17240 Simhadri Express
Train Information
| Train number | 17240 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Simhadri Express |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | VISAKHAPATNAM (VSKP) |
| Departure | 07:10 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | GUNTUR JN (GNT) |
| Arrival | 15:55 · Day 1 |
| Total distance | 386 km |
| Journey duration | 8 hours 45 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 24 |
| Intermediate stops | 22 |
| Railway zone | South Coast Railway (SCOR) |
| Division | Visakhapatnam (VSKP) |
| Running days | Daily |
| Travel classes | CC, 2S, GEN |
Train 17240 Simhadri Express is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from VISAKHAPATNAM at 7:10 AM. It arrives at its destination, GUNTUR JN on Day 1 at 3:55 PM, covering a total distance of 386 km in 8 hours 45 minutes, with 22 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 17240 Simhadri Express runs on Daily and offers travel classes CC, 2S, GEN. The train is operated by the Visakhapatnam 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 | VSKP | VISAKHAPATNAM | Day 1 | Source | 07:10 | 0 km | |
| 2 | DVD | DUVVADA | Day 1 | 07:35 | 07:37 | 2 min | 18 km |
| 3 | AKP | ANAKAPALLE | Day 1 | 07:53 | 07:55 | 2 min | 33 km |
| 4 | YLM | ELAMANCHILI | Day 1 | 08:08 | 08:10 | 2 min | 57 km |
| 5 | NRP | NARSIPATNAM RD | Day 1 | 08:24 | 08:25 | 1 min | 75 km |
| 6 | TUNI | TUNI | Day 1 | 08:39 | 08:40 | 1 min | 97 km |
| 7 | ANV | ANNAVARAM | Day 1 | 08:59 | 09:00 | 1 min | 114 km |
| 8 | GLP | GOLLAPROLU | Day 1 | 09:19 | 09:20 | 1 min | 133 km |
| 9 | PAP | PITHAPURAM | Day 1 | 09:28 | 09:30 | 2 min | 139 km |
| 10 | SLO | SAMALKOT JN | Day 1 | 09:49 | 09:50 | 1 min | 151 km |
| 11 | APT | ANAPARTI | Day 1 | 10:09 | 10:10 | 1 min | 177 km |
| 12 | DWP | DWARAPUDI | Day 1 | 10:14 | 10:15 | 1 min | 181 km |
| 13 | RJY | RAJAMUNDRY | Day 1 | 10:43 | 10:45 | 2 min | 201 km |
| 14 | NDD | NIDADAVOLU JN | Day 1 | 11:14 | 11:15 | 1 min | 223 km |
| 15 | TDD | TADEPALLIGUDEM | Day 1 | 11:33 | 11:35 | 2 min | 243 km |
| 16 | BMD | BHIMADOLU | Day 1 | 11:59 | 12:00 | 1 min | 272 km |
| 17 | EE | ELURU | Day 1 | 12:18 | 12:20 | 2 min | 291 km |
| 18 | PRH | POWERPET | Day 1 | 12:24 | 12:25 | 1 min | 292 km |
| 19 | NZD | NUZVID | Day 1 | 12:58 | 13:00 | 2 min | 309 km |
| 20 | BZA | VIJAYAWADA JN | Day 1 | 14:15 | 14:20 | 5 min | 350 km |
| 21 | MAG | MANGALAGIRI | Day 1 | 14:49 | 14:50 | 1 min | 362 km |
| 22 | NBR | NAMBURU | Day 1 | 15:01 | 15:02 | 1 min | 374 km |
| 23 | PDKN | PEDAKAKANI HALT | Day 1 | 15:06 | 15:07 | 1 min | 379 km |
| 24 | GNT | GUNTUR JN | Day 1 | 15:55 | Destination | 386 km |
Train 17240 Simhadri Express starts its journey from VISAKHAPATNAM and terminates at GUNTUR JN. The scheduled station sequence is: VISAKHAPATNAM, DUVVADA, ANAKAPALLE, ELAMANCHILI, NARSIPATNAM RD, TUNI, ANNAVARAM, GOLLAPROLU, PITHAPURAM, SAMALKOT JN, ANAPARTI, DWARAPUDI, RAJAMUNDRY, NIDADAVOLU JN, TADEPALLIGUDEM, BHIMADOLU, ELURU, POWERPET, NUZVID, VIJAYAWADA JN, MANGALAGIRI, NAMBURU, PEDAKAKANI HALT, GUNTUR JN.
Coach Position and Composition
17240 Simhadri 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 09D4
- Position 10D3
- Position 11D2
- Position 12D1
- Position 13C1
- Position 14B1
- Position 15GEN
- Position 16GEN
- Position 17GEN
- Position 18GEN
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20EOG
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | SLRD |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | GEN |
| 05 | GEN |
| 06 | GEN |
| 07 | GEN |
| 08 | GEN |
| 09 | D4 |
| 10 | D3 |
| 11 | D2 |
| 12 | D1 |
| 13 | C1 |
| 14 | B1 |
| 15 | GEN |
| 16 | GEN |
| 17 | GEN |
| 18 | GEN |
| 19 | GEN |
| 20 | EOG |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 17240 Simhadri Express in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| 3AAC 3 Tier |
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| 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 17240 Simhadri Express departs from VISAKHAPATNAM at 7:10 AM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 17240 Simhadri Express terminates at GUNTUR JN (GNT).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 17240 Simhadri Express has the following coach composition: ENG-SLRD-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-D4-D3-D2-D1-C1-B1-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-GEN-EOG.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 17240 Simhadri Express covers a total distance of 386 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 17240 Simhadri Express operates on Daily.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 17240 Simhadri Express has 22 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 17240 Simhadri Express offers the following travel classes: CC, 2S, GEN.