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Travelers can check the 12872 train running status to find real-time updates, including upcoming railway stations, expected delays, and live location, on the RailMitra mobile app or website. The train 12872 Titlagarh Ispat Express runs three times a week, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, from Titlagarh to Howrah Junction. The train 12872 originates at Titlagarh railway station at 05:15 and travels through 29 stations en route. The train reaches the destination at Howrah Jn railway station at 18:30. It covers the distance of 745 Km in 13 hours and 15 minutes. The train offers various classes like 3A, CC, and 2S. It also offers a pantry car to meet food requirements en route from more than 2,000 restaurants at 450+ stations. RailMitra uses the train's running status (no. 12872) to deliver food on board.
Quick Information Table
Attribute | Details |
Train Name/ Route | 12872 TIG ISPAT Express |
Key Stations | Saintala, Sambalpur, Rourkela, Tatanagar Jn, Kharagpur Jn |
Running Status | Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday |
Distance | 745 km |
Duration | 13 Hours 15 Minutes |
Departure time | 05:15 from Titlagarh (TIG) |
Arrival Time | 18:30 at Howrah Jn (HWH) |
About the Destination: Howrah
During train travel, passengers can check the train's running status (12872 ) on the RailMitra app or website. Howrah Jn railway station is located in the city of Howrah, West Bengal. Howrah is famous for its Howrah Bridge, located on the Hooghly River in Kolkata. Howrah is also renowned for Vidyasagar Setu, Belur Math, Mullick Ghat Flower Market, and Belilious Park that attract tourists.
Check the 12872 train running status today on the RailMitra mobile app or website to find the upcoming railway station, expected delay, arrival/departure time, or live location. RailMitra also helps you order food on trains from over 2,000 restaurants on 7,000 trains at 450+ stations across India.
FAQs on 12872 Train Running Status
Q. How many stations does 12872 stop at?
Ans: The train 12872 Titlagarh - Howrah Ispat Express stops at 31 stations, including the source, destination, and 29 en route halts. However, passengers can check the train schedule to find all the station names with codes where the train stops.
Q. How can one check the live running status?
Ans: Passengers can check the train's live status using RailMitra features to find the train's current location, expected delay, and other relevant information. The 12872 live train running status can assist in booking meals on wheels from more than 2000 FSSAI-approved restaurants.
Q. What is the schedule for the 12872 train?
Ans: The train 12872 Titlagarh Ispat Express covers stations such as Saintala, Barpali, Sambalpur, Rourkela, Tatanagar Junction, and Kharagpur Junction in its route. Passengers can check the train time to know the station name and halts.
Q. Is the 12872 train usually on time?
Ans: Train number 12872 may be delayed due to operational or weather conditions. Passengers can check the live running status of the 12872 train to find its current location, any expected delays, or the expected arrival/departure times.
Q. What are the first and last stations of the 12872 train?
Ans: The train 12872 starts from Titlagarh and stops at Howrah Jn. Passengers can also check the train timetable to find the first and last stations of their journey.
Q. Does 12872 have a pantry or catering service?
Ans: The train 12872 Titlagarh - Howrah Ispat Express does have a pantry car to meet the train passengers' food requirements. However, passengers can find the 12872 train running status on the RailMitra mobile app or website to enjoy e-catering from more than 2000 restaurants.



