It operates as train number 13009 from Howrah Junction to Yog Nagari Rishikesh and as train number 13010 in the reverse direction, serving the states of West Bengal, Jharkhand, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh & Uttarakhand.
As is customary with most train services in India, coach composition may be amended at the discretion of Indian Railways depending on demand.
As the average speed of the train is below 55 km/h, as per Indian Railways rules, its fare does not include a Superfast surcharge.
As the route is now fully electrified, it is hauled by a DDU Loco Shed based WAP-4 from Howrah to Yog Nagari Rishikesh and vice versa.
[1] On 28 April 2014, the Doon Express derailed close to Zafarganj station near Ambedkar Nagar in Uttar Pradesh killing 3 and injuring 6 people.