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08538 • KOLLAM JN to SRIKAKULAM ROAD

08538 QLN CHE SPL Coach Position

Check the coach position and seat layout of Train 08538 QLN CHE SPL online with CoachMitra. Find your coach location easily and plan your boarding hassle-free before your journey.

QLN KOLLAM JN 19:35
30h 25m
CHE SRIKAKULAM ROAD 02:00
21 Coaches
Runs: Sun
08538 Coach Sequence Map Engine Position: Front
ENGINE
GEN 1
Unreserved General Class
GEN 2
Unreserved General Class
GEN 3
Unreserved General Class
GEN 4
Unreserved General Class
A2 5
AC 2 Tier
A1 6
AC 2 Tier
B5 7
AC 3 Tier
B4 8
AC 3 Tier
B3 9
AC 3 Tier
B2 10
AC 3 Tier
B1 11
AC 3 Tier
S6 12
Sleeper Class
S5 13
Sleeper Class
S4 14
Sleeper Class
S3 15
Sleeper Class
S2 16
Sleeper Class
S1 17
Sleeper Class
GEN 18
Unreserved General Class
GEN 19
Unreserved General Class
SLRD 20
SLRD
Engine
AC 1A
AC 2A
AC 3A
AC 3E
Executive CC
Chair Car
Sleeper
2S
General
SLR
Generator
Pantry
Vistadome
Parcel
Special
Other

08538 Time Table

StationArr.Dep.HaltDist.Day
KOLLAM JN (QLN) -- 19:35 -- 0 km 1
MAVELIKARA (MVLK) 20:29 20:30 1h 0m 49 km 1
CHENGANNUR (CNGR) 20:45 20:50 5h 0m 62 km 1
TIRUVALLA (TRVL) 20:56 20:57 1h 0m 71 km 1
CHANGANASERI (CGY) 21:06 21:11 5h 0m 79 km 1
KOTTAYAM (KTYM) 21:32 21:35 3h 0m 96 km 1
ERNAKULAM TOWN (ERN) 22:55 23:00 5h 0m 158 km 1
ALUVA (AWY) 23:25 23:27 2h 0m 175 km 1
THRISUR (TCR) 00:22 00:25 3h 0m 230 km 2
PALAKKAD JN (PGT) 01:55 02:05 10h 0m 307 km 2
PODANUR JN (PTJ) 03:33 03:35 2h 0m 356 km 2
TIRUPPUR (TUP) 04:15 04:20 5h 0m 399 km 2
ERODE JN (ED) 05:05 05:15 10h 0m 449 km 2
SALEM JN (SA) 06:12 06:15 3h 0m 512 km 2
JOLARPETTAI JN (JTJ) 08:23 08:25 2h 0m 632 km 2
KATPADI JN (KPD) 09:33 09:35 2h 0m 716 km 2
RENIGUNTA JN (RU) 11:55 12:00 5h 0m 848 km 2
GUDUR JN (GDR) 13:45 13:47 2h 0m 932 km 2
NELLORE (NLR) 14:20 14:23 3h 0m 970 km 2
ONGOLE (OGL) 15:53 15:55 2h 0m 1086 km 2
TENALI JN (TEL) 17:25 17:27 2h 0m 1193 km 2
VIJAYAWADA JN (BZA) 18:05 18:15 10h 0m 1224 km 2
ELURU (EE) 19:13 19:15 2h 0m 1284 km 2
RAJAHMUNDRY (RJY) 20:40 20:42 2h 0m 1374 km 2
SAMALKOT JN (SLO) 21:25 21:27 2h 0m 1424 km 2
DUVVADA (DVD) 23:00 23:05 5h 0m 1557 km 2
PENDURTI (PDT) 23:43 23:45 2h 0m 1578 km 2
KOTTAVALASA (KTV) 00:03 00:05 2h 0m 1587 km 3
VIZIANAGRAM JN (VZM) 00:30 00:40 10h 0m 1621 km 3
CHIPURUPALLE (CPP) 01:05 01:07 2h 0m 1652 km 3
SRIKAKULAM ROAD (CHE) 02:00 -- -- 1691 km 3

What Is a Train Coach Position and Why Does It Matter?

A train coach position refers to the specific sequence of carriages (coaches) relative to the engine. For 08538 QLN CHE SPL, knowing the coach position is crucial because Indian railway platforms are often long. By knowing if your coach (like B1, A1, or S1) is near the engine or at the rear, you can save yourself from a last-minute sprint across the platform when the train arrives.

Simple Steps to Check the Coach Position of 08538 Online?

Checking the coach layout for QLN CHE SPL is easy with CoachMitra:

  • Step 1: Enter the train number 08538 in the search bar.
  • Step 2: View the visual sequence map which shows the 23 coaches in order.
  • Step 3: Note the "Distance from Engine" to identify if you need to stand at the start, middle, or end of the platform.

Things to Consider While Checking Train Coach Position

While the coach sequence for 08538 is generally stable, always keep these three things in mind:

  • Engine Direction: Ensure you check if the engine is at the front (standard for this route).
  • Rake Sharing: Some trains share coaches with others, which might slightly alter the sequence.
  • Platform Indicators: Match the coach code (e.g., H1) with the digital overhead displays on the platform for 100% accuracy.

Common Questions

How many stops does QLN CHE SPL 08538 have?
08538 QLN CHE SPL makes 31 scheduled station stops.
What’s the origin and destination station?
Starts from KOLLAM JN (QLN) and ends at SRIKAKULAM ROAD (CHE).
Is 08538 a daily train?
It runs on: Sun.