You may have never considered a long-distance superfast train passing through New Delhi Railway Station without stopping. However, Indian Railways history includes such a train – the 12213/12214 Yesvantpur-Delhi Sarai Rohilla AC Duronto Express.
Railway: The 12213/12214 Yesvantpur-Delhi Sarai Rohilla AC Duronto Express, part of Indian Railways' superfast trains, presents a unique example. This train travels from Yesvantpur in Karnataka to Sarai Rohilla station in Delhi, passing through New Delhi Railway Station without stopping for even a moment.
Why doesn't it stop at New Delhi Station?
The Yesvantpur-Delhi AC Duronto Express passes through two major Delhi locations—Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM) and New Delhi (NDLS) stations—but doesn't stop at either. It's a non-stop superfast train designed for exceptionally fast travel. It only stops at Sarai Rohilla (DEE) station in Northwest Delhi, which serves as an alternative terminal.
Train Name and Number
- Train Name: Yesvantpur - Delhi Sarai Rohilla AC Duronto Express
- Train Number: 12213 (Yesvantpur to Delhi) / 12214 (Delhi to Yesvantpur)
- Departure Station:
- Yesvantpur Junction (Bengaluru)
- Delhi Termination: Delhi Sarai Rohilla (DEE)
Full Route and States
This train covers a total distance of 2374 kilometers, connecting several states from South India to North India:
- Karnataka
- Andhra Pradesh
- Telangana
- Maharashtra
- Uttar Pradesh (Jhansi)
- Delhi
Return Service: Train number 12214 runs from Sarai Rohilla to Yesvantpur.
Time and Distance
- 12213 (YPR → DEE)
- Departure: 11:40 PM (YPR)
- Arrival: 7:50 AM on the third day (DEE)
- Total Time: Approximately 32 hours 10 minutes
- 12214 (DEE → YPR)
- Departure: 10:10 PM (DEE)
- Arrival: 8:20 AM on the third day (YPR)
- Total Time: Approximately 34 hours 10 minutes
- Total Distance: 2374 km
- Average Speed: Approximately 73.8 km/hour
What is 'Duronto Express'?
Duronto Express trains are among India's fastest and most limited-stop trains. Their primary purpose is to complete long-distance journeys quickly with minimal stops. The Yesvantpur-Delhi Duronto is one of these. It's an air-conditioned (AC) only train, offering comfortable travel.
Why doesn't it stop at New Delhi and Nizamuddin stations?
To save time: The Duronto Express aims to cover maximum distance in minimum time. Stops at New Delhi and Nizamuddin would increase travel time. Sarai Rohilla station is relatively less busy and considered more suitable for operating long-distance trains. Platform congestion reduction strategy: New Delhi and Nizamuddin are already very busy stations. New trains are being connected to alternative stations like Sarai Rohilla.
