Mandore Express
The 12461 / 12462 Mandore Express is a superfast express train on India's broad gauge network, connecting Jodhpur (code: JU) and Old Delhi (code: DLI), a distance of approximately 619 km. The train runs on Indian Railways broad gauge line.[1] The train gets a WDP 4 EMD locomotive and has a top speed of 110 km/h. The train has sleeper class, ac 3 tier, ac 2 tier and ac first class of accommodation.
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| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Service type | Superfast |
| Locale | Delhi & Rajasthan |
| Current operator(s) | Western Railways |
| Route | |
| Start | Old Delhi (DLI) |
| Stops | 16 |
| End | Jodhpur (JU) |
| Distance travelled | 619 km (385 mi) |
| Average journey time | 10 Hours , 58 minutes |
| Service frequency | Daily |
| On-board services | |
| Class(es) | AC first, AC 2 tier, AC 3 tier, Sleeper Class, General Unreserved |
| Seating arrangements | Yes |
| Sleeping arrangements | Yes |
| Catering facilities | On-board Catering E-Catering |
| Observation facilities | Large windows |
| Baggage facilities | Below the seats |
| Technical | |
| Rolling stock | LHB Coaches |
| Track gauge | 1,676 mm (5 ft 6 in) |
| Operating speed | 58 km/h (36 mph) average including halts |
Total Travel time is 10 Hrs and 58 min and distance is 308 km on an avg speed of 58 km/h. Max Permissible Speed: 110 km/hr between RE - Rewari railway station and AWR Alwar Junction
Schedule
| Train Number | Station Code | Departure Station | Departure Time | Arrival Station | Arrival Time | Running Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12461 | DLI | Delhi | 9:15 PM | Jodhpur | 8:00 AM (next day) | Daily |
| 12462 | JU | Jodhpur | 7:45 PM | Delhi | 6:40 AM (next day) | Daily |
Rake Sharing
The train sharing its rake with 12915 / 12916 Ashram Express.
Route & Halts
The train runs from Old Delhi via Delhi Cantonment, Palam, Gurgaon, Rewari, Alwar, Bandikui Junction, Dausa, Jaipur Junction, Kuchaman City, Makrana Junction, Degana Junction, Merta Road Junction, Gotan to Jodhpur.
Traction
It is hauled by a Bhagat Ki Kothi based WDP 4 / WDP 4B / WDP 4D locomotive on its entire journey.
References
- "Mandore Express". India rail info. Retrieved 27 December 2012.