22853 Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF Express
Train Information
| Train number | 22853 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF Express |
| Train type | SUPERFAST |
| Source station | SHALIMAR (SHM) |
| Departure | 18:15 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | VISAKHAPATNAM (VSKP) |
| Arrival | 08:15 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 879 km |
| Journey duration | 14 hours |
| Scheduled stations | 16 |
| Intermediate stops | 14 |
| Railway zone | South Eastern Railway (SER) |
| Division | Kharagpur (KGP) |
| Running days | Tuesday |
| Travel classes | 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN |
Train 22853 Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF Express is a SUPERFAST type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from SHALIMAR at 6:15 PM. It arrives at its destination, VISAKHAPATNAM on Day 2 at 8:15 AM, covering a total distance of 879 km in 14 hours, with 14 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 22853 Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF Express runs on Tuesday and offers travel classes 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, 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 | 18:15 | 0 km | |
| 2 | SRC | SANTRAGACHI JN | Day 1 | 18:30 | 18:32 | 2 min | 5 km |
| 3 | KGP | KHARAGPUR JN | Day 1 | 20:00 | 20:05 | 5 min | 113 km |
| 4 | BLS | BALASORE | Day 1 | 21:25 | 21:30 | 5 min | 234 km |
| 5 | BHC | BHADRAKH | Day 1 | 22:25 | 22:27 | 2 min | 293 km |
| 6 | JJKR | JAJPUR K ROAD | Day 1 | 22:50 | 22:52 | 2 min | 337 km |
| 7 | CTC | CUTTACK | Day 2 | 00:05 | 00:10 | 5 min | 409 km |
| 8 | BBS | BHUBANESWAR | Day 2 | 00:45 | 00:50 | 5 min | 436 km |
| 9 | KUR | KHURDA ROAD JN | Day 2 | 01:00 | 01:10 | 10 min | 455 km |
| 10 | BAM | BRAHMAPUR | Day 2 | 02:50 | 02:52 | 2 min | 602 km |
| 11 | SPT | SOMPETA | Day 2 | 03:45 | 03:47 | 2 min | 644 km |
| 12 | PSA | PALASA | Day 2 | 04:20 | 04:22 | 2 min | 676 km |
| 13 | CHE | SRIKAKULAM ROAD | Day 2 | 05:23 | 05:25 | 2 min | 748 km |
| 14 | VZM | VIZIANAGRAM JN | Day 2 | 06:20 | 06:25 | 5 min | 818 km |
| 15 | SCM | SIMHACHALAM | Day 2 | 07:18 | 07:20 | 2 min | 871 km |
| 16 | VSKP | VISAKHAPATNAM | Day 2 | 08:15 | Destination | 879 km |
Train 22853 Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF Express starts its journey from SHALIMAR and terminates at VISAKHAPATNAM. The scheduled station sequence is: SHALIMAR, SANTRAGACHI JN, KHARAGPUR JN, BALASORE, BHADRAKH, JAJPUR K ROAD, CUTTACK, BHUBANESWAR, KHURDA ROAD JN, BRAHMAPUR, SOMPETA, PALASA, SRIKAKULAM ROAD, VIZIANAGRAM JN, SIMHACHALAM, VISAKHAPATNAM.
Coach Position and Composition
22853 Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF 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 10PC
- Position 11M1
- Position 12M2
- Position 13B1
- Position 14B2
- Position 15B3
- Position 16B4
- Position 17A1
- Position 18A2
- Position 19H1
- 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 | PC |
| 11 | M1 |
| 12 | M2 |
| 13 | B1 |
| 14 | B2 |
| 15 | B3 |
| 16 | B4 |
| 17 | A1 |
| 18 | A2 |
| 19 | H1 |
| 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 22853 Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF Express 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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| 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 22853 Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF Express departs from SHALIMAR at 6:15 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 22853 Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF Express terminates at VISAKHAPATNAM (VSKP).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 22853 Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF Express has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-GEN-GEN-S1-S2-S3-S4-S5-S6-PC-M1-M2-B1-B2-B3-B4-A1-A2-H1-GEN-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 22853 Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF Express covers a total distance of 879 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 22853 Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF Express operates on Tuesday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 22853 Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF Express has 14 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 22853 Shalimar - Visakhapatnam SF Express offers the following travel classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN.