Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Indian Railways Launches Agra-Kolkata Special Train
Indian Railways has started a special train that goes from Agra to Kolkata and back.
This train will run from July 23 to September 25, 2026.
It leaves Agra on Thursdays at 3:40 AM and arrives in Kolkata the next day at 7:25 AM.
On the return trip, it leaves Kolkata on Fridays at 4:05 AM and arrives in Agra the next day at 8:00 AM.
The train stops at many important stations along the way, like Kanpur Central and Mirzapur.
It has different types of coaches, including sleeper class, general, and AC coaches, so passengers can choose what fits their needs and budget.
This train is meant to help more people travel between these two cities, especially during busy times.
Indian Railways introduces a special train between Agra and Kolkata from July 23 to September 25, 2026.
The train operates weekly, departing Agra on Thursdays and Kolkata on Fridays.
Key stops include Tundla, Kanpur Central, Mirzapur, and Gaya Junction.
Coach composition includes Sleeper, General, AC 3 Tier, AC 2 Tier, and SLR/Divyang coaches.
The service aims to meet increased passenger demand during the busy travel season.
- Who
- Indian Railways
- What
- Launched a special train service between Agra and Kolkata
- When
- From July 23 to September 25, 2026
- Where
- Between Agra Cantt and Kolkata
- Why
- To accommodate increased passenger demand during the busy travel season
Tourism Boost
Infrastructure Strain
Tourism and Connectivity
Tourism Boost
The special train enhances connectivity, benefiting tourists visiting the Taj Mahal and other attractions.
Infrastructure Strain
Increased train frequency may strain infrastructure and reduce service quality.
- Train Numbers
- 01911 (Agra to Kolkata), 01912 (Kolkata to Agra)
- Operating Days
- Thursday (Agra to Kolkata), Friday (Kolkata to Agra)
- Duration
- July 23 to September 25, 2026
- Departure Time (Agra)
- 3:40 AM
- Arrival Time (Kolkata)
- 7:25 AM (next day)
- Departure Time (Kolkata)
- 4:05 AM
- Arrival Time (Agra)
- 8:00 AM (next day)
- Coach Composition
- 10 Sleeper, 4 General, 2 AC 3 Tier, 1 AC 2 Tier, 2 SLR/Divyang