The 12210 / 09 Kathgodam Kanpur Central Garib Rath Express is a Superfast Express train of the Garib Rath series belonging to Indian Railways - Northern Railway zone that runs between Kathgodam and Kanpur Central in India.

The 12210 / 09 Kathgodam Kanpur Central Garib Rath Express has 13 AC 3 tier & 2 EOG Coaches.

[3] As is customary with most train services in India, Coach Composition may be amended at the discretion of Indian Railways depending on demand.

Despite the average speed of the train being below 55 km/h (34 mph), as per Indian Railways rules, its fare includes a Superfast surcharge.

As large sections of the route are yet to be fully electrified, a Ludhiana based WDM 3A or WDP-4D locomotive powers the train for its entire journey.