Simhapuri Express
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The 12709 / 12710 Simhapuri Express is a Express train operated by South Central Railways of Indian Railways between Secunderabad and Gudur in Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh.
 Simhapuri express train board | |||||
| Overview | |||||
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| Service type | Express | ||||
| Locale | Andhra Pradesh & Telangana | ||||
| First service | 27 October 2005 | ||||
| Current operator(s) | South Central Railways | ||||
| Route | |||||
| Start | Secunderabad (SC) | ||||
| Stops | 15 | ||||
| End | Gudur (GDR) | ||||
| Distance travelled | 643 km (400 mi) | ||||
| Average journey time | 10 hours 45 mins | ||||
| Service frequency | Daily | ||||
| On-board services | |||||
| Class(es) | AC 2 Tier, AC 3 Tier, Sleeper Class, General Unreserved | ||||
| Seating arrangements | Yes | ||||
| Sleeping arrangements | No | ||||
| Catering facilities | E-catering | ||||
| Observation facilities | Rake sharing with 17057/17058 Devagiri Express | ||||
| Baggage facilities | Available | ||||
| Technical | |||||
| Rolling stock | ICF coaches | ||||
| Track gauge | Template:Railgauge | ||||
| Operating speed | 59 km/h (37 mph) average including halts | ||||
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Route & HaltsEdit
The train runs from Secunderabad Junction via Kazipet Junction, Warangal, Khammam, Vijayawada Junction, Tenali Junction, Bapatla, Chirala, Ongole, Singarayakonda, Kavali, Bitragunta, Nellore, Vedayapalem to Gudur Junction
TractionEdit
Both trains are hauled by a Lallaguda based WAP-7 locomotive from end to end.
Rake sharingEdit
The train shares its rake with 17057/17058 Devagiri Express.
RakesEdit
Luggage/Brake Van – 2, General or II class – 3, AC III Tier – 2, AC II Tier – 2, First Class cum AC II Tier – 1 and Sleeper Class – 14.
