12868 Puducherry - Howrah SF Express
Train Information
| Train number | 12868 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Puducherry - Howrah SF Express |
| Train type | SUPERFAST |
| Source station | PONDICHERRY (PDY) |
| Departure | 14:15 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | SHALIMAR (SHM) |
| Arrival | 23:15 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 1,916 km |
| Journey duration | 33 hours |
| Scheduled stations | 18 |
| Intermediate stops | 16 |
| Railway zone | Southern Railway (SR) |
| Division | Tiruchchirappalli (TPJ) |
| Running days | Wednesday |
| Travel classes | 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN |
Train 12868 Puducherry - Howrah SF Express is a SUPERFAST type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from PONDICHERRY at 2:15 PM. It arrives at its destination, SHALIMAR on Day 2 at 11:15 PM, covering a total distance of 1,916 km in 33 hours, with 16 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 12868 Puducherry - Howrah SF Express runs on Wednesday and offers travel classes 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Tiruchchirappalli 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 | PDY | PONDICHERRY | Day 1 | Source | 14:15 | 0 km | |
| 2 | VM | VILLUPURAM JN | Day 1 | 14:55 | 15:00 | 5 min | 38 km |
| 3 | TNM | TIRUVANNAMALAI | Day 1 | 15:56 | 15:58 | 2 min | 105 km |
| 4 | VLR | VELLORE CANTONMENT | Day 1 | 17:23 | 17:25 | 2 min | 188 km |
| 5 | KPD | KATPADI JN | Day 1 | 17:45 | 17:50 | 5 min | 197 km |
| 6 | TPTY | TIRUPATI | Day 1 | 19:30 | 19:35 | 5 min | 301 km |
| 7 | RU | RENIGUNTA JN | Day 1 | 19:55 | 20:05 | 10 min | 311 km |
| 8 | NLR | NELLORE | Day 1 | 21:48 | 21:50 | 2 min | 432 km |
| 9 | BZA | VIJAYAWADA JN | Day 2 | 02:20 | 02:30 | 10 min | 687 km |
| 10 | RJY | RAJAMUNDRY | Day 2 | 04:58 | 05:00 | 2 min | 836 km |
| 11 | DVD | DUVVADA | Day 2 | 07:48 | 07:50 | 2 min | 1,020 km |
| 12 | VSKP | VISAKHAPATNAM | Day 2 | 08:25 | 08:45 | 20 min | 1,037 km |
| 13 | VZM | VIZIANAGRAM JN | Day 2 | 09:38 | 09:40 | 2 min | 1,098 km |
| 14 | KUR | KHURDA ROAD JN | Day 2 | 14:40 | 15:00 | 20 min | 1,461 km |
| 15 | BBS | BHUBANESWAR | Day 2 | 15:20 | 15:25 | 5 min | 1,480 km |
| 16 | BLS | BALASORE | Day 2 | 19:14 | 19:16 | 2 min | 1,681 km |
| 17 | KGP | KHARAGPUR JN | Day 2 | 20:58 | 21:03 | 5 min | 1,802 km |
| 18 | SHM | SHALIMAR | Day 2 | 23:15 | Destination | 1,916 km |
Train 12868 Puducherry - Howrah SF Express starts its journey from PONDICHERRY and terminates at SHALIMAR. The scheduled station sequence is: PONDICHERRY, VILLUPURAM JN, TIRUVANNAMALAI, VELLORE CANTONMENT, KATPADI JN, TIRUPATI, RENIGUNTA JN, NELLORE, VIJAYAWADA JN, RAJAMUNDRY, DUVVADA, VISAKHAPATNAM, VIZIANAGRAM JN, KHURDA ROAD JN, BHUBANESWAR, BALASORE, KHARAGPUR JN, SHALIMAR.
Coach Position and Composition
12868 Puducherry - Howrah SF Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01SLRD
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04S1
- Position 05S2
- Position 06S3
- Position 07S4
- Position 08S5
- Position 09S6
- Position 10PC
- Position 11M1
- Position 12M2
- Position 13B1
- Position 14B2
- Position 15B3
- Position 16B4
- Position 17A1
- Position 18A2
- Position 19H1
- Position 20GEN
- Position 21GEN
- Position 22EOG
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | SLRD |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | S1 |
| 05 | S2 |
| 06 | S3 |
| 07 | S4 |
| 08 | S5 |
| 09 | S6 |
| 10 | PC |
| 11 | M1 |
| 12 | M2 |
| 13 | B1 |
| 14 | B2 |
| 15 | B3 |
| 16 | B4 |
| 17 | A1 |
| 18 | A2 |
| 19 | H1 |
| 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 12868 Puducherry - Howrah SF 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 12868 Puducherry - Howrah SF Express departs from PONDICHERRY at 2:15 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 12868 Puducherry - Howrah SF Express terminates at SHALIMAR (SHM).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 12868 Puducherry - Howrah SF Express has the following coach composition: ENG-SLRD-GEN-GEN-S1-S2-S3-S4-S5-S6-PC-M1-M2-B1-B2-B3-B4-A1-A2-H1-GEN-GEN-EOG.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 12868 Puducherry - Howrah SF Express covers a total distance of 1,916 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 12868 Puducherry - Howrah SF Express operates on Wednesday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 12868 Puducherry - Howrah SF Express has 16 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 12868 Puducherry - Howrah SF Express offers the following travel classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN.