16568 SMET-TK UR EXP Coach Position
16568 mein coach position dekhein — mera coach platform par kahaan rukega? Engine se rear tak full rake layout.
SMET-TK UR EXP (16568) runs from SHIMOGA TOWN to TUMKUR in 05h 10m.
Coach Position & Platform Number of 16568 SMET-TK UR EXP Today
Find the coach position of 16568 SMET-TK UR 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 SHIMOGA TOWN, TUMKUR and every halt en route. Coach layout and platform information for 16568 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.
16568 Coach Layout · Engine to Brake Van
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How to Read 16568 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 16568:
| 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 16568 SMET-TK UR 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 | 16568 |
|---|---|
| Train Name | SMET-TK UR EXP |
| From | SHIMOGA TOWN (SMET) |
| To | TUMKUR (TK) |
| Departure | 04:00 |
| Arrival | 09:10 |
| Duration | 05h 10m |
| Classes | — |
| Type | MAIL_EXPRESS |
| Running Days | Daily |
Route & Stops
| # | Station | Code | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SHIMOGA TOWN | SMET | — | 04:00 | — | — |
| 2 | SHIMOGA | SME | 04:05 | 04:06 | 1min | 2 km |
| 3 | BHADRAVATI | BDVT | 04:23 | 04:25 | 2min | 19 km |
| 4 | MASARAHALLI | MSS | 04:31 | 04:32 | 1min | 24 km |
| 5 | TARIKERE JN | TKE | 04:46 | 04:48 | 2min | 39 km |
| 6 | KARANAHALLI | KRNH | 04:56 | 04:57 | 1min | 48 km |
| 7 | SIVAPUR | SPV | 05:03 | 05:04 | 1min | 53 km |
| 8 | BIRUR JN | RRB | 05:18 | 05:20 | 2min | 63 km |
| 9 | KADUR | DRU | 05:28 | 05:30 | 2min | 69 km |
| 10 | BALLEKERE HALT | BLKR | 05:39 | 05:40 | 1min | 76 km |
| 11 | DEVANUR | VNR | 05:49 | 05:50 | 1min | 86 km |
| 12 | BANAVAR | BVR | 05:59 | 06:00 | 1min | 93 km |
| 13 | ARSIKERE JN | ASK | 06:25 | 06:30 | 5min | 108 km |
| 14 | ADIHALLI | ADHL | 06:39 | 06:40 | 1min | 117 km |
| 15 | HONNAVALLI ROAD | HVL | 06:46 | 06:47 | 1min | 122 km |
| 16 | SREE SARADANAGAR HALT | SSNH | 06:56 | 06:57 | 1min | 132 km |
| 17 | TIPTUR | TTR | 07:03 | 07:05 | 2min | 134 km |
| 18 | BANASANKARAI HALT | BNK | 07:11 | 07:12 | 1min | 139 km |
| 19 | KARDI | RDI | 07:17 | 07:18 | 1min | 145 km |
| 20 | ARALAGUPPE | ARGP | 07:23 | 07:24 | 1min | 150 km |
| 21 | BANASANDRA | BSN | 07:40 | 07:41 | 1min | 155 km |
| 22 | AMMASANDRA | AMSA | 07:53 | 07:54 | 1min | 161 km |
| 23 | SAMPIGE ROAD | SPGR | 08:00 | 08:01 | 1min | 166 km |
| 24 | NITTUR | NTR | 08:09 | 08:10 | 1min | 177 km |
| 25 | GUBBI | GBB | 08:18 | 08:19 | 1min | 187 km |
| 26 | MALLASANDRA | MLSA | 08:27 | 08:28 | 1min | 195 km |
| 27 | HEGGERE HALT | HEI | 08:37 | 08:38 | 1min | 199 km |
| 28 | TUMKUR | TK | 09:10 | 09:10 | — | 205 km |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find my coach position in 16568 SMET-TK UR 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 16568 SMET-TK UR EXP arrive on?
Platform numbers for 16568 at SHIMOGA TOWN, TUMKUR 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 16568 have a pantry car?
Pantry car presence depends on the rake. The live chart for 16568 marks PC/RA/SLR coaches when the composition is published.
What classes are available on 16568?
SMET-TK UR EXP.