The 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express is India’s eighth (8th) semi-high-speed train, improving rail connectivity between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Departing from Secunderabad Junction, the train travels towards Visakhapatnam Junction, making five key stops along its journey. This advanced express train service was inaugurated on January 15, 2023.
Train Timetables and Schedules
Station Name | Arrival | Departure | Halt Time | Distance |
Secunderabad Junction | Start | 03:00 PM | -- | 0 km |
Warangal | 04:35 PM | 04:36 PM | 01 min | 144 km |
Khammam | 05:45 PM | 05:46 PM | 01 min | 252 km |
Vijayawada Junction | 06:50 PM | 06:55 PM | 05 min | 353 km |
Rajahmundry | 08:43 PM | 08:45 PM | 02 min | 503 km |
Samalkot Junction | 09:23 PM | 09:25 PM | 02 min | 553 km |
Visakhapatnam Junction | 11:35 PM | End | -- | 703 km |
Table of Contents
General Overview
The table below presents key specifications of the 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express, including its type, number, series, generation, manufacturer, operator, inaugural run date, and other essential details. This information provides passengers with a clear understanding of the train’s important attributes.
| Train Service | Vande Bharat Express (formerly known as Train18) |
| Train Type | Semi-High-Speed |
| Train Name | Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express |
| Train Number | 20834 |
| No. of Coaches | 20 |
| Train Series | Eighth (8th) Vande Bharat Express Train |
| Train Generation | Sixth 2nd Generation Train |
| Train Version | Vande Bharat 2.0 or VB2 |
| Designed By | Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) |
| Manufactured By | Integral Coach Factory (ICF) |
| Operated By | Indian Railways |
| Current Operator Zone | East Coast Railway (ECoR) |
| Inaugural Run | 15 January 2023 |
| Commercial Run | 16 January 2023 |
| Reverse Route | 20833 Visakhapatnam-Secunderabad Vande Bharat Express Train |
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Platform Number and Stops
In the table below, you’ll find the halts, station names, station codes, and platform numbers for the 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express. This information ensures passengers can plan their boarding and alighting at the correct platforms throughout the journey.
| Halt/Stops | Station Name | Station Code | *Platform Number |
| Start | Secunderabad Junction | SC | 10 |
| First | Warangal | WL | 1 |
| Second | Khammam | KMT | 1 |
| Third | Vijayawada Junction | BZA | 6 |
| Fourth | Rajahmundry | RJY | 3 |
| Fifth | Samalkot Junction | SLO | 1 |
| End | Visakhapatnam Junction | VSKP | 1 |
Note: *Platform numbers for the 20834 Vande Bharat Express may change. Please verify the platform information at the station before boarding.
Coach Position and Its Components | Train Reversed from Vijayawada Junction
Here’s a detailed table showing the coach positions and components of the 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express. The table covers coach serial numbers, positions, colors, seating capacities, travel classes, and seating arrangements, helping you easily locate your seat and class on board.
| Coach Serial Number | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
| Coach Position |  C1 | C2 | C3 | C4 | C5 | C6 | C7 | E1 | E2 | C8 | C9 | C10 | C11 | C12 | C13 | C14 | C15 | C16 | C17 | C18 |
| Coach Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Pink Color | Pink Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color | Aqua Color |
| Seating Capacity | 44 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 52 | 52 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 44 |
| Travel Class | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | EC | EC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC | CC |
| Seating Arrangement | 3×2 | 3×2 | 3×2 | 3×2 | 3×2 | 3×2 | 3×2 | 2×2 | 2×2 | 3×2 | 3×2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 | 3X2 |
*Note: The 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express undergoes a direction reversal at Vijayawada Junction during its journey. At this station, the direction of the train changes, and as a result, the coach position also gets reversed.
🔵 Coach Position Before Reversal: (Secunderabad → Vijayawada) C1 → C2 → C3 → C4 → C5 → C6 → C7 → E1 → E2 → C8 → C9 → C10 → C11 → C12 → C13 → C14 → C15 → C16 → C17 → C18
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
| C1 | C2 | C3 | C4 | C5 | C6 | C7 | E1 | E2 | C8 | C9 | C10 | C11 | C12 | C13 | C14 | C15 | C16 | C17 | C18 |
🔁 Coach Position After Reversal: (Vijayawada → Visakhapatnam) C18 → C17 → C16 → C15 → C14 → C13 → C12 → C11 → C10 → C9 → C8 → E2 → E1 → C7 → C6 → C5 → C4 → C3 → C2 → C1
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
| C18 | C17 | C16 | C15 | C14 | C13 | C12 | C11 | C10 | C9 | C8 | E2 | E1 | C7 | C6 | C5 | C4 | C3 | C2 | C1 |
Train Routes and Frequency
For those planning to travel on the 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express, the following table gives essential details about its route, frequency, and running days. It outlines the train’s path from origin to destination and the specific days it operates for passenger convenience.
| Train Routes | Secunderabad Junction 🡒 Warangal 🡒 Khammam 🡒 Vijayawada Junction 🡒 Rajahmundry 🡒 Samalkot Junction 🡒 Visakhapatnam Junction |
| Frequency | Six days a week (excluding Tuesdays) |
| Running Days | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday |
Speed and Distance
For those interested in the travel specifics of the 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express, the table below details the train’s average speed, maximum permissible speed, distance covered, and total travel time. This information helps passengers better understand the journey’s pace.
