The 12497 / 98 New Delhi–Amritsar Shan-e-Punjab Express has 3 AC Chair Car, 13 2nd Class seating, 2 Unreserved/General and 2 EOG Coaches.

As is customary with most train services in India, coach composition may be amended at the discretion of Indian Railways depending on demand.

The 12497 / 98 New Delhi–Amritsar Shan-e-Punjab Express covers the distance of 448 km (278 mi) in 7 hours 40 mins (58.43 km/h) in both directions.

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

As the route is fully electrified, a Ghaziabad-based WAP-7 locomotive powers the train for its entire journey.