12861/ 12862 Dakshin Link SF Express
The Dakshin Link SF Express (12861/12862) is one of India’s important long-distance trains. It connecting Howrah Junction (HWH) in West Bengal with Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM) in Delhi. Managed by the South Eastern Railway zone. This train plays a crucial role in linking the eastern and northern regions of India. Offering a comfortable and efficient travel option for passengers.
The 12861 Dakshin Link SF Express departs from Howrah Junction. While the 12862 Dakshin Link SF Express runs in the opposite direction from Hazrat Nizamuddin. Covering a distance of around 1,445 km. The train takes approximately 25 to 26 hours to complete its journey. It halts at major stations like Dhanbad, Gaya, Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction, Prayagraj, Kanpur Central, and Agra Cantt, ensuring convenient travel between key cities.
The train offers multiple classes, including AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, Sleeper Class, and General Unreserved, catering to passengers with varying travel preferences. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, clean coaches, and charging ports, ensuring a smooth travel experience.
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Highlights of Dakshin Link SF Express
| Train details | Facilities Onboard |
| Travel Time: | 37h 0m |
| Halts: | 56 |
| Distance: | 2097 km |
| Avg Speed: | 57 km/hr |
| Cleanliness: | Average |
| Punctuality: | Excellent |
| E-Catering | Yes |
| Ticket availability: | Average |
| Mobile/Laptop Charger | Yes |
12861/ Dakshin Link SF Express VSKP/ Visakhapatnam Junction – NZM/Hazrat Nizamuddin Route, Schedule & Time Table–
| Code | Station Name | Arrives | Departs | Halt |
| VSKP | Visakhapatnam Junction | 15:05:00 | ||
| DVD | Duvvada | 15:34:00 | 15:35:00 | 1m |
| AKP | Anakapalle | 15:54:00 | 15:55:00 | 1m |
| TUNI | Tuni | 16:37:00 | 16:39:00 | 2m |
| ANV | Annavaram | 16:53:00 | 16:54:00 | 1m |
| SLO | Samalkot Junction | 17:21:00 | 17:22:00 | 1m |
| RJY | Rajahmundry | 18:16:00 | 18:18:00 | 2m |
| NDD | Nidadavolu Junction | 18:41:00 | 18:42:00 | 1m |
| TDD | Tadepalligudem | 18:59:00 | 19:00:00 | 1m |
| EE | Eluru | 19:33:00 | 19:34:00 | 1m |
| BZA | Vijayawada Junction | 21:15:00 | 21:30:00 | 15m |
| MDR | Madhira | 22:21:00 | 22:22:00 | 1m |
| KMT | Khammam | 22:53:00 | 22:55:00 | 2m |
| DKJ | Dornakal Junction | 23:14:00 | 23:15:00 | 1m |
| MABD | Mahbubabad | 23:37:00 | 23:38:00 | 1m |
| KDM | Kesamudram | 23:44:00 | 23:45:00 | 1m |
| WL | Warangal | 00:24:00 | 00:26:00 | 2m |
| KZJ | Kazipet Junction | 01:10:00 | 01:30:00 | 20m |
| JMKT | Jammikunta | 01:54:00 | 01:55:00 | 1m |
| PDPL | Peddapalli Junction | 02:21:00 | 02:22:00 | 1m |
| RDM | Ramagundam | 02:44:00 | 02:45:00 | 1m |
| MCI | Manchiryal | 02:59:00 | 03:00:00 | 1m |
