16856 Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem)
Train Information
| Train number | 16856 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem) |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | MANGALORE CENTRAL (MAQ) |
| Departure | 16:35 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | PONDICHERRY (PDY) |
| Arrival | 10:15 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 797 km |
| Journey duration | 17 hours 40 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 22 |
| Intermediate stops | 20 |
| Railway zone | South Western Railway (SWR) |
| Division | Mysuru (MYS) |
| Running days | Friday |
| Travel classes | 2A, 3A, SL, GEN |
Train 16856 Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem) is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from MANGALORE CENTRAL at 4:35 PM. It arrives at its destination, PONDICHERRY on Day 2 at 10:15 AM, covering a total distance of 797 km in 17 hours 40 minutes, with 20 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 16856 Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem) runs on Friday and offers travel classes 2A, 3A, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Mysuru division of the South Western Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Train Route and Timetable
| Stop | Station code | Station name | Journey day | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MAQ | MANGALORE CENTRAL | Day 1 | Source | 16:35 | 0 km | |
| 2 | KGQ | KASARAGOD | Day 1 | 17:13 | 17:15 | 2 min | 43 km |
| 3 | KZE | KANHANGAD | Day 1 | 17:33 | 17:35 | 2 min | 66 km |
| 4 | PAY | PAYYANUR | Day 1 | 17:59 | 18:00 | 1 min | 95 km |
| 5 | CAN | KANNUR | Day 1 | 18:32 | 18:35 | 3 min | 129 km |
| 6 | TLY | THALASSERY | Day 1 | 18:53 | 18:55 | 2 min | 150 km |
| 7 | MAHE | MAHE | Day 1 | 19:04 | 19:05 | 1 min | 159 km |
| 8 | BDJ | VADAKARA | Day 1 | 19:18 | 19:20 | 2 min | 172 km |
| 9 | CLT | KOZHIKKODE | Day 1 | 20:05 | 20:10 | 5 min | 218 km |
| 10 | TIR | TIRUR | Day 1 | 20:48 | 20:50 | 2 min | 259 km |
| 11 | SRR | SHORANUR JN | Day 1 | 21:35 | 21:40 | 5 min | 304 km |
| 12 | PGT | PALAKKAD JN | Day 1 | 22:57 | 23:00 | 3 min | 348 km |
| 13 | PTJ | PODANUR JN | Day 2 | 00:14 | 00:15 | 1 min | 399 km |
| 14 | CBE | COIMBATORE JN | Day 2 | 00:25 | 00:30 | 5 min | 405 km |
| 15 | TUP | TIRUPPUR | Day 2 | 01:18 | 01:20 | 2 min | 456 km |
| 16 | ED | ERODE JN | Day 2 | 02:15 | 02:20 | 5 min | 506 km |
| 17 | SA | SALEM JN | Day 2 | 03:50 | 04:00 | 10 min | 565 km |
| 18 | ATU | ATTUR | Day 2 | 05:09 | 05:10 | 1 min | 621 km |
| 19 | CHSM | CHINNA SALEM | Day 2 | 05:34 | 05:35 | 1 min | 653 km |
| 20 | VRI | VRIDDHACHALAM JN | Day 2 | 07:20 | 07:30 | 10 min | 705 km |
| 21 | VM | VILLUPURAM JN | Day 2 | 08:55 | 09:05 | 10 min | 759 km |
| 22 | PDY | PONDICHERRY | Day 2 | 10:15 | Destination | 797 km |
Train 16856 Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem) starts its journey from MANGALORE CENTRAL and terminates at PONDICHERRY. The scheduled station sequence is: MANGALORE CENTRAL, KASARAGOD, KANHANGAD, PAYYANUR, KANNUR, THALASSERY, MAHE, VADAKARA, KOZHIKKODE, TIRUR, SHORANUR JN, PALAKKAD JN, PODANUR JN, COIMBATORE JN, TIRUPPUR, ERODE JN, SALEM JN, ATTUR, CHINNA SALEM, VRIDDHACHALAM JN, VILLUPURAM JN, PONDICHERRY.
Coach Position and Composition
16856 Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem) indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01EOG
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04A1
- Position 05B1
- Position 06B2
- Position 07S1
- Position 08S2
- Position 09S3
- Position 10S4
- Position 11S5
- Position 12S6
- Position 13S7
- Position 14S8
- Position 15S9
- Position 16GEN
- Position 17GEN
- Position 18SLRD
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | EOG |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | A1 |
| 05 | B1 |
| 06 | B2 |
| 07 | S1 |
| 08 | S2 |
| 09 | S3 |
| 10 | S4 |
| 11 | S5 |
| 12 | S6 |
| 13 | S7 |
| 14 | S8 |
| 15 | S9 |
| 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 16856 Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem) 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 16856 Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem) departs from MANGALORE CENTRAL at 4:35 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 16856 Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem) terminates at PONDICHERRY (PDY).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 16856 Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem) has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-GEN-GEN-A1-B1-B2-S1-S2-S3-S4-S5-S6-S7-S8-S9-GEN-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 16856 Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem) covers a total distance of 797 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 16856 Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem) operates on Friday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 16856 Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem) has 20 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 16856 Mangaluru Ctrl - Puducherry Express (via Salem) offers the following travel classes: 2A, 3A, SL, GEN.