 08/08/2025 [You can choose date according to your preference]
Select Train: Pick DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS (18002) from the list of available trains for your route.
Check Availability & Fares: View seat availability in different classes (e.g., Sleeper, 3A, 2A, 1A). Compare fares and class-wise ticket prices.
Choose Berth Preference: If applicable, select your preferred berth: lower, middle, upper, or side.
Add Passenger Details: Provide name, age, gender, and valid ID information for all passengers.
Proceed to Payment: Pay securely using options like credit/debit cards, UPI, wallets, or net banking.
Get Booking Confirmation: Once payment is successful, you'll receive:
PNR number,
e-ticket via SMS/email,
Live tracking & cancellation options
Q. How many coaches does the DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS train usually have?
A. You may check the number of coaches for DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS train with the available train schedule on Goibibo. Mail/Express trains under Indian Railways have about 12 to 24 coaches with these coaches divided among different classes like AC Tier I, Tier II, Tier III, Sleeper Class, General Class, etc.
Q. How many Tatkal seats are available in 18002 DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS?
A. The availability of Tatkal seats can be checked only during the
Tatkal train ticket booking window in DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS (18002).
- Check Tatkal availability a day prior to travel between 10.00 am and 12.00 pm.
For AC classes: Check between 10.00 am and 11.00 am.
For non-AC classes: Check between 11.00 am and 12.00 pm.
Q. How long does the 18002 DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS train take to complete its journey?
A. The DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS (18002) train takes approximately 3 hrs 22 mins to complete its journey from Digha Flag Station Railway Station to Kolkata Howrah Junction, covering a distance of around 141 KM.
This train passes through 9 stations, offering connectivity across multiple important halts.
You can also check the live running status and complete time table of the DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS train on Goibibo by:
- Visit the Train Time table/Schedule section on Goibibo Train Details.
Enter the train number 18002 or name DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS.
View the full schedule, including halt times, arrival/departure, and total travel duration.
Alternatively, check the route search results for total journey time and stops.
Q. How many days in advance can I book tickets for the 18002 DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS train?
A. You can book tickets for the 18002 DGHA -HWHKANDARI EXPRESS train for up to 60 days in advance from the preferred date of the journey. Earlier, this limit for advance IRCTC train ticket booking was available for up to 4 months [120 days].
With the new rules and regulations from IRCTC aiming to make train ticket bookings seamless with reduced waiting times, the advance ticket booking duration has been reduced to 60 days or 2 months approximately.
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