The Cuttack to Vijayawada train route covers approximately 953 km by rail and takes around 17.3 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Odisha 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 953 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 | ₹2,359 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹1,310 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹943 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹367 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹210 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹1,048 |
* 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
HOWRAH - YESVANTPUR AC Duronto Exp
#12245 · Drnt
|
17:10 CTC |
05:08 BZA |
11h 58m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
HOWRAH - YESVANTPUR SF Exp
#12863 · SF
|
02:25 CTC |
16:45 BZA |
14h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
BHAGALPUR - YESVANTPUR Anga SF Exp
#12254 · SF
|
05:25 CTC |
18:45 BZA |
13h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
HOWRAH - VASCO DA GAMA Amravati Exp
#18047 · Exp
|
05:25 CTC |
18:45 BZA |
13h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-Puducherry Express
#12867 · SF
|
05:34 CTC |
18:45 BZA |
13h 11m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah Chennai Superfast Mail
#12839 · SF
|
05:40 CTC |
20:30 BZA |
14h 50m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Shalimar Tiruvananthapuram Express
#16324 · Exp
|
05:55 CTC |
20:40 BZA |
14h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
MUZAFFARPUR - YESVANTPUR Weekly Exp
#15228 · Exp
|
05:55 CTC |
20:40 BZA |
14h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Patna - Ernakulam Express
#16310 · Exp
|
05:55 CTC |
20:40 BZA |
14h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Shalimar-Nagercoil Gurudev Express
#12660 · SF
|
05:55 CTC |
20:40 BZA |
14h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
GUWAHATI - TRIVANDRUM CENTRAL EXP
#12516 · SF
|
06:53 CTC |
21:40 BZA |
14h 47m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
GUWAHATI - BENGALURU (Kaziranga) SF Express
#12510 · SF
|
06:53 CTC |
21:40 BZA |
14h 47m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
GUWAHATI - TRIVANDRUM SF Exp
#12508 · SF
|
06:53 CTC |
21:40 BZA |
14h 47m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
DIBRUGARH - BENGALURU CITY Weekly Exp
#15902 · Exp
|
06:53 CTC |
21:40 BZA |
14h 47m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
GUWAHATI - SECUNDERABAD Exp
#12514 · SF
|
06:53 CTC |
21:40 BZA |
14h 47m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah - Secunderabad Falaknuma SF Express
#12703 · SF
|
13:10 CTC |
03:20 BZA |
14h 10m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
DIBRUGARH - KANNIYAKUMARI Vivek Exp
#15906 · Exp
|
16:43 CTC |
07:15 BZA |
14h 32m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
New Jalpaiguri-Chennai SF Express
#12754 · SF
|
17:09 CTC |
07:15 BZA |
14h 06m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sangrami Expres
#12756 · SF
|
18:05 CTC |
08:30 BZA |
14h 25m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
East Coast Express
#18645 · Exp
|
19:00 CTC |
11:00 BZA |
16h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Coromandel Express
#12841 · SF
|
20:47 CTC |
10:20 BZA |
13h 33m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Santragachi-Tirupati Superfast Express
#22855 · SF
|
21:34 CTC |
10:40 BZA |
13h 06m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Shalimar-Tirupati Special
#08055 · SF
|
21:34 CTC |
10:40 BZA |
13h 06m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah Prasanti Nilayam SF Express
#12571 · SF
|
21:43 CTC |
10:40 BZA |
12h 57m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
HOWRAH - KANNIYAKUMARI SF Exp
#12665 · SF
|
21:54 CTC |
12:10 BZA |
14h 16m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-Tiruchirappalli Express
#12663 · SF
|
21:55 CTC |
12:10 BZA |
14h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
DIBRUGARH - CHENNAI EGMORE Weekly Exp
#15930 · Exp
|
21:56 CTC |
12:10 BZA |
14h 14m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
GUWAHATI - CHENNAI EGMORE Exp
#15630 · Exp
|
21:56 CTC |
12:10 BZA |
14h 14m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 28 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
