The Visakhapatnam to Cuttack train route covers approximately 562 km by rail and takes around 10.2 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Andhra Pradesh to Odisha.
This is a medium-distance route with both day and overnight options available. Multiple train types operate on this route β 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 β book early for confirmed berths.
Book on IRCTCApproximate fares for the 562 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 | βΉ1,391 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | βΉ773 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | βΉ556 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | βΉ216 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | βΉ124 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | βΉ618 |
* 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
YESVANTPUR - HOWRAH AC Duronto Exp
#12246 Β· Drnt
|
VSKP |
10:09 CTC |
Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL | |
|
KANNIYAKUMARI - DIBRUGARH Vivek Exp
#15905 Β· Exp
|
VSKP |
08:10 CTC |
Daily | 2A,3A,SL | |
|
VASCO-DA-GAMA - HOWRAH Amaravati Exp
#18048 Β· Exp
|
VSKP |
15:55 CTC |
Daily | 2A,3A,SL | |
|
YESVANTPUR - BHAGALPUR Anga SF Exp
#12253 Β· SF
|
VSKP |
15:55 CTC |
Daily | 2A,3A,SL | |
|
Mysore - Howrah Special
#08004 Β· Exp
|
00:30 VSKP |
08:10 CTC |
7h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Falaknuma Express
#12704 Β· SF
|
03:50 VSKP |
11:22 CTC |
7h 32m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Tirupati-Kolkata Shalimar Special
#08056 Β· SF
|
09:35 VSKP |
17:00 CTC |
7h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KANYAKUMARI - KOL HOWRAH Weekly Exp
#12666 Β· SF
|
12:05 VSKP |
19:24 CTC |
7h 19m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
CHENNAI EGMORE - GUWAHATI Exp
#15629 Β· Exp
|
12:05 VSKP |
19:24 CTC |
7h 19m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Tiruchirappalli-Howrah Express
#12664 Β· SF
|
12:05 VSKP |
19:27 CTC |
7h 22m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
CHENNAI EGMORE - DIBRUGARH Weekly Exp
#15929 Β· Exp
|
12:05 VSKP |
19:24 CTC |
7h 19m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai-Howrah SF Mail
#12840 Β· SF
|
13:20 VSKP |
21:20 CTC |
8h 00m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Visakhapatnam-Shalimar Express
#22854 Β· SF
|
13:45 VSKP |
21:30 CTC |
7h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
YESVANTPUR - HOWRAH SF Exp
#12864 Β· SF
|
16:15 VSKP |
23:15 CTC |
7h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
BENGALURU - GUWAHATI (Kaziranga) SF Express
#12509 Β· SF
|
19:45 VSKP |
03:11 CTC |
7h 26m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
RIVANDRUM - GUWAHATI Exp
#12515 Β· SF
|
19:45 VSKP |
03:11 CTC |
7h 26m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
SECUNDERABAD - GUWAHATI Exp
#12513 Β· SF
|
19:45 VSKP |
03:11 CTC |
7h 26m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ernakulam-Patna Express
#16309 Β· Exp
|
19:45 VSKP |
03:11 CTC |
7h 26m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Coromandel Express
#12842 Β· SF
|
22:10 VSKP |
05:22 CTC |
7h 12m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Trivandrum Shalimar Biweekly Express
#16323 Β· Exp
|
23:25 VSKP |
07:22 CTC |
7h 57m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
YESVANTPUR - MUZAFFARPUR Weekly Exp
#15227 Β· Exp
|
23:25 VSKP |
07:22 CTC |
7h 57m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Gurudev Express
#12659 Β· SF
|
23:25 VSKP |
07:22 CTC |
7h 57m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
BENGALURU - NEW TINSUKIA Weekly Exp
#15901 Β· Exp
|
23:25 VSKP |
07:22 CTC |
7h 57m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
TRIVANDRUM - GUWAHATI SF Exp
#12507 Β· SF
|
23:25 VSKP |
07:22 CTC |
7h 57m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
East Coast Express
#18646 Β· Exp
|
23:55 VSKP |
08:06 CTC |
8h 11m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 25 trains.
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Official resources for Indian Railways travel:
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