Simhapuri Express

The 12709 / 12710 Simhapuri Express is a superfast train operated by South Central Railways of Indian Railways between Secunderabad and Gudur in Nellore District of Andhra Pradesh.

Simhapuri Express
Simhapuri express train board
Overview
Service typeSuperfast
LocaleAndhra Pradesh & Telangana
First service27 October 2005 (2005-10-27)
Current operator(s)South Central Railways
Route
StartSecunderabad (SC)
Stops15
EndGudur (GDR)
Distance travelled643 km (400 mi)
Average journey time10 hours 45 mins
Service frequencyDaily
On-board services
Class(es)AC 2 Tier, AC 3 Tier, Sleeper Class, General Unreserved
Seating arrangementsYes
Sleeping arrangementsNo
Catering facilitiesE-Catering
Observation facilitiesRake sharing with 17057/17058 Devagiri Express
Baggage facilitiesAvailable
Technical
Rolling stockICF Coaches
Track gauge1,676 mm (5 ft 6 in)
Operating speed59 km/h (37 mph) average including halts
Route map

Route & Halts

The train runs from Secunderabad Junction via Kazipet Junction, Warangal, Khammam, Vijayawada Junction, Tenali Junction, Bapatla, Chirala, Ongole, Singarayakonda, Kavali, Bitragunta, Nellore, Vedayapalem to Gudur Junction

Traction

Both trains are hauled by a Lallaguda based WAP 7 or Vijayawada based WAP 4 locomotive from end to end.

Rake sharing

The train shares its rake with 17057/17058 Devagiri Express.

Rakes

Luggage/Brake Van - 2, General or II class - 3, AC III Tier - 2, AC II Tier - 2, First Class cum AC II Tier - 1 and Sleeper Class - 14.

Rake sharing with Devagiri Express
Simhapuri Express
Simhapuri Express

 

References

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