Chitrakootdham (Karwi)–Kanpur Intercity Express (via Allahabad)
The Chitrakootdham (Karwi)-Kanpur Intercity Express (via Allahabad) is an Indian Railways Super fast train which runs between the cities of Kanpur and Chitrakoot Dham (Karwi) . It is the much awaited train of North Central Railway, with 14 coaches.
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Service type | Intercity Express |
| First service | 1 September 2012 |
| Current operator(s) | North Central Railways |
| Route | |
| Start | Kanpur Central |
| Stops | 6 |
| End | Allahabad |
| Distance travelled | 325 km (202 mi) |
| Service frequency | daily |
| On-board services | |
| Class(es) | Second seating |
| Seating arrangements | Yes |
| Sleeping arrangements | No |
| Catering facilities | No |
| Observation facilities | Large windows |
| Baggage facilities | Above the seats |
| Technical | |
| Rolling stock | Standard Indian Railway coaches |
| Track gauge | 1,676 mm (5 ft 6 in) |
| Operating speed | 110 km/h (68 mph) maximum 65 km/h (40 mph), including halts |
History
The train was flagged off on 01-09-2012 by Union Coal Minister Shri Prakash Jaiswal from Kanpur Central. After sometime it was extended up to Chitrakootdham (Karwi) on 25 February 2018.
Service
The 22442 Kanpur Central - Chitrakootdham (Karwi) Intercity Express covers the distance of 325 km (202 mi) in 5 hours 40 mins (57 km/hr) & in 5 hours 40 mins as the 22441 Chitrakootdham (Karwi) - Kanpur Central Intercity Express (57 km/hr).[1]
As the average speed of the train is greater than 55 km/h (34 mph), as per railway rules, its fare includes a Superfast surcharge.
Routing
The 22441 / 42 Chitrakootdham (Karwi) - Kanpur Intercity Express runs from Chitrakootdham (Karwi) via Manikpur, Allahabad Junction to Kanpur Central.
