16342 TVC GUV EXP Coach Position
16342 mein coach position dekhein — mera coach platform par kahaan rukega? Engine se rear tak full rake layout.
TVC GUV EXP (16342) runs from TRIVANDRUM CENTRAL to GURUVAYUR in 06h 50m · classes: SL, EC.
Coach Position & Platform Number of 16342 TVC GUV EXP Today
Find the coach position of 16342 TVC GUV 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 TRIVANDRUM CENTRAL, GURUVAYUR and every halt en route. Coach layout and platform information for 16342 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.
16342 Coach Layout · Engine to Brake Van
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How to Read 16342 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 16342:
| 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 16342 TVC GUV 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 | 16342 |
|---|---|
| Train Name | TVC GUV EXP |
| From | TRIVANDRUM CENTRAL (TVC) |
| To | GURUVAYUR (GUV) |
| Departure | 17:30 |
| Arrival | 00:20 |
| Duration | 06h 50m |
| Classes | SL, EC |
| Type | MAIL_EXPRESS |
| Running Days | Daily |
Route & Stops
| # | Station | Code | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TRIVANDRUM CENTRAL | TVC | — | 17:30 | — | — |
| 2 | VARKALA SIVAGIRI | VAK | 18:02 | 18:03 | 1min | 41 km |
| 3 | PARAVUR | PVU | 18:13 | 18:14 | 1min | 53 km |
| 4 | MAYYANAD | MYY | 18:17 | 18:18 | 1min | 56 km |
| 5 | KOLLAM JN | QLN | 18:26 | 18:28 | 2min | 65 km |
| 6 | MUNROTURUTTU | MQO | 18:40 | 18:41 | 1min | 80 km |
| 7 | KARUNAGAPALLI | KPY | 18:54 | 18:55 | 1min | 92 km |
| 8 | KAYANKULAM JN | KYJ | 19:08 | 19:10 | 2min | 106 km |
| 9 | HARIPPAD | HAD | 19:29 | 19:30 | 1min | 119 km |
| 10 | AMBALAPUZHA | AMPA | 19:54 | 19:55 | 1min | 137 km |
| 11 | ALLEPPEY | ALLP | 20:13 | 20:15 | 2min | 149 km |
| 12 | MARARIKULAM | MAKM | 20:29 | 20:30 | 1min | 162 km |
| 13 | CHERTHALA | SRTL | 20:42 | 20:43 | 1min | 173 km |
| 14 | TURAVUR | TUVR | 20:54 | 20:55 | 1min | 183 km |
| 15 | ERNAKULAM JN | ERS | 21:30 | 21:35 | 5min | 206 km |
| 16 | ALUVA | AWY | 21:55 | 21:57 | 2min | 225 km |
| 17 | ANGAMALI | AFK | 22:07 | 22:08 | 1min | 234 km |
| 18 | CHALAKUDI | CKI | 22:23 | 22:24 | 1min | 250 km |
| 19 | IRINJALAKUDA | IJK | 22:33 | 22:34 | 1min | 256 km |
| 20 | THRISSUR | TCR | 23:12 | 23:14 | 2min | 280 km |
| 21 | THRISSUR PUNKUNNAM | PNQ | 23:24 | 23:25 | 1min | 282 km |
| 22 | GURUVAYUR | GUV | 00:20 | 00:20 | — | 303 km |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find my coach position in 16342 TVC GUV 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 16342 TVC GUV EXP arrive on?
Platform numbers for 16342 at TRIVANDRUM CENTRAL, GURUVAYUR 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 16342 have a pantry car?
Pantry car presence depends on the rake. The live chart for 16342 marks PC/RA/SLR coaches when the composition is published.
What classes are available on 16342?
TVC GUV EXP offers SL, EC classes.