11077 - Jhelum Express

The Jhelum Express is an express train that operates on the Central Zone of the Indian Railways on a daily basis. It connects the cultural capital of Maharashtra, Pune, to the Jammu Tawi in Northern India.

It is a strategically important train because it provides a route of connection for the Southern Command Headquarters of the Indian Army, Pune, to a border city.

History

The Jhelum Express took its maiden voyage on January 1, 1977, from Pune. It was the first train to connect the nation’s capital city, New Delhi, to Pune. The train route was initially started for army purposes. The Jhelum Express is named after the Jhelum River, which is an important river located in Jammu and Kashmir.

Timing and Distance

The Jhelum Express train 11077 leaves Pune at 17:20 PM and arrives in Jammu Tawi at 10:05 AM on the third day. The train covers a distance of 2,176 kms at in 51 hours and 10 minutes.

Travelers will enjoy taking a ride through India’s states, particularly Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, Delhi NCR and Punjab.

Stations/Halts of Interest

The Jhelum Express 11077 makes 65 halts. Some of its important stations of interest are:

• Ahmadnagar
• Manmad
• Jalgaon
• Bhopal
• Jhansi
• Gwalior
• Agra Cantt
• Mathura
• New Delhi
• Kurukshetra
• Ambala City
• Ludhiana
• Pathankot Cantt

Average Ticket Price

The average prices of tickets on this train are:

• Second AC approximately INR 2,930
• Third AC around INR 1,980
• Sleeper Coach roughly INR 745

Tatkal fares for the tickets on this train are:

• Second AC approximately INR 3,450
• Third AC around INR 2,400
• Sleeper Coach roughly INR 945

Facilities Onboard

To provide passengers with a comfortable journey, the train provides services such as a pantry car and on-board catering. For comfortable sleep, travelers are provided with the pillows, blankets and sheets.

Important Passenger Information

The availability of tickets on the Jhelum Express is limited during the months of April to September, as Jammu Tawi attracts a large number of visitors due to its beautiful weather. Also, during the Navratri festival, the rush between New Delhi to Jammu Tawi station is high because it is one of the closet railway stations to the holy city of Katra.

Download the Cleartrip app today and reserve your seat on the Jhelum Express. It is best to book the ticket at least 45 to 60 days in advance to avoid hassles.