| Speed | Average: 81 km/h | Maximum: 130 km/h |
| Distance | 703 km |
| Travel Time | 8 hours 35 minutes |
Fares
The fare structure of the 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express includes AC Chair Car (CC) and Executive Chair Car (EC) options. The table below highlights ticket prices from the starting station to intermediate points and the final destination, ensuring clarity for passengers.
| Station (From/To) | CC Fare (₹) | EC Fare (₹) |
| Secunderabad Junction to Warangal | 520 | 1005 |
| Secunderabad Junction to Khammam | 750 | 1460 |
| Secunderabad Junction to Vijayawada Junction | 905 | 1775 |
| Secunderabad Junction to Rajahmundry | 1365 | 2485 |
| Secunderabad Junction to Samalkot Junction | 1465 | 2700 |
| Secunderabad Junction to Visakhapatnam Junction | 1665 | 3120 |
Note: Fares include all additional charges, such as catering fees and other related costs, applicable only for the general quota.
Connecting State and City
The table below provides details on the states/UTs and cities connected by the 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express. It includes information on journey days, total stops/halts, and intermediate stations from the source to the destination, helping passengers plan their trip effectively.
| Connecting State/UT | Telangana and Andhra Pradesh |
| Connecting City | Secunderabad and Visakhapatnam |
| Journey Days | Single Day |
| Intermediate Stations | 5 halts and 122 Intermediate Stations between Secunderabad Junction and Visakhapatnam Junction |
Features and Facilities
The 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express offers modern facilities for a comfortable journey. The table below provides details on coach classes, seating arrangements, and total capacity. It also includes information on onboard services like catering, entertainment, charging ports, baggage handling, sleeper class availability, and more.
| No. of Coaches | 20 |
| Coach Class(es) | The Vande Bharat Express is equipped with two types of coaches: AC Chair Car coaches, numbered from C1 to C18, and AC Executive Chair Car coaches designated as E1 and E2. |
| Coach Positions | The 20-coach position layout of the 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express is as follows: C1 → C2 → C3 → C4 → C5 → C6 → C7 → E1 → E2 → C8 → C9 → C10 → C11 → C12 → C13 → C14 → C15 → C16 → C17 → C18. In the 20-coach Vande Bharat Express, Coaches No. 1 to 7 (C1 to C7) are designated as Chair Car (CC). Coach No. 8 and 9 (E1 and E2) is reserved for Executive Class (EC), while Coaches No. 10 to 20 (C8 to C18) are also allocated as Chair Car (CC). *Note: The coach reversed at Vijayawada Junction (BZA), so the coach positions have also changed from this station to the destination, in reversed order (C1 → C18 becomes C18 → C1). |
| No of AC Chair Coach Classes | 18 |
| Seating Arrangement AC Chair Car | 3×2 |
| No of AC Executive Chair Car Coach Classes | 2 |
| Seating Arrangement AC Executive Chair Car | 2×2 |
| Total Passenger Seating Capacity | 1440 |
| Seating Passengers Capacity by Coach No | In the seating arrangement, both C1 and C18 coaches are designed for 44 passengers each. Moving to C2 through C17 coaches, these compartments offer spacious seating for 78 passengers each. Additionally, E2 and E1 coach is tailored to accommodate a total of 52 passengers comfortably. |
| AC Chair Coaches Color | Aqua Color |
| AC Executive Chair Coaches Color | Pink Color |
| Pantry/Catering facilities | Yes (On Board Catering/E-Catering) |
| Observation Facilities | Large Windows in All Coaches |
| Entertainment Facilities | On-board WiFi, Infotainment System, Reading Light, Electric, Outlets, Bottle Holder, Seat Pockets, and Tray Table. |
| Charging Facilities | Yes |
| Sleeping | No |
| Seating Arrangement | Airline Style, Rotatable seats |
| Baggage Facilities | Overhead Racks |
| Sleeper Classes | No |
| Other Facilities | KAVACH, Additional Parking Brakes and Traction Motor System, Smoke Alarms, CCTV Cameras, Bio-Vacuum Toilets, Sensor-based Water Taps, Roller Blinds, Automatic Doors, and Odour Control System. |
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
When does the 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express depart and arrive?
The 20834 Vande Bharat Express departs from Secunderabad Junction at 03:00 PM and arrives at Visakhapatnam Junction at 11:35 PM on the same day.
How often does the 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express run, and what are its operating days?
The 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express operates six days a week, from Wednesday to Monday. It does not run on Tuesdays.
How many stations does the 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express stop at, and what are the station names?
The 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express stops at five stations during its journey.
The names of the halt stations are: Warangal, Khammam, Vijayawada Junction, Rajahmundry, and Samalkot Junction.
How far is the 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express route, what is its speed, and how long does the journey take?
The train covers a total distance of approximately 703 kilometers in around 8 hours 35 minutes, maintaining an average speed of about 81 km/h. The maximum permissible speed on certain sections of the route can go up to 130 km/h.
What is the route of the 20834 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express from start to end?
The complete route of the 20834 Vande Bharat Express from start to end is: Secunderabad Junction 🡒 Warangal 🡒 Khammam 🡒 Vijayawada Junction 🡒 Rajahmundry 🡒 Samalkot Junction 🡒 Visakhapatnam Junction.
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