How to send luggage by train from NJP to Palakkad in India? [closed]

I would like to know the procedures to book luggage from NJP (New Jalpaiguri Junction Station) to Palakkad. I am not traveling with my luggage.

Can someone tell me the complete procedure of booking luggage?

Best Answer

The Indian Railway Parcel Website helps you to book your luggage online, if you are not travelling onboard

There are two ways you can do this :

Parcel booking & Luggage booking

Parcel booking :

Parcel booking can be done by going to your nearest station and filling a parcel form and you leave your goods there and you can expect it to reach your destination within 5 to 7 days. Please carry some identity proof for parcel filling.
To receive your goods you/someone else have to go to the destination railways station and present your receipt (which can be delivered at the destination by post).
You wont be traveling on the same train and it costs a bit extra as compared to luggage booking.
Another important thing to note is parcel bookings can only be done during office hours on working days.
Just go to the Parcel Booking and you can do the needful as per the instructions provided.

Note: The charges for railway parcel is very low but they charge more for stuffs like bike. It's better to send bulkier items as the handling of your item is very poorly done.

Other Means

India Post Logistics Post Service: They will deliver it to doorstep and it takes 3-4 days. There are flat charges for items up to 50 kg.

Buses : You can also find some buses going from A to B and ask them to carry and they will carry and charge some money.

Professional Courier companies : Costly but reliable and timely.

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Can I parcel luggage in train?

A. In trains passengers can carry their luggage. However, if you want you can be there in the luggage office 30 minutes in advance and get the necessary permission. If one is carrying luggage more than 100 kgs then he or she has to pay a hefty amount of surcharge.

How much does it cost to send luggage in train?

The minimum charge for luggage is Rs. 30. As per instructions, there is no restriction on carriage of luggage in brake van of passenger trains as far as quantity and type (personal or merchandise) of luggage offered for booking is concerned .

Can we submit our luggage at railway station?

This passenger amenity ensures safe custody of your luggage, giving you the freedom to spend a day or two as you desire....Cloak Room and Locker Charges in Indian Railway : Tariff.Cloak RoomLockerFirst 24 hrs or part thereof\u20b9 15/- per package\u20b9 20/-For each subsequent 24 hrs or part thereof\u20b9 20/- per package\u20b9 30/-

Can we parcel luggage in train online?

You have to fillout parcel/luggage booking form from Indian Railway portal. You can book your parcel online as well. After completing necessary formalities & payment which is normal in charges & as per weight & delicacy of the goods it depends & mentioned by Indian Railway.

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