RNC
06:00
Ranchi
HWH
13:10
Howrah Jn
Pantry
Superfast
Overnight
Catering
Vande Bharat Exp 20898 Train Information
Vande Bharat Exp (20898) train runs from Ranchi (RNC) to Howrah Jn (HWH) 6 days a week. The 20898 Vande Bharat Exp train departs from Ranchi at 06:00 hrs and reaches Howrah Jn at 13:10 hrs. This train covers a distance of approximately 462 km.
| Train Number & Name | 20898 Vande Bharat Exp |
| Train Type | Mail Express |
| Source Station | Ranchi (RNC) |
| Destination Station | Howrah Jn (HWH) |
| Total Distance | 462 km |
| Duration | 7hr 10min |
| Departure Time (from source) | 06:00 from Ranchi |
| Arrival Time (at destination) | 13:10 at Howrah Jn (Day 1) |
| Total Stops | 7 |
| Running Days | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| Classes Available | EC, CC |
| Average Speed | ~64 km/h |
| Max. Speed | ~130 km/h |
20898 Train Ticket Prices
Check the table below for Vande Bharat Exp (20898) ticket prices across different classes:
- Ranchi
- Muri
- Kotshila
- Purulia Jn
- Chandil Jn
- Tatanagar Jn
- Kharagpur Jn
- Howrah Jn
- Ranchi
- Muri
- Kotshila
- Purulia Jn
- Chandil Jn
- Tatanagar Jn
- Kharagpur Jn
- Howrah Jn
- General
- Tatkal
- Lower Berth
- Ladies
EC
CC
November 2026
Mon, 09 Nov
NA
Wed, 11 Nov
NA
Thu, 12 Nov
NA
Fri, 13 Nov
NA
Sat, 14 Nov
NA
Sun, 15 Nov
NA
Mon, 16 Nov
NA
Wed, 18 Nov
NA
Vande Bharat Exp 20898 Train Schedule & Time Table
The Vande Bharat Exp time table provides complete details of the 20898 train route map, timings, and stoppages.
With the help of the 20898 train schedule, passengers can easily check halt durations, intermediate stops, and expected travel duration. You can easily book train tickets at ixigo. for any station between Ranchi and Howrah Jn with Alternate Travel Plan.
| Stn Code | Stn Name | Arrives | Departs | Stop time | Distance | Platform | Route | Day | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RNC | Ranchi | starts | 06:00 | - | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| MURI | Muri | 06:50 | 06:52 | 2min | 62 km | 1 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| KSX | Kotshila | 07:14 | 07:15 | 1min | 86 km | 1 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| PRR | Purulia Jn | 07:43 | 07:45 | 2min | 123 km | 3 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| CNI | Chandil Jn | 08:34 | 08:35 | 1min | 177 km | 3 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| TATA | Tatanagar Jn | 09:23 | 09:28 | 5min | 213 km | 4 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| KGP | Kharagpur Jn | 11:13 | 11:15 | 2min | 347 km | 8 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
| HWH | Howrah Jn | 13:10 | ends | - | 462 km | 23 | 1 | 1 | On Time |
20898 Coach Position & Seat Layout
20898 Vande Bharat Exp has 9 coaches. You can check your coach position and seat map here:
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Coach Position
*Coach position info is based on historic data. It does not represent current status
Ranchi
- Ranchi
- Muri
- Kotshila
- Purulia Jn
- Chandil Jn
- Tatanagar Jn
- Kharagpur Jn
- Howrah Jn
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C2
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Seat Layout
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. What is the departure time of the Vande Bharat Exp from Ranchi?
A. The Vande Bharat Exp (20898) departs from Ranchi (RNC) at 06:00 hrs.
Q. How much distance does 20898 Vande Bharat Exp cover?
A. 20898 Vande Bharat Exp covers a distance of approximately 462 km.
Q. What is the total number of stations the Vande Bharat Exp 20898 passes through?
A. Vande Bharat Exp 20898 passes through 8 stations on its train route.
Q. What is the origin and destination of train no. 20898?
A. 20898 Vande Bharat Exp originates from Ranchi (RNC) and ends at Howrah Jn (HWH).
Q. How many days a week does the 20898 train operate?
A. As per the 20898 train time table, Vande Bharat Exp runs 6 days a week.
Q. How much time does the train no. 20898 Vande Bharat Exp take to reach Howrah Jn?
A. According to the 20898 train schedule, train no. 20898 Vande Bharat Exp takes approximately 7 hours to reach Howrah Jn.
Q. What classes are available on the Ranchi to Howrah Jn Vande Bharat Exp?
A. The Ranchi to Howrah Jn Vande Bharat Exp offers Executive Class (EC) and Chair Car (CC) classes.