16362 Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi)
Train Information
| Train number | 16362 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi) |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | VELLANKANNI (VLNK) |
| Departure | 18:40 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | ERNAKULAM JN (ERS) |
| Arrival | 11:50 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 689 km |
| Journey duration | 17 hours 10 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 34 |
| Intermediate stops | 32 |
| Railway zone | Southern Railway (SR) |
| Division | Tiruchchirappalli (TPJ) |
| Running days | Tuesday, Sunday |
| Travel classes | 2A, 3A, SL, GEN |
Train 16362 Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi) is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from VELLANKANNI at 6:40 PM. It arrives at its destination, ERNAKULAM JN on Day 2 at 11:50 AM, covering a total distance of 689 km in 17 hours 10 minutes, with 32 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 16362 Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi) runs on Tuesday, Sunday and offers travel classes 2A, 3A, 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 | VLNK | VELLANKANNI | Day 1 | Source | 18:40 | 0 km | |
| 2 | NGT | NAGAPPATTINAM JN | Day 1 | 19:00 | 19:10 | 10 min | 10 km |
| 3 | TVR | THIRUVARUR JN | Day 1 | 20:07 | 20:10 | 3 min | 34 km |
| 4 | TTP | TIRUTURAIPUNDI JN | Day 1 | 20:38 | 20:40 | 2 min | 59 km |
| 5 | AMM | ADIRAMPATINAM | Day 1 | 21:09 | 21:10 | 1 min | 96 km |
| 6 | PKT | PATTUKKOTTAI | Day 1 | 21:22 | 21:24 | 2 min | 109 km |
| 7 | PVI | PERAVURANI | Day 1 | 21:40 | 21:41 | 1 min | 129 km |
| 8 | ATQ | ARANTANGI | Day 1 | 22:03 | 22:04 | 1 min | 154 km |
| 9 | KKDI | KARAIKKUDI JN | Day 1 | 23:45 | 23:50 | 5 min | 182 km |
| 10 | SVGA | SIVAGANGA | Day 2 | 00:18 | 00:20 | 2 min | 223 km |
| 11 | MNM | MANAMADURAI JN | Day 2 | 00:35 | 00:40 | 5 min | 243 km |
| 12 | APK | ARUPPUKKOTTAI | Day 2 | 01:13 | 01:15 | 2 min | 288 km |
| 13 | VPT | VIRUDUNAGAR JN | Day 2 | 01:43 | 01:45 | 2 min | 310 km |
| 14 | SVKS | SIVAKASI | Day 2 | 02:08 | 02:10 | 2 min | 334 km |
| 15 | RJPM | RAJAPALAYAM | Day 2 | 02:33 | 02:35 | 2 min | 362 km |
| 16 | SNKL | SANKARANKOVIL | Day 2 | 02:59 | 03:00 | 1 min | 395 km |
| 17 | KDNL | KADAYANALLUR | Day 2 | 03:21 | 03:22 | 1 min | 416 km |
| 18 | TSI | TENKASI JN | Day 2 | 03:43 | 03:45 | 2 min | 432 km |
| 19 | SCT | SENGOTTAI | Day 2 | 04:25 | 04:30 | 5 min | 440 km |
| 20 | TML | TENMALAI | Day 2 | 05:28 | 05:30 | 2 min | 468 km |
| 21 | PUU | PUNALUR | Day 2 | 06:45 | 06:50 | 5 min | 489 km |
| 22 | AVS | AUVANESWSAREM | Day 2 | 07:04 | 07:05 | 1 min | 497 km |
| 23 | KKZ | KOTTARAKARA | Day 2 | 07:14 | 07:15 | 1 min | 509 km |
| 24 | KUV | KUNDARA | Day 2 | 07:24 | 07:25 | 1 min | 520 km |
| 25 | QLN | KOLLAM JN | Day 2 | 08:10 | 08:20 | 10 min | 533 km |
| 26 | STKT | SASTHANKOTTA | Day 2 | 08:38 | 08:39 | 1 min | 553 km |
| 27 | KPY | KARUNAGAPPALLI | Day 2 | 08:49 | 08:50 | 1 min | 561 km |
| 28 | KYJ | KAYANKULAM JN | Day 2 | 09:04 | 09:06 | 2 min | 574 km |
| 29 | MVLK | MAVELIKARA | Day 2 | 09:14 | 09:15 | 1 min | 582 km |
| 30 | CNGR | CHENGANNUR | Day 2 | 09:26 | 09:28 | 2 min | 594 km |
| 31 | TRVL | TIRUVALLA | Day 2 | 09:37 | 09:38 | 1 min | 603 km |
| 32 | CGY | CHANGANASSERI | Day 2 | 09:46 | 09:47 | 1 min | 611 km |
| 33 | KTYM | KOTTAYAM | Day 2 | 10:07 | 10:10 | 3 min | 629 km |
| 34 | ERS | ERNAKULAM JN | Day 2 | 11:50 | Destination | 689 km |
Train 16362 Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi) starts its journey from VELLANKANNI and terminates at ERNAKULAM JN. The scheduled station sequence is: VELLANKANNI, NAGAPPATTINAM JN, THIRUVARUR JN, TIRUTURAIPUNDI JN, ADIRAMPATINAM, PATTUKKOTTAI, PERAVURANI, ARANTANGI, KARAIKKUDI JN, SIVAGANGA, MANAMADURAI JN, ARUPPUKKOTTAI, VIRUDUNAGAR JN, SIVAKASI, RAJAPALAYAM, SANKARANKOVIL, KADAYANALLUR, TENKASI JN, SENGOTTAI, TENMALAI, PUNALUR, AUVANESWSAREM, KOTTARAKARA, KUNDARA, KOLLAM JN, SASTHANKOTTA, KARUNAGAPPALLI, KAYANKULAM JN, MAVELIKARA, CHENGANNUR, TIRUVALLA, CHANGANASSERI, KOTTAYAM, ERNAKULAM JN.
Coach Position and Composition
16362 Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi) indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01FLRD
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04S8
- Position 05S7
- Position 06S6
- Position 07S5
- Position 08S4
- Position 09S3
- Position 10S2
- Position 11S1
- Position 12B3
- Position 13B2
- Position 14B1
- Position 15A1
- Position 16GEN
- Position 17GEN
- Position 18EOG
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | FLRD |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | S8 |
| 05 | S7 |
| 06 | S6 |
| 07 | S5 |
| 08 | S4 |
| 09 | S3 |
| 10 | S2 |
| 11 | S1 |
| 12 | B3 |
| 13 | B2 |
| 14 | B1 |
| 15 | A1 |
| 16 | GEN |
| 17 | GEN |
| 18 | EOG |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 16362 Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi) in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| 2AAC 2 Tier |
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| 3AAC 3 Tier |
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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 16362 Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi) departs from VELLANKANNI at 6:40 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 16362 Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi) terminates at ERNAKULAM JN (ERS).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 16362 Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi) has the following coach composition: ENG-FLRD-GEN-GEN-S8-S7-S6-S5-S4-S3-S2-S1-B3-B2-B1-A1-GEN-GEN-EOG.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 16362 Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi) covers a total distance of 689 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 16362 Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi) operates on Tuesday, Sunday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 16362 Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi) has 32 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 16362 Velankanni - Ernakulam Jn. Bi-Weekly Express (via Karaikkudi) offers the following travel classes: 2A, 3A, SL, GEN.