- When does train 03040 run?
- Train 03040 runs on Fri,sat,sun from 13 November 2026 to 15 November 2026 — 3 running dates in this period, as published by Indian Railways.
- What time does 03040 leave Bettiah and reach Howrah Jn?
- It departs Bettiah at 09:00 and arrives at Howrah Jn at 01:30 (day 2), a journey of 16h 30m over 685 km.
- Which stations does 03040 stop at?
- 20 stations: Bettiah, Sagauli Jn, Bapudm Motihari, Chakia, Mehsi, Motipur, Muzaffarpur Jn, Samastipur Jn, Barauni Jn, Kiul Jn, Jamui, Jhajha, Jasidih Jn, Madhupur Jn, Chittaranjan, Asansol Jn, Durgapur, Bardhaman, Bandel, Howrah Jn.
- Is 03040 a festival special?
- Indian Railways lists 03040 as a special (temporary) service running in the Dussehra, Diwali & Chhath 2026 season; its name does not state an occasion, so we do not add one.
- Can I check seats on 03040?
- Yes. "Plan your journey" opens YaatriGan's search with Bettiah → Howrah Jn and the next run date filled in; the plan checks live availability, fares and confirmation chances for this train and every alternative.