18509 Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express
Train Information
| Train number | 18509 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | VISAKHAPATNAM (VSKP) |
| Departure | 15:20 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | SMVT BENGALURU (SMVB) |
| Arrival | 13:50 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 1,067 km |
| Journey duration | 22 hours 30 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 18 |
| Intermediate stops | 16 |
| Railway zone | South Coast Railway (SCOR) |
| Division | Visakhapatnam (VSKP) |
| Running days | Sunday |
| Travel classes | 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN |
Train 18509 Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from VISAKHAPATNAM at 3:20 PM. It arrives at its destination, SMVT BENGALURU on Day 2 at 1:50 PM, covering a total distance of 1,067 km in 22 hours 30 minutes, with 16 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 18509 Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express runs on Sunday and offers travel classes 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, 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 | 15:20 | 0 km | |
| 2 | DVD | DUVVADA | Day 1 | 15:53 | 15:55 | 2 min | 18 km |
| 3 | AKP | ANAKAPALLE | Day 1 | 16:04 | 16:05 | 1 min | 33 km |
| 4 | YLM | ELAMANCHILI | Day 1 | 16:19 | 16:20 | 1 min | 57 km |
| 5 | SLO | SAMALKOT JN | Day 1 | 17:58 | 18:00 | 2 min | 151 km |
| 6 | RJY | RAJAMUNDRY | Day 1 | 18:53 | 18:55 | 2 min | 201 km |
| 7 | EE | ELURU | Day 1 | 20:08 | 20:10 | 2 min | 291 km |
| 8 | BZA | VIJAYAWADA JN | Day 1 | 21:55 | 22:10 | 15 min | 350 km |
| 9 | OGL | ONGOLE | Day 2 | 02:13 | 02:15 | 2 min | 489 km |
| 10 | NLR | NELLORE | Day 2 | 04:08 | 04:10 | 2 min | 605 km |
| 11 | GDR | GUDUR JN | Day 2 | 04:58 | 05:00 | 2 min | 643 km |
| 12 | RU | RENIGUNTA JN | Day 2 | 07:20 | 07:30 | 10 min | 726 km |
| 13 | KPD | KATPADI JN | Day 2 | 09:45 | 09:55 | 10 min | 850 km |
| 14 | JTJ | JOLARPETTAI JN | Day 2 | 11:08 | 11:10 | 2 min | 934 km |
| 15 | KPN | KUPPAM | Day 2 | 11:49 | 11:50 | 1 min | 972 km |
| 16 | BWT | BANGARAPET JN | Day 2 | 12:20 | 12:22 | 2 min | 1,003 km |
| 17 | KJM | KRISHNARAJAPURM | Day 2 | 13:03 | 13:05 | 2 min | 1,060 km |
| 18 | SMVB | SMVT BENGALURU | Day 2 | 13:50 | Destination | 1,067 km |
Train 18509 Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express starts its journey from VISAKHAPATNAM and terminates at SMVT BENGALURU. The scheduled station sequence is: VISAKHAPATNAM, DUVVADA, ANAKAPALLE, ELAMANCHILI, SAMALKOT JN, RAJAMUNDRY, ELURU, VIJAYAWADA JN, ONGOLE, NELLORE, GUDUR JN, RENIGUNTA JN, KATPADI JN, JOLARPETTAI JN, KUPPAM, BANGARAPET JN, KRISHNARAJAPURM, SMVT BENGALURU.
Coach Position and Composition
18509 Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01EOG
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04S6
- Position 05S5
- Position 06S4
- Position 07S3
- Position 08S2
- Position 09S1
- Position 10M4
- Position 11M3
- Position 12M2
- Position 13M1
- Position 14B1
- Position 15A1
- Position 16GEN
- Position 17GEN
- Position 18SLRD
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | EOG |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | S6 |
| 05 | S5 |
| 06 | S4 |
| 07 | S3 |
| 08 | S2 |
| 09 | S1 |
| 10 | M4 |
| 11 | M3 |
| 12 | M2 |
| 13 | M1 |
| 14 | B1 |
| 15 | A1 |
| 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 18509 Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| 2AAC 2 Tier |
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| 3AAC 3 Tier |
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| 3EAC 3 Economy |
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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 18509 Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express departs from VISAKHAPATNAM at 3:20 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 18509 Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express terminates at SMVT BENGALURU (SMVB).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 18509 Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-GEN-GEN-S6-S5-S4-S3-S2-S1-M4-M3-M2-M1-B1-A1-GEN-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 18509 Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express covers a total distance of 1,067 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 18509 Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express operates on Sunday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 18509 Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express has 16 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 18509 Vishakapatnam - SMVT Bengaluru Express offers the following travel classes: 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN.