Ekangarsarai station code - EKR

Ekangarsarai railway station code - EKR

Ekangarsarai is listed on Indian Railways as EKR. Keep this code handy while filling the From / To fields on IRCTC, NTES, or the RailConnect app.

Passengers travelling via Ekangarsarai should use EKR on IRCTC so the correct station is selected. This code also works for live train status, PNR checks, and enquiry SMS.

How to book a train ticket for Ekangarsarai

1. Open the IRCTC website or app and start a train search.
2. Type EKR in the From or To box instead of guessing the full station name.
3. Choose your travel date. General quota opens 60 days in advance at 8:00 AM IST (journey date not counted).
4. Use the IRCTC 60 days calculator first so you know the exact morning to book.
5. If general tickets are gone, try Tatkal one day before the journey — AC at 10:00 AM and Sleeper/2S at 11:00 AM.

Train ticket booking from Ekangarsarai

Indian Railways tickets can be booked online on IRCTC or at a railway reservation counter. For Ekangarsarai (EKR), online booking is usually the fastest way to get a confirmed berth, especially on busy routes and holiday weekends.

Booking tips for Ekangarsarai (EKR)

• Complete IRCTC profile and Aadhaar authentication before opening day.
• Keep From/To saved as EKR so search is instant at 8:00 AM.
• If you miss general booking, check the Tatkal calculator for the next window.
• After booking, verify the ticket on the PNR status page.

Need the opening date for your journey from Ekangarsarai? Use the free 60 days advance booking date calculator on RailBookingDate.