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Howrah Mail (12809): Train Route, Classes, Fare Details and Food Options
- Howrah Mail– Runs between Mumbai to Howrah
- Source station – Mumbai CST railway station
- Destination – Howrah junction railway station (HWH)
- Running Days – Everyday
- Coach Classes – 1A, 2A, 3A, Sleeper and General Unreserved coaches
- Fare – 1A- INR 5000 2A – INR 2900 , 3A- INR 2000 , Sleeper - INR 740, General – 415
- Departure Time – 20: 35 Hrs
- Arrival Time – 05:50 Hrs
- Stops – 42 Stoppage
- Pantry Car – Not Available. Passengers can order food online in train at Howrah Mail (12809) via RailRestro and get it delivered at their seat.
- Journey Duration - 34 hours
- Running status – on Time
- Journey Distance – 1968 kilometers
HOWRAH MAIL- 12809: Train Overview
Howrah Mail is a popular train running from Mumbai CST to Howrah junction every day connecting passengers from Mumbai to Kolkata. Howrah Mail 12809 is counted among most popular train connecting both cities on everyday basis. Mumbai and Howrah, both places are located at a distance of 1970 kilometers from each other. The train takes almost 34 hours to reach Howrah from Mumbai. There’re all kinds of facilities provided on the train for general passengers. The train has all three kinds of AC compartments along with the sleeper and unreserved coaches for ease of passengers. The train doesn’t have pantry car through --- is available on the train. If you wish to avail the restaurant style food in train, then one can get food in train from RailRestro, an IRCTC --- partner, serving fresh and restaurant style food.
HOWRAH MAIL 12809: Train Route
The train starts its journey from Mumbai CST railway station by 20:35 Hrs in the night. The train takes 34 hours approx. to reach Howrah junction. The train reaches at Howrah junction completing 3 days of the journey by 05:50 Hrs early in the morning. The train stops at almost 42 railway halts connecting different locations of various cities and states. While commuting from Mumbai to Howrah the train passes through almost 3 states of Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand and their various cities.
The train halts majorly at Bhusawal Junction, Nagpur Junction, Raipur Junction, Bilaspur junction, Raurkela Junction and Tatanagar junction. If you wish to order food in train then you can order food in train at Bilaspur junction any of these major railway stations halts for adding taste in your journey. The train passes through Dadar Junction, Thane Railway station, Kalyan Junction, Kasara Junction Railway station and Itgapuri Railway halts. On its second day of the journey the train halts at more than 30 Railway stations Including Nagpur Junction, Durg railway junction, Raipur Junction, Bilaspur Junction and Raurkela Railway station. The train runs overnight through different locations of India terrains and crosses Tatanagar Junction and Kharagpur Junction. Passengers can order food in train at Bilaspur Junction for dinner on the second day. The train reaches at Santragachi railway station by early morning at 05:10 and stops only for 2 minutes. Completing the distance of 7 kilometers from Santragachi, The train finally reaches at Howrah Junction by 05:50 Hrs.
12809 HOWRAH MAIL Train Details
Train 12809 HOWRAH MAIL is the most common and convenient train that connects Mumbai CSMT and Kolkata Howrah Junction. It crosses major stations such as C Shivaji Maharaj T, Dadar, Thane, Kalyan Jn, Kasara, Igatpuri, Devlali, Nasik Road, Manmad Jn, Chalisgaon Jn, Jalgaon Jn, Bhusaval Jn, Malkapur, Nandura, Jalamb Jn, Shegaon, Akola Jn, Murtajapur, Badnera Jn, Dhamangaon, Pulgaon Jn, Wardha Jn, Nagpur, Bhandara Road, Tumsar Road, Gondia Jn, Dongargarh, Raj Nandgaon, Durg, Raipur Jn, Bhatapara, Bilaspur Jn, Champa, Sakti, Kharsia, Raigarh, Belpahar, Brajarajnagar, Jharsuguda Jn, Rourkela, Chakradharpur, Tatanagar Jn, Kharagpur Jn, Santragachi Jn, Howrah Jn and other important railway stations that are convenient for passengers travelling across Bihar and Uttar Pradesh towards Delhi. This train is liked by almost all passengers and is considered a long-distance route. So, before heading on the journey check train schedule, PNR status and it is advised to pre-book your meal before you start your journey.
| Train Name | HOWRAH MAIL |
|---|---|
| Train Number | 12809 |
| From | Mumbai CSMT (CSMT) |
| To | Kolkata Howrah Junction (HWH) |
| Total Distance | 1968 km |
| Total Journey Time | 1 Days 9 Hours 35 Minutes |
| Departure (Origin) | C Shivaji Maharaj T |
| Arrival (Destination) | Howrah Jn |
| Runs On | SunMonTueWedThuFriSat |
12809 HOWRAH MAIL Route & Journey Overview
HOWRAH MAIL 12809 runs from Mumbai CSMTall the way to Kolkata Howrah Junction, 45 stations. Passing through the city, you can check the outside views through the city. To enjoy those views, passengers must want to have fresh, hygienic Food in train during the train journey.
