18646 - East Coast Express

The East Coast Express 18646 is a daily train that runs between Hyderabad Deccan in Telangana and Howrah Junction, West Bengal. The train gets its name from the route it runs, which is parallel to the eastern coast of India.

Timing and Distance

The train starts from Hyderabad Deccan Station (HYB) at 09:50 AM and reaches Howrah Junction (HWH) at 16:15 PM the next day. The train travels the distance of 1,592 kms in roughly 30 hours and 25 minutes.

Major Stations along the Route

During the 30-hour long journey, the train traverses through states like Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and West Bengal. This gives travelers a chance to witness the vast and serene panorama of East India. During the journey, the train stops at 58 stations. Some of the major stations along this route are:

• Secunderabad Junction
• Kazipet
• Vijayawada Junction
• Annavaram
• Visakhapatnam
• Sompeta
• Chilka
• Bhubaneswar
• Cuttack
• Soro
• Kharagpur Junction
• Mecheda

Average Ticket Prices

The average fares for the East Coast Express are:

• Second AC approximately INR 2,415
• Third AC roughly INR 1,645
• Sleeper Class around 615

The tatkal service is also available on East Coast Express. Tatkal fares on this train are:

• Second AC roughly INR 2,940
• Third AC around INR 2,065
• Sleeper Class approximately 790

Facilities Onboard

The train doesn’t feature a pantry car but IRCTC onboard catering and e-catering services are available. You can choose the food and beverages as per your convenience. Sleeping arrangements are made on the train, as pillows, sheets and blankets are provided to travelers. Also, there are charging stations in all the coaches for ease and convenience.

Additional Travel Information

As both Hyderabad Deccan and Howrah Junction are state capitals, leisure and business travelers prefer this train. Thus, during the festivals of Ugadi, Durga Puja, Dussehra, Diwali, and Kali Puja, the train is crowded. If you are planning to travel around these festivals, it is best to book tickets at least 45-60 days in advance, to get a confirmed ticket in the class of your choice.

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