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Train to Mizoram: Kolkata – Sairang Express crosses 140% occupancy within weeks of launch

Kolkata to Mizoram Train Service: Launched on September 13, the train began its commercial run on September 18 between Sairang and Kolkata.

The Kolkata-Sairang-Kolkata Express train runs thrice a week

Kolkata-Mizoram Train: The Kolkata-Sairang Express train has been running with more than 140 per cent occupancy. Launched on September 13, the train began its commercial run on September 18 between Sairang and Kolkata. The Kolkata-Sairang-Kolkata Express train runs thrice a week: Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday.

Sairang-Kolkata Express: Train Number, Route, Distance, Travel Time

The Sairang-Kolkata Express will run as train number 13125/13126. It covers a distance of 1,530 km in 31:15 hrs. The train will run via Naihati, Krishnanagar City, Murshidabad. The train will be maintained and operated by Eastern Railway (ER) zone.

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Kolkata-Sairang Train Occupancy

Since its introduction, the Kolkata-Sairang Express witnessed massive surge in ticket bookings. During the Durga Puja holidays, the train number 13125 was showing waitlisted status across all four classes: Sleeper Class, AC 3 Economy (3E), AC 3 Tier (3A), and AC 2 Tier (2A).

According to Railways, the train number 13126 (Sairang – Kolkata) Express reported almost 100 per cent occupancy, while the return service, train number 13125 (Kolkata – Sairang) Express, recorded 144.8 per cent, with sleeper class occupancy around 144 per cent.

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Aizawl-Kolkata Express Train: Stoppages

During its journey between Aizawl and Kolkata, this new train will stop at 24 stations. These are: Naihati, Krishnanagar City, Berhampore Court, Murshidabad, Azimganj, Jangipur Road, New Farakka, Malda Town, Kishanganj, New Coochbehar, Tufanganj, Golakganj, Gauripur, Bilasipara, Abhayapuri Asam, Goalpara Town and Kamakhya railway stations. The train will also make its halt at New Jalpaiguri, Guwahati, Hojai, New Haflong, Badarpur Junction, Hailakandi, and Bairabi.

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Sairang-Kolkata Express Train Coach Composition

The Sairang-Kolkata-Sairang Express is composed of 22 coaches: 2 AC Two Tier, 5 AC Three Tier, 2 AC Three-Tier Economy, 7 Sleeper Class, 4 General Second Class, Brake, 1 Luggage cum Generator Car, and 1 SLRD.

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Sairang to Kolkata New Train: Time Table

The train number 13125 Kolkata-Sairang Express train will leave Kolkata at 12:25 hrs to reach Sairang at 19:45 hrs on the next day. On the other hand, train number 13126 Sairang-Kolkata Express will leave at 07:15 hrs to reach West Bengal’s capital at 14:30 hrs on the second day.

Anish Mondal

Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More

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