16303 Vanchinad Express
Train Information
| Train number | 16303 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Vanchinad Express |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | ERNAKULAM JN (ERS) |
| Departure | 05:10 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL (TVC) |
| Arrival | 10:00 · Day 1 |
| Total distance | 220 km |
| Journey duration | 4 hours 50 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 20 |
| Intermediate stops | 18 |
| Railway zone | Southern Railway (SR) |
| Division | Thiruvananthapuram (TVC) |
| Running days | Daily |
| Travel classes | CC, 2S, GEN |
Train 16303 Vanchinad Express is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from ERNAKULAM JN at 5:10 AM. It arrives at its destination, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL on Day 1 at 10:00 AM, covering a total distance of 220 km in 4 hours 50 minutes, with 18 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 16303 Vanchinad Express runs on Daily and offers travel classes CC, 2S, GEN. The train is operated by the Thiruvananthapuram 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 | ERS | ERNAKULAM JN | Day 1 | Source | 05:10 | 0 km | |
| 2 | TRTR | TRIPUNITTURA | Day 1 | 05:26 | 05:27 | 1 min | 10 km |
| 3 | MNTT | MULANTURUTTI | Day 1 | 05:37 | 05:38 | 1 min | 17 km |
| 4 | PVRD | PIRAVAM ROAD | Day 1 | 05:50 | 05:51 | 1 min | 29 km |
| 5 | KTYM | KOTTAYAM | Day 1 | 06:20 | 06:23 | 3 min | 60 km |
| 6 | CGY | CHANGANASSERI | Day 1 | 06:41 | 06:42 | 1 min | 77 km |
| 7 | TRVL | TIRUVALLA | Day 1 | 06:51 | 06:52 | 1 min | 85 km |
| 8 | CNGR | CHENGANNUR | Day 1 | 07:01 | 07:03 | 2 min | 94 km |
| 9 | MVLK | MAVELIKARA | Day 1 | 07:14 | 07:15 | 1 min | 107 km |
| 10 | KYJ | KAYANKULAM JN | Day 1 | 07:23 | 07:25 | 2 min | 115 km |
| 11 | KPY | KARUNAGAPPALLI | Day 1 | 07:40 | 07:41 | 1 min | 128 km |
| 12 | STKT | SASTHANKOTTA | Day 1 | 07:50 | 07:51 | 1 min | 136 km |
| 13 | QLN | KOLLAM JN | Day 1 | 08:15 | 08:18 | 3 min | 156 km |
| 14 | PVU | PARAVUR | Day 1 | 08:31 | 08:32 | 1 min | 168 km |
| 15 | VAK | VARKALA | Day 1 | 08:45 | 08:46 | 1 min | 179 km |
| 16 | KVU | KADAKAVUR | Day 1 | 08:56 | 08:57 | 1 min | 188 km |
| 17 | CRY | CHIRAYINKEEZH | Day 1 | 09:01 | 09:02 | 1 min | 191 km |
| 18 | KZK | KAZHAKUTTAM | Day 1 | 09:17 | 09:18 | 1 min | 207 km |
| 19 | TVP | THIRUVANANTHAPURAM PETTAH | Day 1 | 09:30 | 09:31 | 1 min | 217 km |
| 20 | TVC | THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL | Day 1 | 10:00 | Destination | 220 km |
Train 16303 Vanchinad Express starts its journey from ERNAKULAM JN and terminates at THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL. The scheduled station sequence is: ERNAKULAM JN, TRIPUNITTURA, MULANTURUTTI, PIRAVAM ROAD, KOTTAYAM, CHANGANASSERI, TIRUVALLA, CHENGANNUR, MAVELIKARA, KAYANKULAM JN, KARUNAGAPPALLI, SASTHANKOTTA, KOLLAM JN, PARAVUR, VARKALA, KADAKAVUR, CHIRAYINKEEZH, KAZHAKUTTAM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM PETTAH, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL.
Coach Position and Composition
16303 Vanchinad Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01SLRD
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04GEN
- Position 05GEN
- Position 06GEN
- Position 07GEN
- Position 08GEN
- Position 09GEN
- Position 10GEN
- Position 11GEN
- Position 12LDS
- Position 13GEN
- Position 14GEN
- Position 15GEN
- Position 16D1
- Position 17C1
- Position 18GEN
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20GEN
- Position 21SLRD
- Position 22OCV
- Position 23OCV
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | SLRD |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | GEN |
| 05 | GEN |
| 06 | GEN |
| 07 | GEN |
| 08 | GEN |
| 09 | GEN |
| 10 | GEN |
| 11 | GEN |
| 12 | LDS |
| 13 | GEN |
| 14 | GEN |
| 15 | GEN |
| 16 | D1 |
| 17 | C1 |
| 18 | GEN |
| 19 | GEN |
| 20 | GEN |
| 21 | SLRD |
| 22 | OCV |
| 23 | OCV |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 16303 Vanchinad 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 16303 Vanchinad Express departs from ERNAKULAM JN at 5:10 AM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 16303 Vanchinad Express terminates at THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL (TVC).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 16303 Vanchinad Express has the following coach composition: ENG-SLRD-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-LDS-GEN-GEN-GEN-D1-C1-GEN-GEN-GEN-SLRD-OCV-OCV.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 16303 Vanchinad Express covers a total distance of 220 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 16303 Vanchinad Express operates on Daily.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 16303 Vanchinad Express has 18 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 16303 Vanchinad Express offers the following travel classes: CC, 2S, GEN.