08508 SHM SUMMER SPL Coach Position
SHM SUMMER SPL (08508) runs from VISAKHAPATNAM to KOLKATA SHALIMAR in 15h 40m · classes: 2A, 3A, SL.
Coach Position & Platform Number of 08508 SHM SUMMER SPL Today
Find the coach position of 08508 SHM SUMMER SPL — the order in which coaches like S1, S2, B1, B2, A1, M1, GEN, SLR are arranged in the rake from the engine — along with the platform number at VISAKHAPATNAM, KOLKATA SHALIMAR and every halt en route. Coach layout and platform information for 08508 is published on the live chart approximately 4 hours before departure.
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Coach order is fixed by the rake; coach positions and platform numbers become accurate ~4 hrs before departure when Indian Railways prepares the chart.
How to Read 08508 Coach Position
On the live chart, coaches are listed in order from engine → brake van. The first coach after the loco is usually SLR/EOG, followed by general (GEN), sleeper (S1–S11), 3AC (B1–B3), 2AC (A1–A2), 1AC (H1), pantry car (PC), and another SLR at the rear. Coach codes you'll see for 08508:
| Code | Class | Typical Position |
|---|---|---|
| H1, HA1 | 1AC — First AC | Near engine (premium, fewest coaches) |
| A1, A2, A3 | 2AC — Second AC Two-Tier | Front-middle of rake |
| B1, B2, B3, B4, B5 | 3AC — Third AC Three-Tier | Middle of rake |
| M1, M2 | 3E — 3AC Economy | Middle of rake (newer coaches) |
| S1, S2 … S11 | SL — Sleeper Class | Middle to rear of rake |
| C1, C2 … C8 | CC — AC Chair Car (Shatabdi/Vande Bharat/Tejas) | Most coaches in the rake |
| D1, D2 … D14 | 2S — Second Seating (Jan Shatabdi/Intercity) | Most coaches in the rake |
| E1, E2 | EC — Executive Chair Car | Centre of rake (premium chair) |
| GEN, GS, UR | 2S General — Unreserved | Either end (next to SLR) |
| SLR, EOG | Brake Van / Power Car (luggage + disabled berth) | Both ends of the rake |
| PC, RA | Pantry Car / Catering | Centre (where AC + sleeper meet) |
Tip: For 08508 SHM SUMMER SPL, check the live chart 4 hours before departure to see which platform side the engine will be — this tells you whether to walk towards the front or rear of the platform to reach your coach quickly.
Train Details
| Train Number | 08508 |
|---|---|
| Train Name | SHM SUMMER SPL |
| From | VISAKHAPATNAM (VSKP) |
| To | KOLKATA SHALIMAR (SHM) |
| Departure | 11:20 |
| Arrival | 03:00 |
| Duration | 15h 40m |
| Classes | 2A, 3A, SL |
| Type | MAIL_EXPRESS |
| Running Days | Tue |
Route & Stops
| # | Station | Code | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VISAKHAPATNAM | VSKP | — | 11:20 | — | — |
| 2 | SIMHACHALAM | SCM | 11:36 | 11:38 | 2min | 8 km |
| 3 | VIZIANAGRAM JN | VZM | 12:08 | 12:10 | 2min | 61 km |
| 4 | CHIPURUPALLE | CPP | 12:35 | 12:37 | 2min | 92 km |
| 5 | SRIKAKULAM ROAD | CHE | 13:08 | 13:10 | 2min | 131 km |
| 6 | PALASA | PSA | 14:15 | 14:17 | 2min | 203 km |
| 7 | BRAHMAPUR | BAM | 15:20 | 15:25 | 5min | 277 km |
| 8 | BALUGAON | BALU | 16:20 | 16:22 | 2min | 353 km |
| 9 | KHURDA ROAD JN | KUR | 17:40 | 17:45 | 5min | 424 km |
| 10 | BHUBANESWAR | BBS | 18:15 | 18:20 | 5min | 443 km |
| 11 | CUTTACK | CTC | 19:00 | 19:05 | 5min | 471 km |
| 12 | JAJPUR KEONJHAR ROAD | JJKR | 20:00 | 20:02 | 2min | 543 km |
| 13 | BHADRAKH | BHC | 21:10 | 21:12 | 2min | 586 km |
| 14 | BALASORE | BLS | 21:50 | 21:52 | 2min | 648 km |
| 15 | KHARAGPUR JN | KGP | 00:45 | 00:55 | 10min | 767 km |
| 16 | SANTRAGACHI JN | SRC | 02:18 | 02:20 | 2min | 875 km |
| 17 | KOLKATA SHALIMAR | SHM | 03:00 | 03:00 | — | 880 km |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find my coach position in 08508 SHM SUMMER SPL?
Coach position (S1, B2, A1, M1…) is fixed by the rake composition and shown on the live chart from about 4 hours before departure. The chart view shows engine direction, coach order and platform position.
Which platform does 08508 SHM SUMMER SPL arrive on?
Platform numbers for 08508 at VISAKHAPATNAM, KOLKATA SHALIMAR and intermediate stops are published along with the rake composition. The platform list above shows the latest platform number for every halt on this train's route. Platforms can change at short notice — always confirm on the station display board.
Does 08508 have a pantry car?
Pantry car presence depends on the rake. The live chart for 08508 marks PC/RA/SLR coaches when the composition is published.
What classes are available on 08508?
SHM SUMMER SPL offers 2A, 3A, SL classes.