The Coimbatore to Vijayawada train route covers approximately 984 km by rail and takes around 17.9 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Tamil Nadu to Andhra Pradesh.
This is a medium-distance route with overnight trains being the most popular choice. Multiple train types operate on this route — from premium Rajdhani and Vande Bharat to affordable Sleeper and General class services.
Train tickets can be booked on IRCTC up to 120 days in advance. During peak seasons (October-March, festivals, summer holidays), tickets sell out quickly — book early for confirmed berths.
Book on IRCTCApproximate fares for the 984 km journey. Actual fares vary by train, season, and booking time. Tatkal fares are higher.
| Class | Description | Approx. Fare |
|---|---|---|
| 1AAC First Class | Private 2-berth cabins with door, premium bedding | ₹2,435 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹1,353 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹974 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹379 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹216 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹1,082 |
* Fares are approximate and may vary. Check IRCTC for exact pricing. Tatkal charges, GST, and dynamic pricing may apply.
| Train | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Runs | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Allapuzha Dhanbad Slip Express
#18190 · Exp
|
CBE |
BZA |
Daily | 2A,3A,SL | |
|
Navyug Express
#16687 · Exp
|
01:00 CBE |
16:00 BZA |
15h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Gurudev Express
#12659 · SF
|
01:00 CBE |
16:00 BZA |
15h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Himsagar Express
#16317 · Exp
|
01:00 CBE |
16:00 BZA |
15h 00m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
TRIVANDRUM - GUWAHATI SF Exp
#12507 · SF
|
01:30 CBE |
16:45 BZA |
15h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Trivandrum Shalimar Biweekly Express
#16323 · Exp
|
01:30 CBE |
16:45 BZA |
15h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KANNIYAKUMARI - DIBRUGARH Vivek Exp
#15905 · Exp
|
01:45 CBE |
16:00 BZA |
14h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
ERNAKULAM - PATNA Exp
#16359 · Exp
|
03:15 CBE |
20:05 BZA |
16h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Coimbatore-Jaipur Express
#12969 · SF
|
09:15 CBE |
00:10 BZA |
14h 55m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Alappuzha Dhanbad Tatanagar Express Slip
#13352-Slip · Exp
|
12:00 CBE |
07:10 BZA |
19h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
ALAPPUZHA - DHANBAD (Bokaro) Express
#13352 · Exp
|
12:00 CBE |
07:10 BZA |
19h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ernakulam-Bilaspur Express
#22816 · SF
|
13:30 CBE |
03:55 BZA |
14h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Raptisagar Express
#12522 · SF
|
15:20 CBE |
06:05 BZA |
14h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Rapti Sagar Expres
#12512 · SF
|
15:20 CBE |
06:05 BZA |
14h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ahilyanagari Express
#16326 · Exp
|
15:20 CBE |
06:05 BZA |
14h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Trivandrum-Korba Express
#16328 · Exp
|
15:20 CBE |
06:05 BZA |
14h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kerala Express
#12625 · SF
|
20:00 CBE |
10:00 BZA |
14h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ernakulam-Patna Express
#16309 · Exp
|
21:35 CBE |
13:05 BZA |
15h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
RIVANDRUM - GUWAHATI Exp
#12515 · SF
|
21:35 CBE |
13:05 BZA |
15h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Millennium Expres
#12645 · SF
|
23:45 CBE |
14:15 BZA |
14h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Swarna Jayanthi Express
#12643 · SF
|
23:45 CBE |
14:15 BZA |
14h 30m | Daily | 3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 21 trains.
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Official resources for Indian Railways travel:
IRCTC — Book train tickets online, check PNR status
National Train Enquiry System — Live train status, schedule, seat availability
ConfirmTkt — PNR prediction and alternative route suggestions
Indian Railways — Official website of Ministry of Railways