15556 BMKI-PPTA INTERCITY EXP Coach Position
15556 mein coach position dekhein — mera coach platform par kahaan rukega? Engine se rear tak full rake layout.
BMKI-PPTA INTERCITY EXP (15556) runs from BAPUDHAM MOTIHARI to PATLIPUTRA in 03h 40m.
Coach Position & Platform Number of 15556 BMKI-PPTA INTERCITY EXP Today
Find the coach position of 15556 BMKI-PPTA INTERCITY EXP — 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 BAPUDHAM MOTIHARI, PATLIPUTRA and every halt en route. Coach layout and platform information for 15556 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.
15556 Coach Layout · Engine to Brake Van
Latest rake composition for 15556 BMKI-PPTA INTERCITY EXP.
Total 12 coaches · 12 general (GEN). ⏱ See vacant berths per coach → (live, ~4 hrs before departure).
Platform Number for 15556 at Each Station
Platform (PF) at which 15556 BMKI-PPTA INTERCITY EXP halts, along the BAPUDHAM MOTIHARI → PATLIPUTRA route.
| # | Station | Platform | Divyangjan Coach Pos |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BMKI | PF 1 | |
| 3 | JDR | PF 1 | |
| 6 | PPA | PF 1 | |
| 8 | CAA | PF 1 | |
| 10 | MAI | PF 1 | |
| 12 | MTR | PF 2 | |
| 17 | MFP | PF 6 | |
| 18 | RD | PF 2 | |
| 27 | HJP | PF 3 | |
| 28 | SEE | PF 4 | |
| 31 | PPTA | PF 3 |
Platforms can change at the last minute — verify on the station announcement board.
How to Read 15556 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 15556:
| 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 15556 BMKI-PPTA INTERCITY EXP, 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 | 15556 |
|---|---|
| Train Name | BMKI-PPTA INTERCITY EXP |
| From | BAPUDHAM MOTIHARI (BMKI) |
| To | PATLIPUTRA (PPTA) |
| Departure | 05:55 |
| Arrival | 09:35 |
| Duration | 03h 40m |
| Classes | — |
| Type | MAIL_EXPRESS |
| Running Days | Daily |
Route & Stops
| # | Station | Code | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BAPUDHAM MOTIHARI | BMKI | — | 06:00 | — | — |
| 2 | JIWDHARA | JDR | 06:07 | 06:08 | 1min | 9 km |
| 3 | PIPRA | PPA | 06:18 | 06:20 | 2min | 22 km |
| 4 | CHAKIA | CAA | 06:31 | 06:33 | 2min | 32 km |
| 5 | MEHSI | MAI | 06:44 | 06:46 | 2min | 41 km |
| 6 | MUZAFFARPUR JN | MFP | 07:30 | 07:40 | 10min | 80 km |
| 7 | RAM DAYALU NAGAR | RD | 07:48 | 07:50 | 2min | 86 km |
| 8 | HAJIPUR JN | HJP | 08:30 | 08:35 | 5min | 134 km |
| 9 | SONPUR JN | SEE | 08:43 | 08:45 | 2min | 139 km |
| 10 | PATLIPUTRA | PPTA | 09:30 | 09:30 | — | 155 km |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find my coach position in 15556 BMKI-PPTA INTERCITY EXP?
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 15556 BMKI-PPTA INTERCITY EXP arrive on?
Platform numbers for 15556 at BAPUDHAM MOTIHARI, PATLIPUTRA 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 15556 have a pantry car?
Pantry car presence depends on the rake. The live chart for 15556 marks PC/RA/SLR coaches when the composition is published.
What classes are available on 15556?
BMKI-PPTA INTERCITY EXP.