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| frequency = Bi-weekly | | frequency = Bi-weekly | ||
| class = AC 2 tier, AC 3 tier, Sleeper | | class = AC 2 tier, AC 3 tier, Sleeper class, General Unreserved | ||
| seating = Yes | | seating = Yes | ||
| sleeping = Yes | | sleeping = Yes | ||
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The 16507 / 16508 '''Jodhpur–Bangalore City Express''' is an [[Express trains in India|Express]] train belonging to [[Indian Railways]] [[South Western Railway zone]] that runs between {{stnlnk|Jodhpur Junction}} and {{stnlnk|Bangalore City}} in India.<ref>{{cite news | url=https://ahmedabadmirror.indiatimes.com/ahmedabad/civic/articleshow/49210387.cms | title=1 Injured, 31 Trains disrupted as portion of Khokhra Railway bridge collapses | newspaper=Ahmedabad Mirror | date=4 October 2015 | accessdate=29 November 2018 }}</ref> | The 16507 / 16508 '''Jodhpur–Bangalore City Express''' is an [[Express trains in India|Express]] train belonging to [[Indian Railways]] [[South Western Railway zone]] that runs between {{stnlnk|Jodhpur Junction}} and {{stnlnk|Bangalore City}} in India.<ref>{{cite news | url=https://ahmedabadmirror.indiatimes.com/ahmedabad/civic/articleshow/49210387.cms | title=1 Injured, 31 Trains disrupted as portion of Khokhra Railway bridge collapses | newspaper=Ahmedabad Mirror | date=4 October 2015 | accessdate=29 November 2018 }}</ref> | ||
It operates as train number 16507 from Jodhpur Junction to Bangalore City and as train number 16508 in the reverse direction serving the states of [[Rajasthan]], [[Gujarat]], [[Maharashtra]] & [[Karnataka]]. | It operates as train number 16507 from Jodhpur Junction to Bangalore City and as train number 16508 in the reverse direction, serving the states of [[Rajasthan]], [[Gujarat]], [[Maharashtra]] & [[Karnataka]]. | ||
==Coaches== | ==Coaches== | ||
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* 2 AC II Tier | * 2 AC II Tier | ||
* 3 AC III Tier | * 3 AC III Tier | ||
* 11 Sleeper | * 11 Sleeper coaches | ||
* 1 Pantry | * 1 Pantry car | ||
* 4 General Unreserved | * 4 General Unreserved | ||
* 2 Seating cum Luggage Rake | * 2 Seating cum Luggage Rake | ||
Latest revision as of 14:33, 14 July 2021
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| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Service type | Express |
| Locale | Karnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat & Rajasthan |
| Current operator(s) | South Western Railways |
| Route | |
| Start | Jodhpur Junction (JU) |
| Stops | 44 |
| End | Bangalore City (SBC) |
| Distance travelled | 2,109 km (1,310 mi) |
| Average journey time | 44 hours 35 mins |
| Service frequency | Bi-weekly |
| Train number(s) | 16507 / 16508 |
| On-board services | |
| Class(es) | AC 2 tier, AC 3 tier, Sleeper class, General Unreserved |
| Seating arrangements | Yes |
| Sleeping arrangements | Yes |
| Catering facilities | Pantry car, E-catering, On-board catering |
| Observation facilities | Large windows |
| Technical | |
| Rolling stock | LHB coaches |
| Track gauge | 1,676 mm (5 ft 6 in) |
| Operating speed | 46 km/h (29 mph) average with halts |
The 16507 / 16508 Jodhpur–Bangalore City Express is an Express train belonging to Indian Railways South Western Railway zone that runs between Jodhpur Junction and Bangalore City in India.[1]
It operates as train number 16507 from Jodhpur Junction to Bangalore City and as train number 16508 in the reverse direction, serving the states of Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra & Karnataka.
Coaches[edit | edit source]
The train has standard ICF rakes with a max speed of 110 kmph. The train consists of 24 coaches:[2]
- 1 AC First Class
- 2 AC II Tier
- 3 AC III Tier
- 11 Sleeper coaches
- 1 Pantry car
- 4 General Unreserved
- 2 Seating cum Luggage Rake
As is customary with most train services in India, coach composition may be amended at the discretion of Indian Railways depending on demand.
Service[edit | edit source]
- The 16507/Jodhpur–Bangalore City Express covers the distance of 2,109 km (1,310 mi) in 46 hours 05 mins (46 km/hr).
- The 16508/Bangalore City–Jodhpur Express covers the distance of 2,109 km (1,310 mi) in 43 hours 00 mins (49 km/hr).
As the average speed of the train is lower than 55 km/h (34 mph), as per railway rules, its fare doesn't includes a Superfast surcharge.
Routing[edit | edit source]
The 16507/08 Jodhpur–Bangalore City Express runs from Jodhpur Junction via Luni Junction, Marwar Junction, Ahmedabad Junction, Vadodara Junction, Surat, Vasai Road, Kalyan Junction, Pune Junction, Miraj Junction, Hubli Junction, Arsikere Junction, Yesvantpur Junction to Bangalore City.
Schedule[edit | edit source]
| Train number | Station code | Departure station | Departure time | Departure day | Arrival station | Arrival time | Arrival day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16507 | JU | Jodhpur Junction | 05:10 AM | Thu,Sat | Bangalore City | 03:15 AM | Sat,Mon |
| 16508 | SBC | Bangalore City | 21:50 PM | Mon,Wed | Jodhpur Junction | 16:50 PM | Wed,Fri |
Rake sharing[edit | edit source]
The train shares its rake with;
- 16573/16574 Yesvantpur–Puducherry Weekly Express,
- 16533/16534 Jodhpur–Bangalore City Express (via Guntakal),
- 16505/16506 Gandhidham–Bangalore City Express,
- 16531/16532 Ajmer–Bangalore City Garib Nawaz Express.
Traction[edit | edit source]
As the route is going to electrification, a Hubli-based WDP-4D diesel locomotive pulls the train to its destination.
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "1 Injured, 31 Trains disrupted as portion of Khokhra Railway bridge collapses". Ahmedabad Mirror. 4 October 2015. Retrieved 29 November 2018.
- ↑ "जोधपूर-बेंगळुरू एक्स्प्रेस लुटली" [Jodhpur–Bengaluru Express]. Maharashtra Times. 22 February 2014. Retrieved 29 November 2018.
External links[edit | edit source]
- 16507/Jodhpur–Bangalore City Express at India Rail Info
- 16508/Bangalore City–Jodhpur Express at India Rail Info
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