16304 Vanchinad Express
Train Information
| Train number | 16304 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Vanchinad Express |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL (TVC) |
| Departure | 17:45 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | ERNAKULAM JN (ERS) |
| Arrival | 22:55 · Day 1 |
| Total distance | 220 km |
| Journey duration | 5 hours 10 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 20 |
| Intermediate stops | 18 |
| Railway zone | Southern Railway (SR) |
| Division | Thiruvananthapuram (TVC) |
| Running days | Daily |
| Travel classes | CC, 2S, GEN |
Train 16304 Vanchinad Express is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL at 5:45 PM. It arrives at its destination, ERNAKULAM JN on Day 1 at 10:55 PM, covering a total distance of 220 km in 5 hours 10 minutes, with 18 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 16304 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 | TVC | THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL | Day 1 | Source | 17:45 | 0 km | |
| 2 | TVP | THIRUVANANTHAPURAM PETTAH | Day 1 | 17:50 | 17:51 | 1 min | 3 km |
| 3 | KZK | KAZHAKUTTAM | Day 1 | 17:59 | 18:00 | 1 min | 13 km |
| 4 | CRY | CHIRAYINKEEZH | Day 1 | 18:11 | 18:12 | 1 min | 29 km |
| 5 | KVU | KADAKAVUR | Day 1 | 18:17 | 18:18 | 1 min | 32 km |
| 6 | VAK | VARKALA | Day 1 | 18:30 | 18:31 | 1 min | 41 km |
| 7 | PVU | PARAVUR | Day 1 | 18:42 | 18:43 | 1 min | 52 km |
| 8 | QLN | KOLLAM JN | Day 1 | 18:58 | 19:00 | 2 min | 64 km |
| 9 | STKT | SASTHANKOTTA | Day 1 | 19:19 | 19:20 | 1 min | 84 km |
| 10 | KPY | KARUNAGAPPALLI | Day 1 | 19:29 | 19:30 | 1 min | 92 km |
| 11 | KYJ | KAYANKULAM JN | Day 1 | 19:53 | 19:55 | 2 min | 105 km |
| 12 | MVLK | MAVELIKARA | Day 1 | 20:04 | 20:05 | 1 min | 113 km |
| 13 | CNGR | CHENGANNUR | Day 1 | 20:17 | 20:18 | 1 min | 126 km |
| 14 | TRVL | TIRUVALLA | Day 1 | 20:27 | 20:28 | 1 min | 135 km |
| 15 | CGY | CHANGANASSERI | Day 1 | 20:36 | 20:37 | 1 min | 143 km |
| 16 | KTYM | KOTTAYAM | Day 1 | 21:07 | 21:09 | 2 min | 160 km |
| 17 | PVRD | PIRAVAM ROAD | Day 1 | 21:38 | 21:39 | 1 min | 191 km |
| 18 | MNTT | MULANTURUTTI | Day 1 | 21:52 | 21:53 | 1 min | 203 km |
| 19 | TRTR | TRIPUNITTURA | Day 1 | 22:09 | 22:10 | 1 min | 210 km |
| 20 | ERS | ERNAKULAM JN | Day 1 | 22:55 | Destination | 220 km |
Train 16304 Vanchinad Express starts its journey from THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL and terminates at ERNAKULAM JN. The scheduled station sequence is: THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM PETTAH, KAZHAKUTTAM, CHIRAYINKEEZH, KADAKAVUR, VARKALA, PARAVUR, KOLLAM JN, SASTHANKOTTA, KARUNAGAPPALLI, KAYANKULAM JN, MAVELIKARA, CHENGANNUR, TIRUVALLA, CHANGANASSERI, KOTTAYAM, PIRAVAM ROAD, MULANTURUTTI, TRIPUNITTURA, ERNAKULAM JN.
Coach Position and Composition
16304 Vanchinad Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01SLRD
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04GEN
- Position 05C1
- Position 06D1
- Position 07GEN
- Position 08GEN
- Position 09GEN
- Position 10LDS
- Position 11GEN
- Position 12GEN
- Position 13GEN
- Position 14GEN
- Position 15GEN
- Position 16GEN
- Position 17GEN
- Position 18GEN
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20GEN
- Position 21SLRD
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | SLRD |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | GEN |
| 05 | C1 |
| 06 | D1 |
| 07 | GEN |
| 08 | GEN |
| 09 | GEN |
| 10 | LDS |
| 11 | GEN |
| 12 | GEN |
| 13 | GEN |
| 14 | GEN |
| 15 | GEN |
| 16 | GEN |
| 17 | GEN |
| 18 | GEN |
| 19 | GEN |
| 20 | GEN |
| 21 | SLRD |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 16304 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 16304 Vanchinad Express departs from THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL at 5:45 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 16304 Vanchinad Express terminates at ERNAKULAM JN (ERS).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 16304 Vanchinad Express has the following coach composition: ENG-SLRD-GEN-GEN-GEN-C1-D1-GEN-GEN-GEN-LDS-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 16304 Vanchinad Express covers a total distance of 220 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 16304 Vanchinad Express operates on Daily.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 16304 Vanchinad Express has 18 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 16304 Vanchinad Express offers the following travel classes: CC, 2S, GEN.