Introduction
The Duronto Express known for it’s high-speed is a series of express trains operated by the Indian Railways that connect long-distance major cities across India. These trains are a popular choice among travellers seeking efficiency and comfort.Let’s delve into the significance of Duronto Express train numbers and unravel the efficiency they bring to India’s rail network.
What are Duronto Express Trains?
Duronto Express trains, known for their non-stop or limited-stop services, are a flagship service of Indian Railways. The term “Duronto” translates to “Restless” in Bangla, reflecting the trains’ swift and uninterrupted journeys between distant destinations. They were introduced to provide faster connectivity between major cities across India by minimising intermediate stops and reducing travel time.The trains are also known for their distinctive yellow-green livery, which makes them easily recognisable.
Historical Significance
In 2007, the Government of India’s Ministry of Railways initiated a pre-feasibility study for introducing high-speed rail on the 500-kilometre stretch between Delhi and Amritsar. The implementation of high-speed rail in India was expected to take a considerable amount of time so Ministry of Railways introduced non-stop Duronto Express trains in 2009–10 to cover large distances at super-fast speeds, making them one of the fastest train services in India.
The first Duronto Express service commenced operations between Sealdah and New Delhi.
Distinctive Features and Facilities
Duronto Express trains boast a range of distinctive features and facilities designed to enhance the passenger experience.
Non-stop or limited stoppage: Duronto Express trains typically have limited stoppages along their route, which helps in reducing travel time significantly compared to other express trains.
Faster speed: These trains are designed to cover long distances in relatively shorter timeframes by maintaining higher speeds i.e 130kmph.
Sleeper and AC classes: Duronto Express trains offer both sleeper class and air-conditioned (AC) class accommodations to cater to various passenger preferences and budgets.
Catering facilities: Onboard catering services are usually provided in Duronto Express trains, offering a range of meals and snacks to passengers during their journey. Check the price list of Breakfast , Lunch and dinner.
Advanced booking: Tickets for Duronto Express trains can be booked in advance through various channels, including online booking portals, railway ticket counters, and authorised travel agents.
Fare of Duronto Express
The fare for Duronto Express trains varies depending on several factors such as the class of accommodation, distance of the journey, and any additional services opted for by the passenger. Passengers can book their tickets through the IRCTC website.
List of Duronto Express
Here is a list of Duronto Express trains operated by Indian Railways:
- Sealdah–New Delhi Duronto Express
- Howrah–New Delhi Duronto Express
- Pune–Howrah Duronto Express
- Mumbai CST–Howrah Duronto Express
- Mumbai CST–Ernakulam Duronto Express
- Chennai Central–Hazrat Nizamuddin Duronto Express
- Chennai Central–Coimbatore Duronto Express
- Chennai Central–Mumbai CST Duronto Express
- Chennai Central–Bengaluru Duronto Express
- Chennai Central–Thiruvananthapuram Duronto Express
- Mumbai CST–Ahmedabad Duronto Express
- Mumbai CST–Nagpur Duronto Express
- Mumbai CST–Kolkata Duronto Express
- Mumbai CST–Indore Duronto Express
- Mumbai CST–Jaipur Duronto Express
