12137 - The Punjab Mail

The Punjab Mail 12137 operates between Mumbai and Firozpur. The train was initially called The Punjab Limited. It later acquired its name ‘The Punjab Mail’ because it started commencing and terminating its journey at Mumbai’s Chattrapati Shivaji Terminus (Victoria Terminus). The train was given its name because it used to operate on fixed mail days and carry postal goods and letters.

The Punjab Mail is a superfast express train that operates on the Central railway zone of the Indian Railways. This train operates daily and is one of two daily trains which connect Firozpur and Mumbai. The other train is the Firozpur Janata Express.

History

The Punjab Limited made its inaugural run on June 1st, 1912, from Ballard Pier Mole in Bombay to Peshawar. Its purpose was to transport British officers, civil servants and their families from their ships in Bombay to Delhi and towards the Northwest frontier of British India. Beginning in 1914, the starting station of the Punjab Mail was changed to Victoria Terminus. After India’s partition in 1947, the train’s terminus was changed to Firozpur, located on the Indian-Pakistani border. This train route is 104 years old!

Timing and Distance

The total distance covered by Punjab Mail is 1930 kms and it completes the journey in roughly 34 hours and 10 minutes. The train begins its journey at Mumbai’s Chattrapati Shivaji Terminus at 19:40 PM hours and reaches Firozpur Cantonment at 5:50 AM.

Stations/Halts of Interest

On board the Punjab Mail, travelers will pass through many of India’s scenic, religious and historical cities. During the journey, there are 54 stations along this route. Some of the popular stations are:

• Nasik Road
• Bhusaval Junction
• Bhopal Junction
• Gwalior
• Agra Cantt
• Mathura Junction
• Kosi Kalan
• Faridabad
• New Delhi
• Rohtak Junction
• Bhatinda Junction
• Faridkot

Average Ticket Price

The average fares for booking a ticket on this train are:

• First AC approximately INR 4,855
• Second AC around INR 2,815
• Third AC roughly INR 1,925
• Sleeper Coach approximately INR 730

Tatkal fares on this train are:

• First AC approximately INR 4,855
• Second AC around INR 3,355
• Third AC approximately INR 2,345
• Sleeper Coach roughly INR 930

Facilities Onboard

To ensure comfort for the traveler, the train offers various facilities such as a pantry car, onboard catering, sheets, pillows, blankets, charging points and bottle holders. Generally, the train and toilets are neat and tidy on this train.

To ensure a comfortable and hassle-free journey, it is recommended that tickets be booked in advance for this route. Download the Cleartrip app to make your booking on the Punjab Mail today!