12718 Ratnachal SF Express
Train Information
| Train number | 12718 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Ratnachal SF Express |
| Train type | SUPERFAST |
| Source station | VIJAYAWADA JN (BZA) |
| Departure | 06:00 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | VISAKHAPATNAM (VSKP) |
| Arrival | 12:20 · Day 1 |
| Total distance | 350 km |
| Journey duration | 6 hours 20 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 13 |
| Intermediate stops | 11 |
| Railway zone | South Coast Railway (SCOR) |
| Division | Vijayawada (BZA) |
| Running days | Daily |
| Travel classes | CC, GEN |
Train 12718 Ratnachal SF Express is a SUPERFAST type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from VIJAYAWADA JN at 6:00 AM. It arrives at its destination, VISAKHAPATNAM on Day 1 at 12:20 PM, covering a total distance of 350 km in 6 hours 20 minutes, with 11 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 12718 Ratnachal SF Express runs on Daily and offers travel classes CC, GEN. The train is operated by the Vijayawada division of the South Coast Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Train Route and Timetable
| Stop | Station code | Station name | Journey day | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BZA | VIJAYAWADA JN | Day 1 | Source | 06:00 | 0 km | |
| 2 | NZD | NUZVID | Day 1 | 06:29 | 06:30 | 1 min | 41 km |
| 3 | EE | ELURU | Day 1 | 06:48 | 06:50 | 2 min | 60 km |
| 4 | TDD | TADEPALLIGUDEM | Day 1 | 07:18 | 07:20 | 2 min | 107 km |
| 5 | NDD | NIDADAVOLU JN | Day 1 | 07:33 | 07:35 | 2 min | 127 km |
| 6 | RJY | RAJAMUNDRY | Day 1 | 08:03 | 08:05 | 2 min | 149 km |
| 7 | APT | ANAPARTI | Day 1 | 08:33 | 08:35 | 2 min | 173 km |
| 8 | SLO | SAMALKOT JN | Day 1 | 09:03 | 09:05 | 2 min | 200 km |
| 9 | ANV | ANNAVARAM | Day 1 | 09:38 | 09:40 | 2 min | 236 km |
| 10 | TUNI | TUNI | Day 1 | 09:58 | 10:00 | 2 min | 253 km |
| 11 | AKP | ANAKAPALLE | Day 1 | 10:53 | 10:55 | 2 min | 317 km |
| 12 | DVD | DUVVADA | Day 1 | 11:35 | 11:37 | 2 min | 333 km |
| 13 | VSKP | VISAKHAPATNAM | Day 1 | 12:20 | Destination | 350 km |
Train 12718 Ratnachal SF Express starts its journey from VIJAYAWADA JN and terminates at VISAKHAPATNAM. The scheduled station sequence is: VIJAYAWADA JN, NUZVID, ELURU, TADEPALLIGUDEM, NIDADAVOLU JN, RAJAMUNDRY, ANAPARTI, SAMALKOT JN, ANNAVARAM, TUNI, ANAKAPALLE, DUVVADA, VISAKHAPATNAM.
Coach Position and Composition
12718 Ratnachal SF Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01SLRD
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04GEN
- Position 05GEN
- Position 06D1
- Position 07D2
- Position 08D3
- Position 09D4
- Position 10D5
- Position 11PC
- Position 12D6
- Position 13D7
- Position 14D8
- Position 15C1
- Position 16C2
- Position 17C3
- Position 18GEN
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20GEN
- Position 21GEN
- Position 22EOG
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | SLRD |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | GEN |
| 05 | GEN |
| 06 | D1 |
| 07 | D2 |
| 08 | D3 |
| 09 | D4 |
| 10 | D5 |
| 11 | PC |
| 12 | D6 |
| 13 | D7 |
| 14 | D8 |
| 15 | C1 |
| 16 | C2 |
| 17 | C3 |
| 18 | GEN |
| 19 | GEN |
| 20 | GEN |
| 21 | GEN |
| 22 | EOG |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 12718 Ratnachal SF Express in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| GNGeneral |
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| 2S |
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| CC |
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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 12718 Ratnachal SF Express departs from VIJAYAWADA JN at 6:00 AM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 12718 Ratnachal SF Express terminates at VISAKHAPATNAM (VSKP).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 12718 Ratnachal SF Express has the following coach composition: ENG-SLRD-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-D1-D2-D3-D4-D5-PC-D6-D7-D8-C1-C2-C3-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-EOG.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 12718 Ratnachal SF Express covers a total distance of 350 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 12718 Ratnachal SF Express operates on Daily.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 12718 Ratnachal SF Express has 11 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 12718 Ratnachal SF Express offers the following travel classes: CC, GEN.