- Mumbai CST–Chennai Central Duronto Express
- Secunderabad–Hazrat Nizamuddin Duronto Express
- Secunderabad–Mumbai CST Duronto Express
- Ernakulam–Hazrat Nizamuddin Duronto Express
- Pune–Hazrat Nizamuddin Duronto Express
- Thiruvananthapuram–Hazrat Nizamuddin Duronto Express
- Howrah–Yesvantpur Duronto Express
- Howrah–Pune Duronto Express
- Yesvantpur–Kochuveli Duronto Express
- Kolkata–Amritsar Duronto Express
Duronto Express Train Route
Check the complete train route , days of run of all running Duronto express below:
| Train No. | Name | Days of Run | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12223 | LTT-ERS DURONTO | Mon, Sat | LTT | ERS |
| 12224 | ERS-LTT DURONTO | Tue, Sun | ERS | LTT |
| 12289 | CSMT-NGP DURONTO | Daily | CSMT | NGP |
| 12290 | NGP-CSMT DURONTO | Daily | NGP | CSMT |
| 12293 | LTT-PRYJ DURONTO | Mon, Fri | LTT | PRYJ |
| 12294 | PRYJ-LTT DURONTO | Tue, Sat | PRYJ | LTT |
| 12297 | ADI-PUNE DURONTO | Tue, Fri, Sun | ADI | PUNE |
| 12298 | PUNE-ADI DORUNTO | Mon, Thu, Sat | PUNE | ADI |
| 12281 | BBS-NDLS DURONTO | Wed | BBS | NDLS |
| 12282 | NDLS-BBS DURONTO | Thu | NDLS | BBS |
| 12259 | SDAH-BKN DURONTO EXP | Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | SDAH | BKN |
| 12260 | BKN-SDAH DURONTO EXP | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | BKN | SDAH |
| 12273 | HWH-NDLS DURONTO EXP | Mon, Fri | HWH | NDLS |
| 12274 | NDLS-HWH DURONTO EXP | Tue, Sat | NDLS | HWH |
| 22201 | SDAH-PURI DRNT EXP | Mon, Wed, Fri | SDAH | PURI |
| 22202 | PURI-SDAH DURANTO EXPRESS | Tue, Thu, Sat | PURI | SDAH |
| 12263 | NZM DURANTO EXP | Tue, Fri | PUNE | NZM |
| 12264 | PUNE DURANTO EXP | Mon, Thu | NZM | PUNE |
| 12265 | DEE JAT DURONTO EXP | Tue, Fri, Sun | DEE | JAT |
| 12266 | DURONTO EXPRESS | Mon, Wed, Sat | JAT | DEE |
| 12283 | ERS-NZM DURONTO EXPRESS | Tue | ERS | NZM |
| 12284 | NZM-ERS DURONTO EXPRESS | Sat | NZM | ERS |
| 12219 | LTT-SC AC DURONTO EXP | Wed, Sat | LTT | SC |
| 12220 | SC-LTT AC DURONTO EXP | Tue, Fri | SC | LTT |
| 12285 | SC-NZM DORONTO EXP | Thu, Sun | SC | NZM |
| 12286 | NZM-SC DURONTO EXP | Mon, Fri | NZM | SC |
| 22203 | VSKP-SCAC DURONTO EXPRESS | Tue, Thu, Sun | VSKP | SC |
| 22204 | SC-VSKP AC DURONTO EXP | Mon, Wed, Sat | SC | VSKP |
| 12221 | PUNE HWH DURONTO EXPRESS | Mon, Sat | PUNE | HWH |
| 12222 | HWH-PUNE DURANTO EXP | Thu, Sat | HWH | PUNE |
| 12245 | HWH-SMVB DURANTO EXP | Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | HWH | SMVB |
| 12246 | SMVB HWH DURANTO EXP | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | SMVB | HWH |
| 12261 | CSMT-HWH DURONTO EXP | Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | CSMT | HWH |
| 12262 | HWH-CSMT DURONTO EXP | Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | HWH | CSMT |
| 22213 | SHM PNBE DURONTO EXP | Mon, Wed, Fri | SHM | PNBE |
| 22214 | PNBE SHM DURONTO EXP | Tue, Thu, Sat | PNBE | SHM |
| 12269 | MAS-NZM DURANTO EXP | Mon, Fri | MAS | NZM |
| 12270 | NZM-MAS DURANTO EXP | Tue, Sat | NZM | MAS |
| 12213 | YPR-DEE DURONTO EXP | Sat | YPR | DEE |
| 12214 | DEE-YPR DURONTO EXPRESS | Mon | DEE | YPR |
| 12227 | MMCT – INDB DURANTO | Thu, Sat | MMCT | INDB |
| 12228 | INDB – MMCT DURANTO | Fri, Sun | INDB | MMCT |
| 12239 | MMCT – HSR DURANTO | Tue, Sun | MMCT | HSR |
| 12240 | HSR – MMCT DRNT EXP | Tue, Thu | HSR | MMCT |
| 12267 | RJT DURONTO EXP | Daily | MMCT | HAPA |
| 12268 | HAPA – MMCT DURANTO | Daily | HAPA | MMCT |
| 22209 | NDLS DURONTO | Mon, Fri | MMCT | NDLS |
| 22210 | NDLS – MMCT DURANTO | Tue, Sat | NDLS | MMCT |
