Kolkata to Dhanbad train
Fastest direct train, from the official 2026 railway timetable.
Trains from Kolkata itself do not connect well. The quickest way is from Howrah (HWH), about 4 km away in a straight line.
22303 Howrah Gaya Vande Bharat Express
Howrah 06:45 → Dhanbad 09:45
3 h · Runs Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
3 h · Runs Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Other trains
- 12301 Howrah New Delhi Rajdhani Express (via Gaya) · 3 h 10 min
- 12019 Howrah Ranchi Shatabdi Express · 3 h 18 min
Fare per person (estimate)
| Class | Fare |
|---|---|
| AC chair car | ₹690–735 |
| Executive chair car | ₹1,365–1,460 |
From the official fare tables. Meals, Tatkal and dynamic pricing are not included.