First LHB Run of 16361 Ernakulam Velankanni Express 🚆- Travel Vlog

Описание: 🚆 Train Overview

Train Numbers: 16361 (Ernakulam → Velankanni) & 16362 (Velankanni → Ernakulam)

Frequency: Bi‑weekly

16361 departs Ernakulam Jn every Monday & Saturday at 13:00, arriving Velankanni at 05:40 next day

16362 returns from Velankanni every Sunday & Tuesday, arriving back at Ernakulam


Route & Distance: Travels ~690 km via ~31–33 stops, including Kottayam, Kollam, Sengottai, Tenkasi, Manamadurai, Karaikkudi, and Thiruvarur

Journey Time: Approx. 16 h 40 m (~16 ¾ h)

Average Speed: ~41 km/h



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🛡️ LHB Rake Upgrade

Since 7 July 2025, the train has been converted to modern LHB (Linke-Hofmann-Busch) coaches, improving passenger comfort and safety

New Composition:

1 × AC 2-tier

3 × AC 3-tier

8 × Sleeper class

4 × General second class

1 × Second class (disabled-friendly)

1 × Luggage/brake van




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⛪ Key Highlights

Overnight Connectivity: Convenient for pilgrims traveling from Kerala to Velankanni Church & Nagore Dargah

Bi‑weekly Schedule: Plan ahead—departures only twice a week.

Multiple Classes Available: AC 2‑tier, AC 3‑tier, Sleeper, and General.

Reversals En Route: Direction reverses at Kollam Junction and Nagapattinam/Thiruvarur section



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📅 Schedule at a Glance (Train 16361 – Ernakulam → Velankanni)

Station Arrive Depart Halt

Ernakulam Jn — 13:00 Start
Kottayam 14:00 14:03 3m
Changanasseri 14:22 14:23 1m
... ... ... ...
Kollam Jn 16:30 16:40 10m (longest halt)
Sengottai Jn 19:40 19:45 5m
Tenkasi Jn 19:58 20:00 2m
... ... ... ...
Velankanni 05:40 (Day 2) — End


(Full timetable includes about 33 stops)


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💡 Tips for Travellers

Booking: Available via IRCTC and other platforms. AC fares range ~₹1,040 (3A) to ₹1,475 (2A); Sleeper around ₹395

Catering: Pantry service is onboard.

Tatkal Quota: Available for last-minute booking.

Accessibility: Includes disabled-friendly coach and ample general seating.



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🎥 First LHB Run Video

Here’s a video showing the inaugural LHB coach run of 16361—check out the upgraded interiors:
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