12397 Mahabodhi SF Express timetable
Mahabodhi SF Express (12397) runs from Gaya Junction (GAYA) to New Delhi (NDLS). The full journey covers 992 km and takes 14 h 10 min. The train runs daily.
Timetable checked on 17 October 2026.
Stops and timings
| Station | Arrival | Departure | Day | Stop time | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaya Junction (GAYA) | Starts here | 14:00 | 1 | — | 0 km |
| Guraru (GRRU) | 14:19 | 14:21 | 1 | 2 min | 22 km |
| Rafiganj (RFJ) | 14:33 | 14:35 | 1 | 2 min | 38 km |
| Anugraha Narayan Road (AUBR) | 14:54 | 14:56 | 1 | 2 min | 69 km |
| Dehri-on-Sone (DOS) | 15:12 | 15:14 | 1 | 2 min | 85 km |
| Sasaram Junction (SSM) | 15:26 | 15:28 | 1 | 2 min | 103 km |
| Kudra (KTQ) | 15:44 | 15:46 | 1 | 2 min | 128 km |
| Bhabua Road (BBU) | 16:00 | 16:02 | 1 | 2 min | 150 km |
| Chandauli Majhwar (CDMR) | 16:24 | 16:26 | 1 | 2 min | 188 km |
| Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction (DDU) | 17:13 | 17:20 | 1 | 7 min | 205 km |
| Vindhyachal (BDL) | 18:30 | 18:32 | 1 | 2 min | 275 km |
| Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ) | 19:30 | 19:40 | 1 | 10 min | 358 km |
| Bharwari (BRE) | 20:08 | 20:10 | 1 | 2 min | 395 km |
| Kanpur Central (CNB) | 22:05 | 22:10 | 1 | 5 min | 552 km |
| Aligarh (ALJN) | 01:28 | 01:30 | 2 | 2 min | 861 km |
| New Delhi (NDLS) | 04:10 | Ends here | 2 | — | 992 km |
About Mahabodhi SF Express
Mahabodhi SF Express (12397) runs from Gaya Junction (GAYA) to New Delhi (NDLS). The full journey covers 992 km and takes 14 h 10 min. The train runs daily.
- Leaves from
- 14:00Gaya Junction · Day 1
- Reaches
- 04:10New Delhi · Day 2
- Total travel time
- 14 h 10 min
- Total distance
- 992 km
- Runs on
- DailyFrom the first station
- Stops in between
- 1416 stations including the first and last
- Travel classes
- First AC (1A) · Second AC (2A) · Third AC (3A) · Sleeper (SL) · General (GN)
- On this train
- No pantry car · No catering service · LHB coaches
Some stops on this route
In travel order. Tap a station to see its live board.
Questions about train 12397
Where does train 12397 start and end?
Mahabodhi SF Express (12397) starts from Gaya Junction (GAYA) and ends at New Delhi (NDLS). The timetable above lists the stations in travel order.
What are the departure and arrival times of train 12397?
It leaves Gaya Junction (GAYA) at 14:00 on Day 1. It reaches New Delhi (NDLS) at 04:10 on Day 2.
Which days does train 12397 run?
Mahabodhi SF Express (12397) runs daily, from Monday to Sunday from Gaya Junction (GAYA). These are departure days from the first station. If you board later in the route, check the day shown at your station.
How long is the full journey on train 12397?
The scheduled travel time from Gaya Junction (GAYA) to New Delhi (NDLS) is 14 h 10 min. For a shorter journey, open Time between stations and select where you will board and get down.
How far does train 12397 travel?
Mahabodhi SF Express (12397) covers 992 km from Gaya Junction (GAYA) to New Delhi (NDLS). The distance beside each station in the timetable is counted from the first station.
How many stops does train 12397 have?
Mahabodhi SF Express (12397) has 14 stops between its first and last stations. The timetable has 16 stopping stations in total, including Gaya Junction (GAYA) and New Delhi (NDLS). Passing stations are not included in this count.
Which classes are available on train 12397?
The timetable lists First AC (1A), Second AC (2A), Third AC (3A), Sleeper (SL) and General (GN) for Mahabodhi SF Express (12397). Use Check train fares below to check the fare for your stations and travel class.
Which platform is listed for train 12397?
The timetable lists platform 3 at Gaya Junction (GAYA) and platform 9 at New Delhi (NDLS). Check the station display or announcement for the platform on your travel day.
Is food service listed for train 12397?
The timetable lists Mahabodhi SF Express (12397) without a pantry car. Catering service is not listed for this train.
What type of coaches does train 12397 use?
The timetable lists LHB coaches for Mahabodhi SF Express (12397).
What do Day 1, Day 2 and Day 3 mean?
Day 1 is the day the train leaves its first station. Day 2 is the next day, and Day 3 is the day after that. Check both the time and the day at your boarding station, especially for departures after midnight.
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All times are in Indian Standard Time (IST).