Balurghat–Haldibari Intercity Express

The 15463 / 64 Balurghat – Siliguri Junction Intercity Express has ten general unreserved & two SLR (seating with luggage rake) coaches . It does not carry a pantry car coach. As is customary with most train services in India, coach composition may be amended at the discretion of Indian Railways depending on demand. ==Service==

The 15463 Balurghat – Siliguri Junction Intercity Express covers the distance of in 6 hours 55 minutes (47 km/h) & in 7 hours 45 minutes as the 15464 Siliguri Junction – Balurghat Intercity Express (41 km/h). As the average speed of the train is lower than , as per railway rules, its fare doesn't includes a Superfast surcharge. == Route and timing ==

The 15463 / 15464 Balurghat – Siliguri Junction Intercity Express runs between and via , & passing states like West Bengal & Bihar ==Traction==

As the entire route of the train is fully electrified, it is generally hauled by a high-horsepower WAP-7 electric locomotive. The locomotive is typically provided by the Siliguri Junction (SGUJ) Loco Shed. The WAP-7 class locomotive is well-suited for Intercity Express services due to its ability to haul long passenger rakes efficiently at higher speeds while ensuring smooth acceleration and reliable performance. The use of electric traction also contributes to reduced operational costs and lower environmental impact compared to diesel traction. ==Rake sharing==

The 15463/15464 Balurghat–Siliguri Junction Intercity Express shares its rake under a Rake Sharing Arrangement (RSA) with the following services. The rake cycle is maintained in the sequence shown below: 55465 → 15468 → 15464 → 55422 → 55421 → 15463 → 15467 → 55466 • 55465 – Alipurduar – Bamanhat Passenger • 15468 – Bamanhat – Siliguri Intercity Express • 15464 – Siliguri Junction – Balurghat Intercity Express • 55422 – Balurghat – Malda Town Passenger • 55421 – Malda Town – Balurghat Passenger • 15463 – Balurghat – Siliguri Junction Intercity Express • 15467 – Siliguri Junction – Bamanhat Intercity Express • 55466 – Bamanhat – Alipurduar Passenger The rake maintenance and primary examination are carried out as per the operational cycle at the designated maintenance depot. == References ==