12842 Coromandel Express
Train Information
| Train number | 12842 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Coromandel Express |
| Train type | SUPERFAST |
| Source station | PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL (MAS) |
| Departure | 07:00 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | HOWRAH JN (HWH) |
| Arrival | 11:00 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 1,659 km |
| Journey duration | 28 hours |
| Scheduled stations | 17 |
| Intermediate stops | 15 |
| Railway zone | Southern Railway (SR) |
| Division | Chennai (MAS) |
| Running days | Daily |
| Travel classes | 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN |
Train 12842 Coromandel Express is a SUPERFAST type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL at 7:00 AM. It arrives at its destination, HOWRAH JN on Day 2 at 11:00 AM, covering a total distance of 1,659 km in 28 hours, with 15 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 12842 Coromandel Express runs on Daily and offers travel classes 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Chennai division of the Southern Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Train Route and Timetable
| Stop | Station code | Station name | Journey day | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MAS | PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL | Day 1 | Source | 07:00 | 0 km | |
| 2 | OGL | ONGOLE | Day 1 | 10:58 | 11:00 | 2 min | 290 km |
| 3 | BZA | VIJAYAWADA JN | Day 1 | 13:05 | 13:15 | 10 min | 428 km |
| 4 | EE | ELURU | Day 1 | 14:09 | 14:10 | 1 min | 488 km |
| 5 | TDD | TADEPALLIGUDEM | Day 1 | 14:49 | 14:50 | 1 min | 535 km |
| 6 | RJY | RAJAMUNDRY | Day 1 | 15:38 | 15:40 | 2 min | 577 km |
| 7 | VSKP | VISAKHAPATNAM | Day 1 | 19:25 | 19:45 | 20 min | 778 km |
| 8 | BAM | BRAHMAPUR | Day 1 | 23:48 | 23:50 | 2 min | 1,055 km |
| 9 | KUR | KHURDA ROAD JN | Day 2 | 01:20 | 01:30 | 10 min | 1,202 km |
| 10 | BBS | BHUBANESWAR | Day 2 | 01:55 | 02:00 | 5 min | 1,221 km |
| 11 | CTC | CUTTACK | Day 2 | 02:30 | 02:35 | 5 min | 1,248 km |
| 12 | JJKR | JAJPUR K ROAD | Day 2 | 03:23 | 03:25 | 2 min | 1,320 km |
| 13 | BHC | BHADRAKH | Day 2 | 05:10 | 05:12 | 2 min | 1,364 km |
| 14 | BLS | BALASORE | Day 2 | 05:48 | 05:53 | 5 min | 1,423 km |
| 15 | KGP | KHARAGPUR JN | Day 2 | 07:35 | 07:40 | 5 min | 1,543 km |
| 16 | SRC | SANTRAGACHI JN | Day 2 | 09:48 | 09:50 | 2 min | 1,652 km |
| 17 | HWH | HOWRAH JN | Day 2 | 11:00 | Destination | 1,659 km |
Train 12842 Coromandel Express starts its journey from PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL and terminates at HOWRAH JN. The scheduled station sequence is: PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL, ONGOLE, VIJAYAWADA JN, ELURU, TADEPALLIGUDEM, RAJAMUNDRY, VISAKHAPATNAM, BRAHMAPUR, KHURDA ROAD JN, BHUBANESWAR, CUTTACK, JAJPUR K ROAD, BHADRAKH, BALASORE, KHARAGPUR JN, SANTRAGACHI JN, HOWRAH JN.
Coach Position and Composition
12842 Coromandel Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01VP
- Position 02EOG
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04GEN
- Position 05H1
- Position 06A1
- Position 07A2
- Position 08B1
- Position 09B2
- Position 10B3
- Position 11B4
- Position 12M1
- Position 13M2
- Position 14PC
- Position 15S1
- Position 16S2
- Position 17S3
- Position 18S4
- Position 19S5
- Position 20S6
- Position 21GEN
- Position 22GEN
- Position 23SLRD
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | VP |
| 02 | EOG |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | GEN |
| 05 | H1 |
| 06 | A1 |
| 07 | A2 |
| 08 | B1 |
| 09 | B2 |
| 10 | B3 |
| 11 | B4 |
| 12 | M1 |
| 13 | M2 |
| 14 | PC |
| 15 | S1 |
| 16 | S2 |
| 17 | S3 |
| 18 | S4 |
| 19 | S5 |
| 20 | S6 |
| 21 | GEN |
| 22 | GEN |
| 23 | SLRD |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 12842 Coromandel Express in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| 1AFirst AC |
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| 2AAC 2 Tier |
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| 3AAC 3 Tier |
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| 3EAC 3 Economy |
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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 12842 Coromandel Express departs from PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL at 7:00 AM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 12842 Coromandel Express terminates at HOWRAH JN (HWH).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 12842 Coromandel Express has the following coach composition: ENG-VP-EOG-GEN-GEN-H1-A1-A2-B1-B2-B3-B4-M1-M2-PC-S1-S2-S3-S4-S5-S6-GEN-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 12842 Coromandel Express covers a total distance of 1,659 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 12842 Coromandel Express operates on Daily.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 12842 Coromandel Express has 15 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 12842 Coromandel Express offers the following travel classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN.