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22853 • SHALIMAR to VISAKHAPATNAM

22853 SHM VSKP SF EXP Coach Position

Check the coach position and seat layout of Train 22853 SHM VSKP SF EXP online with CoachMitra. Find your coach location easily and plan your boarding hassle-free before your journey.

SHM SHALIMAR 18:15
14h 0m
VSKP VISAKHAPATNAM 08:15
23 Coaches
Runs: Tue
22853 Coach Sequence Map Engine Position: Front
ENGINE
LPR 1
LPR
GEN 2
Unreserved General Class
GEN 3
Unreserved General Class
S1 4
Sleeper Class
S2 5
Sleeper Class
S3 6
Sleeper Class
S4 7
Sleeper Class
S5 8
Sleeper Class
S6 9
Sleeper Class
PC 10
Pantry Car
B1 11
AC 3 Tier
B2 12
AC 3 Tier
B3 13
AC 3 Tier
B4 14
AC 3 Tier
M1 15
AC 3 Tier Economy
M2 16
AC 3 Tier Economy
A1 17
AC 2 Tier
A2 18
AC 2 Tier
H1 19
AC First Class
GEN 20
Unreserved General Class
GEN 21
Unreserved General Class
SLRD 22
SLRD
Engine
AC 1A
AC 2A
AC 3A
AC 3E
Executive CC
Chair Car
Sleeper
2S
General
SLR
Generator
Pantry
Vistadome
Parcel
Special
Other

22853 Time Table

StationArr.Dep.HaltDist.Day
SHALIMAR (SHM) -- 18:15 -- 0 km 1
SANTRAGACHI JN (SRC) 18:30 18:32 2h 0m 6 km 1
KHARAGPUR JN (KGP) 20:00 20:05 5h 0m 113 km 1
BALESHWAR (BLS) 21:25 21:30 5h 0m 232 km 1
BHADRAK (BHC) 22:25 22:27 2h 0m 294 km 1
JAJPUR K ROAD (JJKR) 22:50 22:52 2h 0m 337 km 1
CUTTACK (CTC) 00:05 00:10 5h 0m 409 km 2
BHUBANESWAR (BBS) 00:45 00:50 5h 0m 437 km 2
KHURDA ROAD JN (KUR) 01:00 01:10 10h 0m 456 km 2
BRAHMAPUR (BAM) 02:50 02:52 2h 0m 603 km 2
SOMPETA (SPT) 03:45 03:47 2h 0m 645 km 2
PALASA (PSA) 04:20 04:22 2h 0m 677 km 2
SRIKAKULAM ROAD (CHE) 05:23 05:25 2h 0m 750 km 2
VIZIANAGRAM JN (VZM) 06:20 06:25 5h 0m 819 km 2
SIMHACHALAM (SCM) 07:18 07:20 2h 0m 872 km 2
VISAKHAPATNAM (VSKP) 08:15 -- -- 880 km 2

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 22853 SHM VSKP SF EXP, 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 22853 Online?

Checking the coach layout for SHM VSKP SF EXP is easy with CoachMitra:

  • Step 1: Enter the train number 22853 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 22853 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 SHM VSKP SF EXP 22853 have?
22853 SHM VSKP SF EXP makes 16 scheduled station stops.
What’s the origin and destination station?
Starts from SHALIMAR (SHM) and ends at VISAKHAPATNAM (VSKP).
Is 22853 a daily train?
It runs on: Tue.