18041 Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl Express
Train Information
| Train number | 18041 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl Express |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | SHALIMAR (SHM) |
| Departure | 14:45 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL (MAS) |
| Arrival | 16:45 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 1,644 km |
| Journey duration | 26 hours |
| Scheduled stations | 17 |
| Intermediate stops | 15 |
| Railway zone | South Eastern Railway (SER) |
| Division | Kharagpur (KGP) |
| Running days | Monday |
| Travel classes | 2A, 3A, SL, GEN |
Train 18041 Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl Express is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from SHALIMAR at 2:45 PM. It arrives at its destination, PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL on Day 2 at 4:45 PM, covering a total distance of 1,644 km in 26 hours, with 15 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 18041 Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl Express runs on Monday and offers travel classes 2A, 3A, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Kharagpur division of the South Eastern Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Train Route and Timetable
| Stop | Station code | Station name | Journey day | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SHM | SHALIMAR | Day 1 | Source | 14:45 | 0 km | |
| 2 | SRC | SANTRAGACHI JN | Day 1 | 15:00 | 15:02 | 2 min | 5 km |
| 3 | KGP | KHARAGPUR JN | Day 1 | 16:25 | 16:30 | 5 min | 113 km |
| 4 | BLS | BALASORE | Day 1 | 17:58 | 18:00 | 2 min | 234 km |
| 5 | BHC | BHADRAKH | Day 1 | 18:50 | 18:52 | 2 min | 293 km |
| 6 | CTC | CUTTACK | Day 1 | 20:39 | 20:44 | 5 min | 409 km |
| 7 | BBS | BHUBANESWAR | Day 1 | 21:10 | 21:15 | 5 min | 436 km |
| 8 | KUR | KHURDA ROAD JN | Day 1 | 21:30 | 21:40 | 10 min | 455 km |
| 9 | BAM | BRAHMAPUR | Day 1 | 23:23 | 23:25 | 2 min | 602 km |
| 10 | VZM | VIZIANAGRAM JN | Day 2 | 02:40 | 02:50 | 10 min | 818 km |
| 11 | DVD | DUVVADA | Day 2 | 04:40 | 04:42 | 2 min | 883 km |
| 12 | SLO | SAMALKOT JN | Day 2 | 05:58 | 06:00 | 2 min | 1,016 km |
| 13 | RJY | RAJAMUNDRY | Day 2 | 06:43 | 06:45 | 2 min | 1,066 km |
| 14 | BZA | VIJAYAWADA JN | Day 2 | 09:30 | 09:40 | 10 min | 1,215 km |
| 15 | OGL | ONGOLE | Day 2 | 11:38 | 11:40 | 2 min | 1,354 km |
| 16 | NLR | NELLORE | Day 2 | 13:08 | 13:10 | 2 min | 1,470 km |
| 17 | MAS | PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL | Day 2 | 16:45 | Destination | 1,644 km |
Train 18041 Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl Express starts its journey from SHALIMAR and terminates at PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL. The scheduled station sequence is: SHALIMAR, SANTRAGACHI JN, KHARAGPUR JN, BALASORE, BHADRAKH, CUTTACK, BHUBANESWAR, KHURDA ROAD JN, BRAHMAPUR, VIZIANAGRAM JN, DUVVADA, SAMALKOT JN, RAJAMUNDRY, VIJAYAWADA JN, ONGOLE, NELLORE, PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL.
Coach Position and Composition
18041 Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01EOG
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04S1
- Position 05S2
- Position 06S3
- Position 07S4
- Position 08S5
- Position 09S6
- Position 10S7
- Position 11A1
- Position 12A2
- Position 13B1
- Position 14B2
- Position 15B3
- Position 16B4
- Position 17B5
- Position 18B6
- Position 19B7
- Position 20GEN
- Position 21GEN
- Position 22SLRD
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | EOG |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | S1 |
| 05 | S2 |
| 06 | S3 |
| 07 | S4 |
| 08 | S5 |
| 09 | S6 |
| 10 | S7 |
| 11 | A1 |
| 12 | A2 |
| 13 | B1 |
| 14 | B2 |
| 15 | B3 |
| 16 | B4 |
| 17 | B5 |
| 18 | B6 |
| 19 | B7 |
| 20 | GEN |
| 21 | GEN |
| 22 | SLRD |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 18041 Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl 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 18041 Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl Express departs from SHALIMAR at 2:45 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 18041 Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl Express terminates at PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL (MAS).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 18041 Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl Express has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-GEN-GEN-S1-S2-S3-S4-S5-S6-S7-A1-A2-B1-B2-B3-B4-B5-B6-B7-GEN-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 18041 Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl Express covers a total distance of 1,644 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 18041 Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl Express operates on Monday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 18041 Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl Express has 15 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 18041 Shalimar - M.G.R. Chennai Ctrl Express offers the following travel classes: 2A, 3A, SL, GEN.