16779 Tirupati - Rameswaram Express
Train Information
| Train number | 16779 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Tirupati - Rameswaram Express |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | TIRUPATI (TPTY) |
| Departure | 11:55 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | RAMESWARAM (RMM) |
| Arrival | 04:35 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 825 km |
| Journey duration | 16 hours 40 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 24 |
| Intermediate stops | 22 |
| Railway zone | South Coast Railway (SCOR) |
| Division | Guntakal (GTL) |
| Running days | Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday |
| Travel classes | 3A, SL, GEN |
Train 16779 Tirupati - Rameswaram Express is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from TIRUPATI at 11:55 AM. It arrives at its destination, RAMESWARAM on Day 2 at 4:35 AM, covering a total distance of 825 km in 16 hours 40 minutes, with 22 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 16779 Tirupati - Rameswaram Express runs on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and offers travel classes 3A, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Guntakal division of the South Coast Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Train Route and Timetable
| Stop | Station code | Station name | Journey day | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TPTY | TIRUPATI | Day 1 | Source | 11:55 | 0 km | |
| 2 | PAK | PAKALA JN | Day 1 | 12:28 | 12:30 | 2 min | 42 km |
| 3 | KPD | KATPADI JN | Day 1 | 13:50 | 13:55 | 5 min | 104 km |
| 4 | VLR | VELLORE CANTONMENT | Day 1 | 14:18 | 14:20 | 2 min | 114 km |
| 5 | ARV | ARNI ROAD | Day 1 | 14:54 | 14:55 | 1 min | 149 km |
| 6 | PRL | POLUR | Day 1 | 15:07 | 15:08 | 1 min | 165 km |
| 7 | TNM | TIRUVANNAMALAI | Day 1 | 15:38 | 15:40 | 2 min | 197 km |
| 8 | VM | VILLUPURAM JN | Day 1 | 17:05 | 17:10 | 5 min | 264 km |
| 9 | TDPR | TIRUPPADIRIPULIYUR | Day 1 | 17:59 | 18:00 | 1 min | 307 km |
| 10 | CDM | CHIDAMBARAM | Day 1 | 19:14 | 19:16 | 2 min | 349 km |
| 11 | SY | SIRKAZHI | Day 1 | 19:33 | 19:34 | 1 min | 366 km |
| 12 | MV | MAYILADUTURAI JN | Day 1 | 20:18 | 20:20 | 2 min | 386 km |
| 13 | KMU | KUMBAKONAM | Day 1 | 20:46 | 20:48 | 2 min | 417 km |
| 14 | PML | PAPANASAM | Day 1 | 20:57 | 20:58 | 1 min | 431 km |
| 15 | TJ | THANJAVUR JN | Day 1 | 22:16 | 22:18 | 2 min | 456 km |
| 16 | TPJ | TIRUCHCHIRAPPALLI JN. | Day 1 | 23:25 | 23:30 | 5 min | 506 km |
| 17 | DG | DINDIGUL JN | Day 2 | 00:30 | 00:35 | 5 min | 599 km |
| 18 | KQN | KODAIKANAL ROAD | Day 2 | 00:53 | 00:55 | 2 min | 624 km |
| 19 | MDU | MADURAI JN | Day 2 | 01:30 | 01:35 | 5 min | 666 km |
| 20 | MNM | MANAMADURAI JN | Day 2 | 02:13 | 02:15 | 2 min | 714 km |
| 21 | PMK | PARAMAKKUDI | Day 2 | 02:35 | 02:37 | 2 min | 738 km |
| 22 | RMD | RAMANATHAPURAM | Day 2 | 03:03 | 03:05 | 2 min | 773 km |
| 23 | MMM | MANDAPAM | Day 2 | 03:33 | 03:35 | 2 min | 808 km |
| 24 | RMM | RAMESWARAM | Day 2 | 04:35 | Destination | 825 km |
Train 16779 Tirupati - Rameswaram Express starts its journey from TIRUPATI and terminates at RAMESWARAM. The scheduled station sequence is: TIRUPATI, PAKALA JN, KATPADI JN, VELLORE CANTONMENT, ARNI ROAD, POLUR, TIRUVANNAMALAI, VILLUPURAM JN, TIRUPPADIRIPULIYUR, CHIDAMBARAM, SIRKAZHI, MAYILADUTURAI JN, KUMBAKONAM, PAPANASAM, THANJAVUR JN, TIRUCHCHIRAPPALLI JN., DINDIGUL JN, KODAIKANAL ROAD, MADURAI JN, MANAMADURAI JN, PARAMAKKUDI, RAMANATHAPURAM, MANDAPAM, RAMESWARAM.
Coach Position and Composition
16779 Tirupati - Rameswaram Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01EOG
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04B1
- Position 05B2
- Position 06B3
- Position 07BE1
- Position 08S1
- Position 09S2
- Position 10S3
- Position 11S4
- Position 12S5
- Position 13S6
- Position 14S7
- Position 15S8
- Position 16GEN
- Position 17GEN
- Position 18SLRD
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | EOG |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | B1 |
| 05 | B2 |
| 06 | B3 |
| 07 | BE1 |
| 08 | S1 |
| 09 | S2 |
| 10 | S3 |
| 11 | S4 |
| 12 | S5 |
| 13 | S6 |
| 14 | S7 |
| 15 | S8 |
| 16 | GEN |
| 17 | GEN |
| 18 | SLRD |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 16779 Tirupati - Rameswaram Express in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| 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 16779 Tirupati - Rameswaram Express departs from TIRUPATI at 11:55 AM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 16779 Tirupati - Rameswaram Express terminates at RAMESWARAM (RMM).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 16779 Tirupati - Rameswaram Express has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-GEN-GEN-B1-B2-B3-BE1-S1-S2-S3-S4-S5-S6-S7-S8-GEN-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 16779 Tirupati - Rameswaram Express covers a total distance of 825 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 16779 Tirupati - Rameswaram Express operates on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 16779 Tirupati - Rameswaram Express has 22 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 16779 Tirupati - Rameswaram Express offers the following travel classes: 3A, SL, GEN.