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How to Check Live Train Status (Step by Step)

How to check live train running status in India: enter your train number or station, and see real-time location, delay and platform. Free step-by-step guide on Rail 24.

Checking your live train status takes seconds on Rail 24 — no app install, no login. Here is exactly how to see where your train is right now, whether it is delayed, and which platform it will arrive on.

Method 1 — By train number

  1. Open the Rail 24 live train status tool.
  2. Type your 5-digit train number (for example 12951).
  3. See the current station, delay vs schedule, and live map position instantly.

Method 2 — By station

  1. Open the station directory and pick your station.
  2. View the live board of arrivals and departures for that station today.
  3. Tap any train for its full running status and route timeline.

What live train status shows you

  • Current location — where the train is right now on the map.
  • Delay — how many minutes late or on time, updated live.
  • Platform — expected platform number at upcoming halts.
  • ETA — expected arrival at your station.
Train Status
Northbound / Running
Southbound / Other
On Time
Delayed
Heavily Delayed
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Train Information

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Travel Time
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Avg Speed
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Total Halts
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Zone
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Return / Type
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Coach Composition

Swipe horizontally to view all coaches

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Find Trains Between Stations

Search and find all trains running between any two stations in India. Check train timings, running days, live status, platform numbers, and availability.

Train Information

Live Station Status

Check Train Availability & Fare

Check seat availability, fare details, and booking status for any train. Get real-time availability for multiple dates.

Reservation Chart

View train composition and berth availability by coach. Select train number, journey date, and boarding station to see the reservation chart.

Chart will load automatically when train number and date are entered

PNR Status Check

Enter your 10-digit PNR number to check ticket status, seat details, and passenger information.

Instant Train Fare & Refund Calculator

Calculate IRCTC ticket cancellation charges and refund amount instantly. Select class, ticket status, fare, and departure remaining time.

> 48 hours 12 - 48 hours 4 - 12 hours < 4 hours Departed
More than 48 hours remaining before scheduled departure.
Refund Amount
₹530
Will be credited to your account
Cancellation Deduction
₹120
Flat charges for class

Calculation Breakdown

Original Fare Paid: ₹650
Deduction Applied: - ₹120
Estimated Refund: ₹530
IRCTC Rule Applied:

For confirmed tickets cancelled more than 48 hours before scheduled train departure, a flat cancellation fee is deducted depending on the travel class.

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