Howrah to Kharagpur Local Train Time Table
Locals from Howrah to Kharagpur run along the South Eastern Railway main line via Santragachi, Uluberia and Panskura. It is the most important corridor for the people of West Medinipur who work in Kolkata.
🕒 Last verified: 29 September, 2026📏 116 km⏱️ About 2 hours 10 minutes🚉 South Eastern Railway
At a glance: Howrah → Kharagpur
| First train (from Howrah) | 05:20 |
|---|---|
| Last train (from Howrah) | 20:35 |
| First train (from Kharagpur) | 04:55 |
| Last train (from Kharagpur) | 21:20 |
| Frequency | Every 30–45 minutes (denser on the Uluberia/Panskura section) |
| Journey time | About 2 hours 10 minutes (116 km) |
Important stations
📍 Santragachi📍 Uluberia📍 Panskura📍 Mecheda
⬆️ Howrah to Kharagpur
| Train | Departs | Key station times | Arrives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kharagpur Local | 05:20 | Santragachi 05:38Uluberia 06:05Panskura 06:42 | 07:30 |
| Kharagpur LocalBusy morning local | 06:10 | Santragachi 06:28Uluberia 06:55Panskura 07:32 | 08:20 |
| Kharagpur Local | 07:20 | Santragachi 07:38Uluberia 08:05Panskura 08:42 | 09:30 |
| Kharagpur LocalMidday local | 10:00 | Santragachi 10:18Uluberia 10:45Panskura 11:22 | 12:10 |
| Kharagpur Local | 14:15 | Santragachi 14:33Uluberia 15:00Panskura 15:37 | 16:25 |
| Kharagpur LocalBusy evening local | 18:05 | Santragachi 18:23Uluberia 18:50Panskura 19:27 | 20:15 |
| Kharagpur LocalLast local of the day | 20:35 | Santragachi 20:53Uluberia 21:20Panskura 21:57 | 22:45 |
⬇️ Kharagpur to Howrah
| Train | Departs | Key station times | Arrives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howrah Local | 04:55 | Panskura 05:30Uluberia 06:05Santragachi 06:32 | 07:15 |
| Howrah Local | 05:50 | Panskura 06:25Uluberia 07:00Santragachi 07:27 | 08:10 |
| Howrah Local | 07:30 | Panskura 08:05Uluberia 08:40Santragachi 09:07 | 09:50 |
| Howrah Local | 11:15 | Panskura 11:50Uluberia 12:25Santragachi 12:52 | 13:35 |
| Howrah Local | 15:30 | Panskura 16:05Uluberia 16:40Santragachi 17:07 | 17:50 |
| Howrah LocalBusy evening local | 18:20 | Panskura 18:55Uluberia 19:30Santragachi 19:57 | 20:40 |
| Howrah LocalLast local of the day | 21:20 | Panskura 21:55Uluberia 22:30Santragachi 22:57 | 23:40 |
Frequently asked questions
When are the first and last locals from Howrah to Kharagpur?
The first local leaves Howrah at 5:20 am and the last local at 8:35 pm.
Do Mecheda/Medinipur locals also run on the Howrah–Kharagpur route?
Yes, locals of the Medinipur and Panskura sections run along this same line, but many terminate at Panskura or Mecheda. Check the destination station before boarding for Kharagpur.
Which platform do Kharagpur trains leave from?
At Howrah station, South Eastern Railway trains usually leave from specific platforms — it is best to check the station display boards, as they change during peak hours.