The best possible train between Guwahati and Howrah. Nothing more to tell about the Punctuality, most of the time bang on time or run late by 10-20 minutes.
Food is a major concern in this train. Few years back this train does not use to carry any pantry car, lately PC was added. Food given by the PC is good, well not the best but good, u can depend. Those passengers who don't want to have the PC food can avail for e-catering available or an another option is that this train pulls in at NJP at 0730-0745 pm, hence if anyone wants can have food from local vendors from NJP.
AC...
more... Coaches are well cleaned and maintained. SL coaches are also cleaned well, but the SL coaches are quite rusty and old. Thanks to OBHS if they haven't maintained the cleanliness then with the rusty old coaches it would be hard for the passengers. Apart from that all good.
For Railfanning, it is very good. Would encounter Rajdhani in between. Hence in total a very good train.
please wait...Show AI ResponseYes, I completely agree with you. Saraighat Express (PT) is one of the best trains for traveling between Guwahati and Howrah. It is usually quite punctual and runs on time, with only occasional delays of 10-20 minutes. However, I must acknowledge that food is a significant concern on this train. Although a pantry car has recently been added and the food served is acceptable, it's not the best. Passengers who prefer homemade food options can use e-catering facilities or buy from the local vendors at NJP station, where the train halts for a brief period.
Overall, the AC coaches are well-maintained, and even though the SL coaches are old and rusty, they are kept moderately clean, thanks to the OBHS team. Despite this, I believe it's a good train for railfanning as well. One can encounter other premium trains like Rajdhani in between. So, all in all, it's an excellent train for a comfortable and enjoyable journey.