| BPA | Bellampalli | 03:18:00 | 03:20:00 | 2m |
| SKZR | Sirpur Kaghaznagar | 03:58:00 | 04:00:00 | 2m |
| BPQ | Balharshah Junction | 05:20:00 | 05:30:00 | 10m |
| CD | Chandrapur | 05:49:00 | 05:50:00 | 1m |
| BUX | Bhandak | 06:13:00 | 06:14:00 | 1m |
| WRR | Warora | 06:35:00 | 06:36:00 | 1m |
| HGT | Hinganghat | 07:06:00 | 07:07:00 | 1m |
| SEGM | Sewagram Junction | 07:52:00 | 07:53:00 | 1m |
| SNI | Sindi | 08:16:00 | 08:17:00 | 1m |
| AJNI | Ajni | 08:51:00 | 08:52:00 | 1m |
| NGP | Nagpur Junction | 09:05:00 | 09:15:00 | 10m |
| KATL | Katol | 10:17:00 | 10:18:00 | 1m |
| NRKR | Narkher Junction | 10:43:00 | 10:44:00 | 1m |
| PAR | Pandhurna | 11:02:00 | 11:03:00 | 1m |
| MTY | Multai | 11:43:00 | 11:45:00 | 2m |
| AMLA | Amla Junction | 12:06:00 | 12:08:00 | 2m |
| BZU | Betul | 12:27:00 | 12:29:00 | 2m |
| GDYA | Ghoradongri | 13:10:00 | 13:12:00 | 2m |
| ET | Itarsi Junction | 14:45:00 | 14:55:00 | 10m |
| HBD | Hoshangabad | 15:13:00 | 15:15:00 | 2m |
| HBJ | HabibGanj | 16:18:00 | 16:20:00 | 2m |
| BPL | Bhopal Junction | 16:45:00 | 16:50:00 | 5m |
| BHS | Vidisha | 17:22:00 | 17:24:00 | 2m |
| BAQ | Ganj Basoda | 17:53:00 | 17:55:00 | 2m |
| MABA | Mandi Bamora | 18:17:00 | 18:19:00 | 2m |
| BINA | Bina Junction | 19:00:00 | 19:05:00 | 5m |
| LAR | Lalitpur Junction | 19:50:00 | 19:52:00 | 2m |
| BAB | Babina | 20:35:00 | 20:37:00 | 2m |
| JHS | Jhansi Junction | 21:20:00 | 21:30:00 | 10m |
| GWL | Gwalior Junction | 22:44:00 | 22:46:00 | 2m |
| MRA | Morena | 23:16:00 | 23:18:00 | 2m |
| AGC | Agra Cantt. | 00:45:00 | 00:50:00 | 5m |
| MTJ | Mathura Junction | 01:34:00 | 01:39:00 | 5m |
| BVH | Ballabh Garh | 03:18:00 | 03:20:00 | 2m |
| FDB | Faridabad | 03:31:00 | 03:33:00 | 2m |
| NZM | Hazrat Nizamuddin | 04:05:00 |
12862/ Dakshin Link SF Express (UnReserved) KZJ/Kazipet Junction – VSKP/Visakhapatnam Junction Route, Schedule & Time Table–
| Code | Station Name | Arrives | Departs | Halt |
| KZJ | Kazipet Junction | 02:40:00 | ||
| WL | Warangal | 02:53:00 | 02:54:00 | 1m |
| NKD | Nekonda | 03:18:00 | 03:19:00 | 1m |
| KDM | Kesamudram | 03:29:00 | 03:30:00 | 1m |
| MABD | Mahbubabad | 03:39:00 | 03:40:00 | 1m |
| DKJ | Dornakal Junction | 04:04:00 | 04:05:00 | 1m |
| KMT | Khammam | 04:23:00 | 04:24:00 | 1m |
| MDR | Madhira | 04:54:00 | 04:55:00 | 1m |
| BZA | Vijayawada Junction | 06:45:00 | 07:05:00 | 20m |
| EE | Eluru | 07:50:00 | 07:52:00 | 2m |
| TDD | Tadepalligudem | 08:23:00 | 08:25:00 | 2m |
| NDD | Nidadavolu Junction | 08:41:00 | 08:43:00 | 2m |
| RJY | Rajahmundry | 09:32:00 | 09:34:00 | 2m |
| SLO | Samalkot Junction | 10:16:00 | 10:18:00 | 2m |
| ANV | Annavaram | 10:43:00 | 10:45:00 | 2m |
| TUNI | Tuni | 10:58:00 | 11:00:00 | 2m |
| AKP | Anakapalle | 12:08:00 | 12:10:00 | 2m |
| DVD | Duvvada | 12:45:00 | 12:46:00 | 1m |
| VSKP | Visakhapatnam Junction | 13:30:00 |