20683 TBM SCT SF EXP Coach Position
TBM SCT SF EXP (20683) runs from TAMBARAM to SENGOTTAI in 14h 00m · classes: 2A, 3E, SL.
Coach Position & Platform Number of 20683 TBM SCT SF EXP Today
Find the coach position of 20683 TBM SCT SF 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 TAMBARAM, SENGOTTAI and every halt en route. Coach layout and platform information for 20683 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 20683 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 20683:
| 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 20683 TBM SCT SF 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 | 20683 |
|---|---|
| Train Name | TBM SCT SF EXP |
| From | TAMBARAM (TBM) |
| To | SENGOTTAI (SCT) |
| Departure | 20:50 |
| Arrival | 10:50 |
| Duration | 14h 00m |
| Classes | 2A, 3E, SL |
| Type | SUPERFAST |
| Running Days | Tue, Thu, Sun |
Route & Stops
| # | Station | Code | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TAMBARAM | TBM | — | 20:50 | — | — |
| 2 | CHENGALPATTU | CGL | 21:18 | 21:20 | 2min | 31 km |
| 3 | VILLUPURAM JN | VM | 22:48 | 22:50 | 2min | 134 km |
| 4 | TIRUPADRIPULYUR | TDPR | 23:29 | 23:30 | 1min | 177 km |
| 5 | CHIDAMBARAM | CDM | 00:03 | 00:05 | 2min | 219 km |
| 6 | MAYILADUTURAI JN | MV | 00:58 | 01:00 | 2min | 256 km |
| 7 | THIRUVARUR JN | TVR | 01:50 | 02:00 | 10min | 295 km |
| 8 | TIRUTURAIPDI JN | TTP | 02:26 | 02:28 | 2min | 320 km |
| 9 | MUTUPET | MTT | 02:46 | 02:47 | 1min | 343 km |
| 10 | PATTUKOTTAI | PKT | 03:12 | 03:14 | 2min | 369 km |
| 11 | PERAVURANI | PVI | 03:30 | 03:31 | 1min | 389 km |
| 12 | ARANTANGI | ATQ | 03:55 | 03:56 | 1min | 415 km |
| 13 | KARAIKKUDI JN | KKDI | 04:40 | 04:45 | 5min | 443 km |
| 14 | SIVAGANGA | SVGA | 05:13 | 05:15 | 2min | 483 km |
| 15 | ARUPPUKKOTTAI | APK | 06:13 | 06:15 | 2min | 549 km |
| 16 | VIRUDUNAGAR JN | VPT | 06:48 | 06:50 | 2min | 571 km |
| 17 | TIRUNELVELI | TEN | 08:45 | 08:50 | 5min | 684 km |
| 18 | CHERANMAHADEVI | SMD | 09:03 | 09:05 | 2min | 703 km |
| 19 | KALLIDAIKURICHI | KIC | 09:13 | 09:14 | 1min | 714 km |
| 20 | AMBASAMUDRAM | ASD | 09:23 | 09:25 | 2min | 718 km |
| 21 | PAVURCHUTRAM | PCM | 09:43 | 09:45 | 2min | 745 km |
| 22 | TENKASI JN | TSI | 10:08 | 10:10 | 2min | 756 km |
| 23 | SENGOTTAI | SCT | 10:50 | 10:50 | — | 764 km |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find my coach position in 20683 TBM SCT SF 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 20683 TBM SCT SF EXP arrive on?
Platform numbers for 20683 at TAMBARAM, SENGOTTAI 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 20683 have a pantry car?
Pantry car presence depends on the rake. The live chart for 20683 marks PC/RA/SLR coaches when the composition is published.
What classes are available on 20683?
TBM SCT SF EXP offers 2A, 3E, SL classes.