12642 Thirukkural SF Express
Train Information
| Train number | 12642 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Thirukkural SF Express |
| Train type | SUPERFAST |
| Source station | HAZRAT NIZAMUDDIN JN (NZM) |
| Departure | 05:20 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | KANNIYAKUMARI (CAPE) |
| Arrival | 04:05 · Day 3 |
| Total distance | 2,919 km |
| Journey duration | 46 hours 45 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 23 |
| Intermediate stops | 21 |
| Railway zone | Northern Railway (NR) |
| Division | Delhi (DLI) |
| Running days | Monday, Saturday |
| Travel classes | 2A, 3A, SL, GEN |
Train 12642 Thirukkural SF Express is a SUPERFAST type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from HAZRAT NIZAMUDDIN JN at 5:20 AM. It arrives at its destination, KANNIYAKUMARI on Day 3 at 4:05 AM, covering a total distance of 2,919 km in 46 hours 45 minutes, with 21 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 12642 Thirukkural SF Express runs on Monday, Saturday and offers travel classes 2A, 3A, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Delhi division of the Northern Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Train Route and Timetable
| Stop | Station code | Station name | Journey day | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NZM | HAZRAT NIZAMUDDIN JN | Day 1 | Source | 05:20 | 0 km | |
| 2 | AGC | AGRA CANTT JN | Day 1 | 08:00 | 08:05 | 5 min | 187 km |
| 3 | VGLJ | VIRANGANA LAKSHMIBAI JHANSI JN | Day 1 | 11:25 | 11:33 | 8 min | 404 km |
| 4 | BPL | BHOPAL JN | Day 1 | 15:30 | 15:40 | 10 min | 693 km |
| 5 | ET | ITARSI JN | Day 1 | 17:25 | 17:30 | 5 min | 785 km |
| 6 | BZU | BETUL | Day 1 | 19:33 | 19:35 | 2 min | 892 km |
| 7 | NGP | NAGPUR JN | Day 1 | 22:20 | 22:25 | 5 min | 1,080 km |
| 8 | BPQ | BALHARSHAH | Day 2 | 01:45 | 01:50 | 5 min | 1,289 km |
| 9 | BZA | VIJAYAWADA JN | Day 2 | 08:25 | 08:35 | 10 min | 1,743 km |
| 10 | GDR | GUDUR JN | Day 2 | 13:03 | 13:05 | 2 min | 2,036 km |
| 11 | MS | CHENNAI EGMORE | Day 2 | 15:55 | 16:10 | 15 min | 2,177 km |
| 12 | TBM | TAMBARAM | Day 2 | 16:35 | 16:37 | 2 min | 2,202 km |
| 13 | CGL | CHENGALPATTU JN | Day 2 | 17:03 | 17:05 | 2 min | 2,233 km |
| 14 | VM | VILLUPURAM JN | Day 2 | 18:53 | 18:55 | 2 min | 2,336 km |
| 15 | VRI | VRIDDHACHALAM JN | Day 2 | 19:36 | 19:38 | 2 min | 2,390 km |
| 16 | TPJ | TIRUCHCHIRAPPALLI JN. | Day 2 | 21:25 | 21:30 | 5 min | 2,513 km |
| 17 | DG | DINDIGUL JN | Day 2 | 22:30 | 22:35 | 5 min | 2,606 km |
| 18 | MDU | MADURAI JN | Day 2 | 23:45 | 23:50 | 5 min | 2,673 km |
| 19 | VPT | VIRUDUNAGAR JN | Day 3 | 00:23 | 00:25 | 2 min | 2,717 km |
| 20 | SRT | SATUR | Day 3 | 00:43 | 00:45 | 2 min | 2,743 km |
| 21 | TEN | TIRUNELVELI JN | Day 3 | 02:10 | 02:15 | 5 min | 2,830 km |
| 22 | NCJ | NAGERCOIL JN | Day 3 | 03:20 | 03:23 | 3 min | 2,903 km |
| 23 | CAPE | KANNIYAKUMARI | Day 3 | 04:05 | Destination | 2,919 km |
Train 12642 Thirukkural SF Express starts its journey from HAZRAT NIZAMUDDIN JN and terminates at KANNIYAKUMARI. The scheduled station sequence is: HAZRAT NIZAMUDDIN JN, AGRA CANTT JN, VIRANGANA LAKSHMIBAI JHANSI JN, BHOPAL JN, ITARSI JN, BETUL, NAGPUR JN, BALHARSHAH, VIJAYAWADA JN, GUDUR JN, CHENNAI EGMORE, TAMBARAM, CHENGALPATTU JN, VILLUPURAM JN, VRIDDHACHALAM JN, TIRUCHCHIRAPPALLI JN., DINDIGUL JN, MADURAI JN, VIRUDUNAGAR JN, SATUR, TIRUNELVELI JN, NAGERCOIL JN, KANNIYAKUMARI.
Coach Position and Composition
12642 Thirukkural SF Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01EOG
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04S1
- Position 05S2
- Position 06S3
- Position 07S4
- Position 08S5
- Position 09PC
- Position 10S6
- Position 11S7
- Position 12B1
- Position 13B2
- Position 14B3
- Position 15B4
- Position 16B5
- Position 17A1
- Position 18GEN
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20EOG
- Position 21VP
- Position 22VP
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | EOG |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | S1 |
| 05 | S2 |
| 06 | S3 |
| 07 | S4 |
| 08 | S5 |
| 09 | PC |
| 10 | S6 |
| 11 | S7 |
| 12 | B1 |
| 13 | B2 |
| 14 | B3 |
| 15 | B4 |
| 16 | B5 |
| 17 | A1 |
| 18 | GEN |
| 19 | GEN |
| 20 | EOG |
| 21 | VP |
| 22 | VP |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 12642 Thirukkural SF Express in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| 2AAC 2 Tier |
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| 3AAC 3 Tier |
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| SLSleeper |
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| GNGeneral |
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Actual booking prices may vary depending on the date of journey, availability, quota, applicable charges and railway updates. Verify the current fare through official Indian Railways booking channels before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does this train depart from its originating station?
Train 12642 Thirukkural SF Express departs from HAZRAT NIZAMUDDIN JN at 5:20 AM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 12642 Thirukkural SF Express terminates at KANNIYAKUMARI (CAPE).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 12642 Thirukkural SF Express has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-GEN-GEN-S1-S2-S3-S4-S5-PC-S6-S7-B1-B2-B3-B4-B5-A1-GEN-GEN-EOG-VP-VP.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 12642 Thirukkural SF Express covers a total distance of 2,919 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 12642 Thirukkural SF Express operates on Monday, Saturday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 12642 Thirukkural SF Express has 21 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 12642 Thirukkural SF Express offers the following travel classes: 2A, 3A, SL, GEN.