Over 1 Days 9 Hours 35 Minutes is a long time. The local vendor's food is always stale or tasteless, so most people want something that actually tastes like food. They can order tasty meals, that's where ordering ahead through RailRestro makes the difference: a proper meal from the trusted restaurant, delivered to your seat at the next stop,without leaving your berth.
Stations Where Food Delivery Is Available on HOWRAH MAIL 12809
C Shivaji Maharaj T
Station Code: CSMTDadar
Station Code: DRThane
Station Code: TNAKalyan Jn
Station Code: KYNIgatpuri
Station Code: IGPNasik Road
Station Code: NKManmad Jn
Station Code: MMRChalisgaon Jn
Station Code: CSNJalgaon Jn
Station Code: JLBhusaval Jn
Station Code: BSLShegaon
Station Code: SEGAkola Jn
Station Code: AKMurtajapur
Station Code: MZRBadnera Jn
Station Code: BDWardha Jn
Station Code: WRNagpur
Station Code: NGPTumsar Road
Station Code: TMRGondia Jn
Station Code: GRaj Nandgaon
Station Code: RJNDurg
Station Code: DURGRaipur Jn
Station Code: RBhatapara
Station Code: BYTBilaspur Jn
Station Code: BSPChampa
Station Code: CPHRaigarh
Station Code: RIGJharsuguda Jn
Station Code: JSGRourkela
Station Code: ROUChakradharpur
Station Code: CKPTatanagar Jn
Station Code: TATAKharagpur Jn
Station Code: KGPSantragachi Jn
Station Code: SRCHowrah Jn
Station Code: HWHHow to Order Food on 12809 HOWRAH MAIL
- Visit railrestro.com or download the RailRestro app for Android or iOS.
- Enter your 10-digit PNR number or train number 12809.
- Select your delivery station from the HOWRAH MAIL route.
- Browse FSSAI-certified restaurant partners and choose your meal.
- Pay online using UPI, Card or Net Banking, or choose Cash on Delivery.
- Food gets delivered directly to your seat when the train arrives at your chosen station.
Food Menu Available on 12809 HOWRAH MAIL
Live train tracking: RailRestro tracks your train's live position as it moves. If the train runs late, your order will be adjusted to the new arrival time at your station, no calls, no manual changes. The meal still shows up fresh whenever the train actually gets there.
Pre-Book Your Food on 12809 HOWRAH MAIL
- Pre-book up to 60 days before your journey date.
- Order at least 30 minutes before the train reaches your delivery station.
- Cancel or modify the order up to 1 hour before delivery, free of charge.
Planning in advance? You can book your meal up to 60 days before the journey. Enter your PNR on RailRestro, choose the station you want delivery at, and pick what you want to eat. That's it, food comes to your seat, freshly made.
Group Food Order on HOWRAH MAIL
RailRestro offers discounts on group food order in train so that you can relish your meal as per your taste preferences.
- Call or WhatsApp RailRestro on 8102202203.
- Share your PNR, HOWRAH MAIL 12809, group size and preferred delivery station.
- Choose from group meal options — Thali, Biryani, Combo Meals, and more.
- Pay online or choose Cash on Delivery.
- Food gets delivered to every seat at your chosen station, on time.
Why Order Food in Train with RailRestro?
3.5 Crore+
Meals delivered from FSSAI-certified restaurants
2,500+
FSSAI-certified restaurant partners
500+ Stations
Food delivery across more than 7,000 trains
Multiple Food Options
Veg, Non-Veg, Jain and Satvik meals
Easy Payments
UPI, Cards, Net Banking and Cash on Delivery
Advance Booking
Pre-book your meal up to 60 days in advance
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. RailRestro delivers fresh, hot food directly to your seat on 12809 HOWRAH MAIL. Enter your PNR or train number on railrestro.com or the RailRestro app to place your order.
Food delivery on HOWRAH MAIL is available at all major stations on its route, including HOWRAH MAIL and more, based on restaurant availability at each stop.
You must place your order at least 30 minutes before the train reaches your chosen delivery station. You can also pre-book your meal up to 60 days in advance.
You can order pure veg food in train and also order Jain food in train. Available options include Veg Thali, Non-Veg Meals, Biryani (Veg / Chicken / Mutton), Chinese, South Indian, Jain food, snacks, desserts, beverages, and more from FSSAI-certified restaurants along the HOWRAH MAIL route.
RailRestro tracks your train's real-time running status. If the train is delayed, your order is automatically adjusted to match the updated arrival time at your delivery station.
Yes. You can pre-book your meal up to 60 days before your journey date. Just enter your PNR on railrestro.com and choose your delivery station and meal.
Call or WhatsApp RailRestro on 8102202203. Share your PNR, HOWRAH MAIL, group size, and preferred stations. Our team will confirm the order and arrange delivery to every seat.
Yes. RailRestro accepts Cash on Delivery as well as online payments via UPI, Debit / Credit Card, and Net Banking.