NORTH EAST EXPRESS (12505): Train Route, Classes and Journey Details

North East Express (12505) is a superfast train which runs between Guwahati and New Delhi. The train departs from its source place Kamakhya at 10:00 on first day and terminates at its destination Anand Vihar Terminal at 19:20 on second day. The distance between the Guwahati and New Delhi is about 1,866 kms. The train takes 35 hr 33 min to complete two days of journey. The train halts at almost 29 stations and finally reaches to its destination Anand Vihar Terminal. The train operates per day in a week which means train is schedule on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. It has carriage classes of second AC (2A), third AC (3A), and sleeper class (SL). The average speed of train is 56 km/ph. The train runs with the facility of pantry car which provide food in train. It has also on-boarding catering service and --- where you can order food in North East Express (12505) and you can get --- service available at various stations.

• Train Name: North East Express -12505 (Guwahati to Anand Vihar Trm )
• Classes: 2A, 3A, SL
• Service Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• Stops: 29 
• Duration: 33 hrs 35 mins
• Type: Mail/Express 
• Pantry: Yes. Passengers can also book food online in train via RailRestro and enjoy them at their seat. 

About Source Station:
Guwahati is the largest city in Assam and North East India. The city is famous with the name of temple city as there are numerous Hindu temples. The Fancy Bazar is area in Guwahati known for the abundance of Marwari community which is a shopping hub. Beli view is the lively place in Guwahati which gives mesmerizing sunset view by the river Brahmaputra during evening.

Train Route Details of North East Express (12505)
The train starts its journey by departing Guwahati station at 09:45 to reach its destination at New Delhi. The train covers 16 stations in its first day of journey and 12 stations in its second day journey and there are many intermediate stations en route. The minimum halt timing of train is 1 minute and the maximum halt timing is 25 minutes. Patna Junction is the single train halt for 25 minutes which is the longest halting time in the entire journey.

You can board the train after having delicious breakfast as it gets depart by 09:45 in the morning. After departing from source station the train halts at third station at New Bongaigaon where it halts for 10 minutes. You can order food in train at New Bongaigaon station in advance for your lunch because the train will halt for a minute or two for next four stations and halts at New Jalpaiguri for 15 minutes at 17:00. Its already evening and you can have some refreshment at the platform with the cup of tea from the tea vendor.

Katihar Junction is another railways station where train halts for 20 minutes at 20:50 in first day only. The train halts at dinner time, so, you can order food in train at Katihar Junction or you can receive your order at Katihar Junction from RailRestro. The train crosses 50 intermediate stations in the night and finally reaches to Patliputra Junction at 02:40 and halt for 25 minutes.

After reaching and departing from Patna Junction, the North East Express starts its second day journey. The train catches its speed and runs toward its destination where it crosses three major stations namely: Pt DD Upadhyaya Junction, Allahabad Junction, and Kanpur Central where it make 10- 15 minutes halt. Till the time, the train would have crossed 1,440 kms away from Guwahati and North East Express is about to approach your destination station. Ghaziabad Junction is the second last station where train halts at 18:45 for 2 minutes and finally reaches to Anand Vihar Terminal. It is one of the longest routes of Indian Railways where you can explore the route of North East Express and experience varieties of cuisine.

12505 NORTHEAST EXP — Train Details

12505 NORTHEAST EXP Route & Journey Overview

NORTHEAST EXP 12505 runs from Kamakhya all the way to Anand Vihar Terminal, 34 stations. Passes through the city's you can check the outside views and to enjoy those views passengers must want to have fresh, hygienic meals during the train journey. .

Over 1 Days 9 Hours 10 Minutes is a long time. The local vendor 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 NORTHEAST EXP 12505

H2: How to Order Food on 12505 NORTHEAST EXP

• Visit railrestro.com or download the RailRestro app (Android / iOS)
• Enter your 10-digit PNR number or train number 12505
• Select your delivery station from the NORTHEAST EXP route
• Browse FSSAI-certified restaurant partners and choose your meal
• Pay online via UPI, Card, 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 12505 NORTHEAST EXP

Food Menu Available on 12505 NORTHEAST EXP

• Breakfast — Puri Bhaji, Chole Bhature, Bread Toast, Poha, Idli Sambar, Vada
• Veg Thali — Mini, Standard, Deluxe, Maharaja Thali
• Non-Veg — Chicken Curry, Chicken Handi, Mutton Curry, Egg Curry
• Biryani — Veg Biryani, Chicken Biryani, Mutton Biryani with Raita
• Chinese — Fried Rice, Hakka Noodles, Manchurian, Paneer Chilli, Chicken Chilli
• South Indian — Masala Dosa, Plain Dosa, Uttapam, Idli Vada Sambar
• Paneer & Veg Curries — Shahi Paneer, Paneer Butter Masala, Malai Kofta, Mix Veg, Aloo Dum
• Jain & Satvik Food — Jain Thali, Jain Biryani, No-onion no-garlic options
• Breads — Roti, Naan, Laccha Paratha, Aloo Paratha, Butter Roti
• Snacks — Samosa, Veg Pakora, Sandwich, Burger, Kachori
• Desserts & Beverages — Gulab Jamun, Lassi (sweet & salted), Curd, Raita, Tea, Coffee

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 12505 NORTHEAST EXP

• 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 your 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 NORTHEAST EXP

• Call or WhatsApp RailRestro on 8102202203
• Share your PNR, train name NORTHEAST EXP 12505, total 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

RailRestro offers discounts on group food order in train so that you can relish your meal as per your taste preferences. Mention this in one line before the steps.

Why Order Food in Train with RailRestro?

• 3.5 Crore+ Meals Served -India's most trusted train food delivery service since 2015
• 2,500+ FSSAI-Certified Restaurant Partners, fresh, hygienic food guaranteed
• Food delivery service at 500+ stations and 7,000+ trains across India
• Live train tracking-we adjust your order automatically if the train is delayed
• Pre-book up to 60 days in advance or order anytime while traveling
• Veg, Non-Veg, Jain, and Satvik food options available
• Multiple payment options- UPI, Card, Net Banking, Cash on Delivery
• Free cancellation up to 1 hour before delivery

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