18603 Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul)
Train Information
| Train number | 18603 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul) |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | RANCHI (RNC) |
| Departure | 14:50 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | GODDA (GODA) |
| Arrival | 06:20 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 609 km |
| Journey duration | 15 hours 30 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 27 |
| Intermediate stops | 25 |
| Railway zone | South Eastern Railway (SER) |
| Division | Ranchi (RNC) |
| Running days | Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday |
| Travel classes | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GEN |
Train 18603 Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul) is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from RANCHI at 2:50 PM. It arrives at its destination, GODDA on Day 2 at 6:20 AM, covering a total distance of 609 km in 15 hours 30 minutes, with 25 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 18603 Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul) runs on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and offers travel classes 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Ranchi 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 | RNC | RANCHI | Day 1 | Source | 14:50 | 0 km | |
| 2 | MURI | MURI JN | Day 1 | 15:48 | 15:50 | 2 min | 60 km |
| 3 | JAA | JHALIDA | Day 1 | 16:03 | 16:04 | 1 min | 73 km |
| 4 | BKSC | BOKARO STEEL CITY | Day 1 | 17:10 | 17:15 | 5 min | 113 km |
| 5 | CRP | CHANDRAPURA | Day 1 | 18:01 | 18:03 | 2 min | 128 km |
| 6 | PLJE | PHULWARTANR | Day 1 | 18:19 | 18:21 | 2 min | 140 km |
| 7 | KTH | KATRASGARH | Day 1 | 18:32 | 18:34 | 2 min | 149 km |
| 8 | DHN | DHANBAD JN | Day 1 | 19:05 | 19:10 | 5 min | 162 km |
| 9 | CRJ | CHITTARANJAN | Day 1 | 20:22 | 20:24 | 2 min | 223 km |
| 10 | VDS | VIDYASAGAR | Day 1 | 20:50 | 20:52 | 2 min | 256 km |
| 11 | MDP | MADHUPUR JN | Day 1 | 21:13 | 21:18 | 5 min | 280 km |
| 12 | JSME | JASIDIH JN | Day 1 | 21:43 | 21:48 | 5 min | 308 km |
| 13 | JAJ | JHAJHA | Day 1 | 22:35 | 22:40 | 5 min | 352 km |
| 14 | JMU | JAMUI | Day 1 | 23:00 | 23:02 | 2 min | 378 km |
| 15 | KIUL | KIUL JN | Day 2 | 00:05 | 00:30 | 25 min | 406 km |
| 16 | AHA | ABHAIPUR | Day 2 | 00:53 | 00:55 | 2 min | 429 km |
| 17 | DRH | DHARHARA | Day 2 | 01:06 | 01:08 | 2 min | 440 km |
| 18 | JMP | JAMALPUR JN | Day 2 | 01:30 | 01:35 | 5 min | 451 km |
| 19 | BUP | BARIARPUR | Day 2 | 01:48 | 01:50 | 2 min | 462 km |
| 20 | SGG | SULTANGANJ | Day 2 | 02:06 | 02:08 | 2 min | 480 km |
| 21 | BGP | BHAGALPUR | Day 2 | 02:45 | 02:55 | 10 min | 504 km |
| 22 | DWLE | DHAUNI | Day 2 | 03:22 | 03:24 | 2 min | 530 km |
| 23 | BHLE | BARAHAT | Day 2 | 03:38 | 03:40 | 2 min | 540 km |
| 24 | MDLE | MANDAR HILL | Day 2 | 04:03 | 04:05 | 2 min | 554 km |
| 25 | HSDA | HANSDIHA | Day 2 | 04:45 | 05:10 | 25 min | 577 km |
| 26 | PYHT | PRAYAHAT HALT | Day 2 | 05:40 | 05:42 | 2 min | 592 km |
| 27 | GODA | GODDA | Day 2 | 06:20 | Destination | 609 km |
Train 18603 Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul) starts its journey from RANCHI and terminates at GODDA. The scheduled station sequence is: RANCHI, MURI JN, JHALIDA, BOKARO STEEL CITY, CHANDRAPURA, PHULWARTANR, KATRASGARH, DHANBAD JN, CHITTARANJAN, VIDYASAGAR, MADHUPUR JN, JASIDIH JN, JHAJHA, JAMUI, KIUL JN, ABHAIPUR, DHARHARA, JAMALPUR JN, BARIARPUR, SULTANGANJ, BHAGALPUR, DHAUNI, BARAHAT, MANDAR HILL, HANSDIHA, PRAYAHAT HALT, GODDA.
Coach Position and Composition
18603 Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul) indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01SLRD
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04H1
- Position 05A1
- Position 06B1
- Position 07B2
- Position 08B3
- Position 09B4
- Position 10S1
- Position 11S2
- Position 12S3
- Position 13S4
- Position 14S5
- Position 15S6
- Position 16S7
- Position 17S8
- Position 18GEN
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20SLRD
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | SLRD |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | H1 |
| 05 | A1 |
| 06 | B1 |
| 07 | B2 |
| 08 | B3 |
| 09 | B4 |
| 10 | S1 |
| 11 | S2 |
| 12 | S3 |
| 13 | S4 |
| 14 | S5 |
| 15 | S6 |
| 16 | S7 |
| 17 | S8 |
| 18 | GEN |
| 19 | GEN |
| 20 | SLRD |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 18603 Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul) in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| 1AFirst AC |
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| 2AAC 2 Tier |
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| 3AAC 3 Tier |
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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 18603 Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul) departs from RANCHI at 2:50 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 18603 Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul) terminates at GODDA (GODA).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 18603 Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul) has the following coach composition: ENG-SLRD-GEN-GEN-H1-A1-B1-B2-B3-B4-S1-S2-S3-S4-S5-S6-S7-S8-GEN-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 18603 Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul) covers a total distance of 609 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 18603 Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul) operates on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 18603 Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul) has 25 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 18603 Ranchi - Godda Express (via Kiul) offers the following travel classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GEN.