22873 DGHA VSKP SF EX Coach Position
DGHA VSKP SF EX (22873) runs from DIGHA to VISAKHAPATNAM in 15h 10m · classes: 2A, 3A, SL.
Coach Position & Platform Number of 22873 DGHA VSKP SF EX Today
Find the coach position of 22873 DGHA VSKP SF EX — 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 DIGHA, VISAKHAPATNAM and every halt en route. Coach layout and platform information for 22873 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 22873 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 22873:
| 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 22873 DGHA VSKP SF EX, 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 | 22873 |
|---|---|
| Train Name | DGHA VSKP SF EX |
| From | DIGHA (DGHA) |
| To | VISAKHAPATNAM (VSKP) |
| Departure | 17:05 |
| Arrival | 08:15 |
| Duration | 15h 10m |
| Classes | 2A, 3A, SL |
| Type | SUPERFAST |
| Running Days | Fri |
Route & Stops
| # | Station | Code | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DIGHA | DGHA | — | 17:05 | — | — |
| 2 | KANTHI P H | KATI | 17:34 | 17:36 | 2min | 33 km |
| 3 | TAMLUK | TMZ | 18:34 | 18:36 | 2min | 94 km |
| 4 | PANSKURA | PKU | 19:06 | 19:11 | 5min | 118 km |
| 5 | KHARAGPUR JN | KGP | 20:00 | 20:05 | 5min | 163 km |
| 6 | JALESWAR | JER | 20:56 | 20:58 | 2min | 234 km |
| 7 | BALASORE | BLS | 21:25 | 21:30 | 5min | 281 km |
| 8 | BHADRAK | BHC | 22:35 | 22:37 | 2min | 343 km |
| 9 | JAJPUR K ROAD | JJKR | 23:03 | 23:05 | 2min | 387 km |
| 10 | CUTTACK | CTC | 00:05 | 00:10 | 5min | 459 km |
| 11 | BHUBANESWAR | BBS | 00:45 | 00:50 | 5min | 486 km |
| 12 | KHURDA ROAD JN | KUR | 01:00 | 01:10 | 10min | 505 km |
| 13 | BRAHMAPUR | BAM | 02:50 | 02:52 | 2min | 652 km |
| 14 | PALASA | PSA | 04:20 | 04:22 | 2min | 726 km |
| 15 | VIZIANAGRAM JN | VZM | 06:20 | 06:25 | 5min | 868 km |
| 16 | VISAKHAPATNAM | VSKP | 08:15 | 08:15 | — | 929 km |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find my coach position in 22873 DGHA VSKP SF EX?
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 22873 DGHA VSKP SF EX arrive on?
Platform numbers for 22873 at DIGHA, VISAKHAPATNAM 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 22873 have a pantry car?
Pantry car presence depends on the rake. The live chart for 22873 marks PC/RA/SLR coaches when the composition is published.
What classes are available on 22873?
DGHA VSKP SF EX offers 2A, 3A, SL classes.