18040 Puri - Shalimar Express
Train Information
| Train number | 18040 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Puri - Shalimar Express |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | PURI (PURI) |
| Departure | 23:20 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | SHALIMAR (SHM) |
| Arrival | 08:50 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 499 km |
| Journey duration | 9 hours 30 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 11 |
| Intermediate stops | 9 |
| Railway zone | East Coast Railway (ECOR) |
| Division | Khurda Road (KUR) |
| Running days | Monday |
| Travel classes | 2A, 3A, SL, GEN |
Train 18040 Puri - Shalimar Express is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from PURI at 11:20 PM. It arrives at its destination, SHALIMAR on Day 2 at 8:50 AM, covering a total distance of 499 km in 9 hours 30 minutes, with 9 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 18040 Puri - Shalimar Express runs on Monday and offers travel classes 2A, 3A, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Khurda Road division of the East Coast Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Train Route and Timetable
| Stop | Station code | Station name | Journey day | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PURI | PURI | Day 1 | Source | 23:20 | 0 km | |
| 2 | MLT | MALATIPATPUR | Day 1 | 23:45 | 23:50 | 5 min | 7 km |
| 3 | KUR | KHURDA ROAD JN | Day 2 | 00:40 | 00:45 | 5 min | 44 km |
| 4 | BBS | BHUBANESWAR | Day 2 | 01:10 | 01:15 | 5 min | 63 km |
| 5 | CTC | CUTTACK | Day 2 | 02:00 | 02:05 | 5 min | 90 km |
| 6 | JJKR | JAJPUR K ROAD | Day 2 | 03:15 | 03:17 | 2 min | 162 km |
| 7 | BHC | BHADRAKH | Day 2 | 04:03 | 04:05 | 2 min | 206 km |
| 8 | BLS | BALASORE | Day 2 | 04:50 | 04:52 | 2 min | 265 km |
| 9 | KGP | KHARAGPUR JN | Day 2 | 06:30 | 06:35 | 5 min | 385 km |
| 10 | SRC | SANTRAGACHI JN | Day 2 | 08:15 | 08:17 | 2 min | 494 km |
| 11 | SHM | SHALIMAR | Day 2 | 08:50 | Destination | 499 km |
Train 18040 Puri - Shalimar Express starts its journey from PURI and terminates at SHALIMAR. The scheduled station sequence is: PURI, MALATIPATPUR, KHURDA ROAD JN, BHUBANESWAR, CUTTACK, JAJPUR K ROAD, BHADRAKH, BALASORE, KHARAGPUR JN, SANTRAGACHI JN, SHALIMAR.
Coach Position and Composition
18040 Puri - Shalimar Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01SLRD
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04B1
- Position 05B2
- Position 06B3
- Position 07A1
- Position 08A2
- Position 09SE1
- Position 10S1
- Position 11S2
- Position 12S3
- Position 13S4
- Position 14S5
- Position 15S6
- Position 16S7
- Position 17S8
- Position 18S9
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20SLRD
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | SLRD |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | B1 |
| 05 | B2 |
| 06 | B3 |
| 07 | A1 |
| 08 | A2 |
| 09 | SE1 |
| 10 | S1 |
| 11 | S2 |
| 12 | S3 |
| 13 | S4 |
| 14 | S5 |
| 15 | S6 |
| 16 | S7 |
| 17 | S8 |
| 18 | S9 |
| 19 | GEN |
| 20 | SLRD |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 18040 Puri - Shalimar Express 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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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 18040 Puri - Shalimar Express departs from PURI at 11:20 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 18040 Puri - Shalimar Express terminates at SHALIMAR (SHM).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 18040 Puri - Shalimar Express has the following coach composition: ENG-SLRD-GEN-GEN-B1-B2-B3-A1-A2-SE1-S1-S2-S3-S4-S5-S6-S7-S8-S9-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 18040 Puri - Shalimar Express covers a total distance of 499 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 18040 Puri - Shalimar Express operates on Monday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 18040 Puri - Shalimar Express has 9 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 18040 Puri - Shalimar Express offers the following travel classes: 2A, 3A, SL, GEN.