16606 Ernad Express
Train Information
| Train number | 16606 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Ernad Express |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL (TVC) |
| Departure | 03:40 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | MANGALORE CENTRAL (MAQ) |
| Arrival | 17:40 · Day 1 |
| Total distance | 617 km |
| Journey duration | 14 hours |
| Scheduled stations | 40 |
| Intermediate stops | 38 |
| Railway zone | Southern Railway (SR) |
| Division | Thiruvananthapuram (TVC) |
| Running days | Daily |
| Travel classes | CC, 2S, GEN |
Train 16606 Ernad Express is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL at 3:40 AM. It arrives at its destination, MANGALORE CENTRAL on Day 1 at 5:40 PM, covering a total distance of 617 km in 14 hours, with 38 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 16606 Ernad 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 | 03:40 | 0 km | |
| 2 | VAK | VARKALA | Day 1 | 04:13 | 04:14 | 1 min | 41 km |
| 3 | QLN | KOLLAM JN | Day 1 | 04:35 | 04:38 | 3 min | 64 km |
| 4 | STKT | SASTHANKOTTA | Day 1 | 04:56 | 04:57 | 1 min | 84 km |
| 5 | KPY | KARUNAGAPPALLI | Day 1 | 05:17 | 05:18 | 1 min | 92 km |
| 6 | KYJ | KAYANKULAM JN | Day 1 | 05:32 | 05:34 | 2 min | 105 km |
| 7 | HAD | HARIPAD | Day 1 | 05:47 | 05:48 | 1 min | 118 km |
| 8 | AMPA | AMBALAPPUZHA | Day 1 | 06:03 | 06:04 | 1 min | 137 km |
| 9 | ALLP | ALAPPUZHA | Day 1 | 06:15 | 06:18 | 3 min | 149 km |
| 10 | SRTL | CHERTHALA | Day 1 | 06:45 | 06:46 | 1 min | 172 km |
| 11 | TUVR | TURAVUR | Day 1 | 06:56 | 06:57 | 1 min | 182 km |
| 12 | ERS | ERNAKULAM JN | Day 1 | 07:35 | 07:40 | 5 min | 206 km |
| 13 | AWY | ALUVA | Day 1 | 08:03 | 08:05 | 2 min | 225 km |
| 14 | CKI | CHALAKUDI | Day 1 | 08:28 | 08:29 | 1 min | 250 km |
| 15 | TCR | THRISUR | Day 1 | 08:57 | 09:00 | 3 min | 280 km |
| 16 | SRR | SHORANUR JN | Day 1 | 10:40 | 10:45 | 5 min | 313 km |
| 17 | PTB | PATTAMBI | Day 1 | 10:59 | 11:00 | 1 min | 325 km |
| 18 | KTU | KUTTIPPURAM | Day 1 | 11:19 | 11:20 | 1 min | 343 km |
| 19 | TIR | TIRUR | Day 1 | 11:33 | 11:35 | 2 min | 358 km |
| 20 | TA | TANUR | Day 1 | 11:41 | 11:42 | 1 min | 366 km |
| 21 | PGI | PARPANANGADI | Day 1 | 11:49 | 11:50 | 1 min | 374 km |
| 22 | VLI | VALLIKUNNU | Day 1 | 11:55 | 11:56 | 1 min | 379 km |
| 23 | FK | FEROK | Day 1 | 12:09 | 12:10 | 1 min | 389 km |
| 24 | CLT | KOZHIKKODE | Day 1 | 12:32 | 12:35 | 3 min | 399 km |
| 25 | QLD | QUILANDI | Day 1 | 12:56 | 12:57 | 1 min | 423 km |
| 26 | PYOL | PAYYOLI | Day 1 | 13:09 | 13:10 | 1 min | 436 km |
| 27 | BDJ | VADAKARA | Day 1 | 13:19 | 13:20 | 1 min | 445 km |
| 28 | MAHE | MAHE | Day 1 | 13:34 | 13:35 | 1 min | 458 km |
| 29 | TLY | THALASSERY | Day 1 | 13:43 | 13:45 | 2 min | 467 km |
| 30 | CAN | KANNUR | Day 1 | 14:12 | 14:15 | 3 min | 488 km |
| 31 | VAPM | VALAPATTANAM | Day 1 | 14:24 | 14:25 | 1 min | 495 km |
| 32 | PAZ | PAYANGADI | Day 1 | 14:37 | 14:38 | 1 min | 510 km |
| 33 | PAY | PAYYANUR | Day 1 | 14:49 | 14:50 | 1 min | 522 km |
| 34 | CHV | CHARVATTUR | Day 1 | 15:04 | 15:05 | 1 min | 536 km |
| 35 | NLE | NILESHWAR | Day 1 | 15:14 | 15:15 | 1 min | 542 km |
| 36 | KZE | KANHANGAD | Day 1 | 15:24 | 15:25 | 1 min | 551 km |
| 37 | KGQ | KASARAGOD | Day 1 | 15:44 | 15:45 | 1 min | 574 km |
| 38 | KMQ | KUMBLA | Day 1 | 15:54 | 15:55 | 1 min | 586 km |
| 39 | MJS | MANJESHWAR | Day 1 | 16:09 | 16:10 | 1 min | 603 km |
| 40 | MAQ | MANGALORE CENTRAL | Day 1 | 17:40 | Destination | 617 km |
Train 16606 Ernad Express starts its journey from THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL and terminates at MANGALORE CENTRAL. The scheduled station sequence is: THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL, VARKALA, KOLLAM JN, SASTHANKOTTA, KARUNAGAPPALLI, KAYANKULAM JN, HARIPAD, AMBALAPPUZHA, ALAPPUZHA, CHERTHALA, TURAVUR, ERNAKULAM JN, ALUVA, CHALAKUDI, THRISUR, SHORANUR JN, PATTAMBI, KUTTIPPURAM, TIRUR, TANUR, PARPANANGADI, VALLIKUNNU, FEROK, KOZHIKKODE, QUILANDI, PAYYOLI, VADAKARA, MAHE, THALASSERY, KANNUR, VALAPATTANAM, PAYANGADI, PAYYANUR, CHARVATTUR, NILESHWAR, KANHANGAD, KASARAGOD, KUMBLA, MANJESHWAR, MANGALORE CENTRAL.
Coach Position and Composition
16606 Ernad 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 08D1
- Position 09D2
- Position 10D3
- Position 11D4
- Position 12D5
- Position 13C1
- Position 14C2
- Position 15GEN
- Position 16GEN
- Position 17GEN
- Position 18GEN
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20GEN
- Position 21GEN
- Position 22SLRD
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | SLRD |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | GEN |
| 05 | GEN |
| 06 | GEN |
| 07 | GEN |
| 08 | D1 |
| 09 | D2 |
| 10 | D3 |
| 11 | D4 |
| 12 | D5 |
| 13 | C1 |
| 14 | C2 |
| 15 | GEN |
| 16 | GEN |
| 17 | GEN |
| 18 | GEN |
| 19 | GEN |
| 20 | GEN |
| 21 | GEN |
| 22 | SLRD |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 16606 Ernad 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 16606 Ernad Express departs from THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL at 3:40 AM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 16606 Ernad Express terminates at MANGALORE CENTRAL (MAQ).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 16606 Ernad Express has the following coach composition: ENG-SLRD-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-D1-D2-D3-D4-D5-C1-C2-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 16606 Ernad Express covers a total distance of 617 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 16606 Ernad Express operates on Daily.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 16606 Ernad Express has 38 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 16606 Ernad Express offers the following travel classes: CC, 2S, GEN.