16551 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram Express
Train Information
| Train number | 16551 |
|---|---|
| Train name | MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram Express |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL (MAS) |
| Departure | 13:35 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | ASHOKAPURAM (AP) |
| Arrival | 23:25 · Day 1 |
| Total distance | 497 km |
| Journey duration | 9 hours 50 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 27 |
| Intermediate stops | 25 |
| Railway zone | Southern Railway (SR) |
| Division | Chennai (MAS) |
| Running days | Daily |
| Travel classes | CC, 2S, GEN |
Train 16551 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram Express is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL at 1:35 PM. It arrives at its destination, ASHOKAPURAM on Day 1 at 11:25 PM, covering a total distance of 497 km in 9 hours 50 minutes, with 25 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 16551 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram Express runs on Daily and offers travel classes CC, 2S, 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 | 13:35 | 0 km | |
| 2 | TRL | TIRUVALLUR | Day 1 | 14:08 | 14:10 | 2 min | 42 km |
| 3 | AJJ | ARAKKONAM JN | Day 1 | 14:33 | 14:35 | 2 min | 69 km |
| 4 | SHU | SHOLINGHUR | Day 1 | 14:53 | 14:55 | 2 min | 90 km |
| 5 | WJR | WALAJAH ROAD | Day 1 | 15:08 | 15:10 | 2 min | 105 km |
| 6 | MCN | MUKUNDARAYAPURM | Day 1 | 15:23 | 15:25 | 2 min | 113 km |
| 7 | KPD | KATPADI JN | Day 1 | 15:43 | 15:45 | 2 min | 130 km |
| 8 | GYM | GUDIYATTAM | Day 1 | 16:04 | 16:05 | 1 min | 155 km |
| 9 | AB | AMBUR | Day 1 | 16:23 | 16:25 | 2 min | 182 km |
| 10 | VN | VANIYAMBADI | Day 1 | 16:38 | 16:40 | 2 min | 198 km |
| 11 | JTJ | JOLARPETTAI JN | Day 1 | 17:13 | 17:15 | 2 min | 214 km |
| 12 | KPN | KUPPAM | Day 1 | 17:52 | 17:53 | 1 min | 252 km |
| 13 | BWT | BANGARAPET JN | Day 1 | 18:19 | 18:20 | 1 min | 283 km |
| 14 | MLO | MALUR | Day 1 | 18:40 | 18:41 | 1 min | 310 km |
| 15 | WFD | WHITEFIELD | Day 1 | 18:54 | 18:55 | 1 min | 330 km |
| 16 | KJM | KRISHNARAJAPURM | Day 1 | 19:05 | 19:06 | 1 min | 340 km |
| 17 | BNCE | BANGALORE EAST | Day 1 | 19:16 | 19:17 | 1 min | 347 km |
| 18 | BNC | BANGALORE CANT | Day 1 | 19:24 | 19:25 | 1 min | 349 km |
| 19 | SBC | KSR BENGALURU | Day 1 | 19:55 | 20:00 | 5 min | 354 km |
| 20 | KGI | KENGERI | Day 1 | 20:19 | 20:20 | 1 min | 366 km |
| 21 | RMGM | RAMANAGARAM | Day 1 | 20:45 | 20:46 | 1 min | 398 km |
| 22 | CPT | CHANNAPATNA | Day 1 | 20:56 | 20:57 | 1 min | 409 km |
| 23 | MAD | MADDUR | Day 1 | 21:10 | 21:11 | 1 min | 427 km |
| 24 | MYA | MANDYA | Day 1 | 21:28 | 21:29 | 1 min | 447 km |
| 25 | PANP | PANDAVAPURA | Day 1 | 21:44 | 21:45 | 1 min | 472 km |
| 26 | MYS | MYSURU JN | Day 1 | 22:50 | 23:00 | 10 min | 492 km |
| 27 | AP | ASHOKAPURAM | Day 1 | 23:25 | Destination | 497 km |
Train 16551 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram Express starts its journey from PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL and terminates at ASHOKAPURAM. The scheduled station sequence is: PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL, TIRUVALLUR, ARAKKONAM JN, SHOLINGHUR, WALAJAH ROAD, MUKUNDARAYAPURM, KATPADI JN, GUDIYATTAM, AMBUR, VANIYAMBADI, JOLARPETTAI JN, KUPPAM, BANGARAPET JN, MALUR, WHITEFIELD, KRISHNARAJAPURM, BANGALORE EAST, BANGALORE CANT, KSR BENGALURU, KENGERI, RAMANAGARAM, CHANNAPATNA, MADDUR, MANDYA, PANDAVAPURA, MYSURU JN, ASHOKAPURAM.
Coach Position and Composition
16551 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01EOG
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04GEN
- Position 05C1
- Position 06C2
- Position 07D1
- Position 08D2
- Position 09PC
- Position 10D3
- Position 11D4
- Position 12D5
- Position 13D6
- Position 14D7
- Position 15D8
- Position 16GEN
- Position 17GEN
- Position 18GEN
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20GEN
- Position 21SLRD
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | EOG |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | GEN |
| 05 | C1 |
| 06 | C2 |
| 07 | D1 |
| 08 | D2 |
| 09 | PC |
| 10 | D3 |
| 11 | D4 |
| 12 | D5 |
| 13 | D6 |
| 14 | D7 |
| 15 | D8 |
| 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 16551 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram 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 16551 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram Express departs from PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL at 1:35 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 16551 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram Express terminates at ASHOKAPURAM (AP).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 16551 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram Express has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-GEN-GEN-GEN-C1-C2-D1-D2-PC-D3-D4-D5-D6-D7-D8-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 16551 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram Express covers a total distance of 497 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 16551 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram Express operates on Daily.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 16551 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram Express has 25 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 16551 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Ashokapuram Express offers the following travel classes: CC, 2S, GEN.