How late does 20872 usually run?
We record this train's delay several times a day. A summary will appear here after a few days of observations.
Vande Bharat Express: common questions
What time does 20872 leave Rourkela?
20872 Vande Bharat Express is scheduled to depart Rourkela (ROU) at 13:30 and reach Howrah Jn (HWH) at 19:50, a journey of about 06 h 20 min.
On which days does 20872 run?
It runs on Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun. On other days there is no run, so live status will show no train for those start dates.
How many stops does 20872 have?
5 scheduled halts over 414 km, including Chakaradharpur, Tatanagar Jn, Kharagpur Jn.
Which classes are available?
EC, CC. See the coach code guide for what each class means.
What is the return train?
The return service is 20871 Vande Bharat Express from Howrah Jn to Rourkela.
Timetable valid from 26-Mar-2026. Timings can change for maintenance, diversions or special notices, so check the live status on the day of travel.