16868 Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity Express
Train Information
| Train number | 16868 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity Express |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | DINDIGUL JN (DG) |
| Departure | 05:30 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | VILLUPURAM JN (VM) |
| Arrival | 11:15 · Day 1 |
| Total distance | 272 km |
| Journey duration | 5 hours 45 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 26 |
| Intermediate stops | 24 |
| Railway zone | Southern Railway (SR) |
| Division | Madurai (MDU) |
| Running days | Daily |
| Travel classes | GEN |
Train 16868 Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity Express is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from DINDIGUL JN at 5:30 AM. It arrives at its destination, VILLUPURAM JN on Day 1 at 11:15 AM, covering a total distance of 272 km in 5 hours 45 minutes, with 24 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 16868 Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity Express runs on Daily and offers travel classes GEN. The train is operated by the Madurai 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 | DG | DINDIGUL JN | Day 1 | Source | 05:30 | 0 km | |
| 2 | VDM | VADAMADURA | Day 1 | 05:46 | 05:47 | 1 min | 16 km |
| 3 | VPJ | VAIYAMPATTI | Day 1 | 06:03 | 06:04 | 1 min | 44 km |
| 4 | MPA | MANAPARAI | Day 1 | 06:18 | 06:20 | 2 min | 58 km |
| 5 | KLS | KOLATUR | Day 1 | 06:29 | 06:30 | 1 min | 76 km |
| 6 | TPJ | TIRUCHCHIRAPPALLI JN. | Day 1 | 07:15 | 07:20 | 5 min | 94 km |
| 7 | GOC | PONMALAI | Day 1 | 07:28 | 07:29 | 1 min | 97 km |
| 8 | TPTN | TIRUCHRPALI TWN | Day 1 | 07:35 | 07:36 | 1 min | 103 km |
| 9 | SRGM | SRIRANGAM | Day 1 | 07:44 | 07:46 | 2 min | 106 km |
| 10 | BXS | PICHCHANDARKOVL | Day 1 | 07:49 | 07:50 | 1 min | 111 km |
| 11 | VLDE | VALADI | Day 1 | 07:55 | 07:56 | 1 min | 115 km |
| 12 | LLI | LALGUDI | Day 1 | 08:03 | 08:04 | 1 min | 121 km |
| 13 | PMB | PULLAMBADI | Day 1 | 08:15 | 08:16 | 1 min | 135 km |
| 14 | KKPM | KALLAKKUDI PALANGANATHAM | Day 1 | 08:23 | 08:24 | 1 min | 139 km |
| 15 | ALU | ARIYALUR | Day 1 | 08:44 | 08:45 | 1 min | 164 km |
| 16 | SNDI | SENDURAI | Day 1 | 08:58 | 08:59 | 1 min | 181 km |
| 17 | MTUR | MATHUR | Day 1 | 09:07 | 09:08 | 1 min | 189 km |
| 18 | PNDM | PENNADAM | Day 1 | 09:17 | 09:18 | 1 min | 199 km |
| 19 | VRT | VRIDDHACHALM TN | Day 1 | 09:29 | 09:30 | 1 min | 216 km |
| 20 | VRI | VRIDDHACHALAM JN | Day 1 | 09:32 | 09:35 | 3 min | 217 km |
| 21 | PVN | PUVANUR | Day 1 | 09:43 | 09:44 | 1 min | 225 km |
| 22 | ULU | ULUNDURPET | Day 1 | 09:53 | 09:54 | 1 min | 237 km |
| 23 | PRKL | PARIKKAL | Day 1 | 10:03 | 10:04 | 1 min | 247 km |
| 24 | TVNL | TIRUVENNAINALLUR ROAD | Day 1 | 10:12 | 10:13 | 1 min | 256 km |
| 25 | KDMD | KANDAMBAKKAM | Day 1 | 10:20 | 10:21 | 1 min | 264 km |
| 26 | VM | VILLUPURAM JN | Day 1 | 11:15 | Destination | 272 km |
Train 16868 Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity Express starts its journey from DINDIGUL JN and terminates at VILLUPURAM JN. The scheduled station sequence is: DINDIGUL JN, VADAMADURA, VAIYAMPATTI, MANAPARAI, KOLATUR, TIRUCHCHIRAPPALLI JN., PONMALAI, TIRUCHRPALI TWN, SRIRANGAM, PICHCHANDARKOVL, VALADI, LALGUDI, PULLAMBADI, KALLAKKUDI PALANGANATHAM, ARIYALUR, SENDURAI, MATHUR, PENNADAM, VRIDDHACHALM TN, VRIDDHACHALAM JN, PUVANUR, ULUNDURPET, PARIKKAL, TIRUVENNAINALLUR ROAD, KANDAMBAKKAM, VILLUPURAM JN.
Coach Position and Composition
16868 Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity 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 08GEN
- Position 09GEN
- Position 10GEN
- Position 11SLRD
- Position 12OCV
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | SLRD |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | GEN |
| 05 | GEN |
| 06 | GEN |
| 07 | GEN |
| 08 | GEN |
| 09 | GEN |
| 10 | GEN |
| 11 | SLRD |
| 12 | OCV |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 16868 Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity Express in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| 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 16868 Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity Express departs from DINDIGUL JN at 5:30 AM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 16868 Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity Express terminates at VILLUPURAM JN (VM).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 16868 Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity Express has the following coach composition: ENG-SLRD-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-SLRD-OCV.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 16868 Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity Express covers a total distance of 272 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 16868 Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity Express operates on Daily.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 16868 Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity Express has 24 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 16868 Dindigul - Villupuram Intercity Express offers the following travel classes: GEN.