The 12040 / 12039 New Delhi–Kathgodam Shatabdi Express is an Indian train of the Shatabdi Express category belonging to Northern Railway zone that runs between New Delhi and Kathgodam, the nearest rail-head to many tourist destinations in Uttarakhand like Nainital, Ranikhet etc.

As the need of a fast, air conditioned train to Haldwani, Lalkuan and Kathgodam was raised by several political leaders and citizens, Northern Railways decided to run an "AC Superfast" special service on temporary basis in late 2011.

The train used to run on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays from both ends and on a time-table similar to today's Shatabdi Express.

Being a Shatabdi class train, it returns to its originating station New Delhi at the end of the day.

The change in terminal will hugely benefit tourists as the New Delhi railway station is connected to the Airport Express (Orange Line) of Delhi Metro and is also closer to the Main Bazar in Paharganj, a popular destination for tourists.