Key information regarding official stoppage timings, platform numbers, distance markers, and scheduled halt durations.
Enter any 5-digit train number (or train name) in the search box above. MyLiveTrain displays the official Indian Railways timetable showing every scheduled station halt, exact arrival and departure times in clear 12-hour AM/PM format, stoppage duration in minutes, cumulative distance from origin, and platform numbers.
The train timetable is the permanent scheduled operating time published by Indian Railways. In contrast, Live Running Status shows where the train is physically located right now, its current speed, and any live delays caused by signal holds or track maintenance.
Yes, MyLiveTrain identifies both commercial stops (where passengers can board or deboard) and pass-through non-halt stations. Non-halt stations are indicated with a special "Pass Through" tag to give you a complete picture of the journey route.
Click the "Check Seats" or "Seat Availability" button at the top of the schedule. MyLiveTrain provides multi-day calendar availability grids with RAC and waitlist confirmation chances across 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, CC, and EC coaches.
Indian Railways Train Timetable & Stoppage Schedule Guide
Understanding railway timetables is essential for planning long-distance and intercity journeys across the extensive 68,000+ kilometer Indian Railways network. Whether traveling on premier high-speed trains like Vande Bharat Express, Rajdhani Express, Shatabdi Express, or regular Mail & Superfast services, MyLiveTrain offers an intuitive, easy-to-read schedule with 12-hour AM/PM timing clarity.
Travel Planning Tip: For connecting journeys at major interchange junctions, always account for a minimum 60 to 90-minute buffer window between your scheduled arrival and subsequent connecting train departure.
Commercial Halts vs. Operational Stops
Not every station a train pauses at is a commercial booking stop. Indian Railways classifies stations into:
Commercial Halts: Authorized stations where passenger tickets can be booked, luggage loaded, and boarding/deboarding is permitted. Scheduled halt times range from 2 minutes to 25 minutes depending on station category.
Technical / Operational Halts: Stops scheduled strictly for crew changes, locomotive reversal, watering of coach tanks, or engine inspection where passenger ticket sales are not enabled.
Platform Allocations & Day Count Markers
Long-distance trains crossing multiple states often run over 2, 3, or even 4 calendar days (e.g. Vivek Express, Himsagar Express). The "Day" column indicates the relative journey day (Day 1, Day 2, Day 3) starting from the train's departure date at its origin station. Platform numbers indicate the expected arriving track, helping you position your luggage and family conveniently.
