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Kakinada Port to Pondicherry Trains

Q: What classes are available on Kakinada Port to Pondicherry trains?

Trains on this route offer various classes including Sleeper (SL), Third AC (3A), Second AC (2A), First AC (1A), Chair Car (CC), and more depending on the train.

2 direct trains between Kakinada Port (COA) and Pondicherry (PDY) — fastest covers it in 14h 45m, cheapest from ₹475.

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2Total trains

829km

14h 45mFastest

₹475From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take BBS PDY SF EXP (14h 45m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹475. Premium-class travellers should book 60+ days ahead during festival/holiday weeks; sleeper-class WL on this corridor often clears in the chart.

Train No.	Train Name	Departure	Arrival	Duration	Classes	Runs On
17655	COA PDY EXPRESS	14:30	09:50	19h 20m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Thu, Sat
20851	BBS PDY SF EXP	21:15	12:00	14h 45m	2A, 3A, SL	Tue

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Kakinada Port to Pondicherry?

There are 2 direct trains between Kakinada Port (COA) and Pondicherry (PDY).

Which is the fastest train from Kakinada Port to Pondicherry?

BBS PDY SF EXP (20851) is the fastest, covering the route in 14h 45m (829 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Kakinada Port to Pondicherry?

The lowest base fare is ₹475 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Kakinada Port to Pondicherry?

Visit Ghumo.Live, select your travel date, and view real-time CNF/RAC/WL availability for all classes (SL, 3A, 2A, 1A, CC, EC) and quotas (GN, TQ, PT). The arrow buttons (‹ ›) flip dates without re-running the search.

What classes are available on Kakinada Port to Pondicherry trains?

Available classes on this route: 2A, 3A, SL.

When should I book to get a confirmed ticket?

For premium classes (1A/2A/3A) on this route, book 60+ days ahead during festival/holiday weeks. For Sleeper, mid-week travel typically clears WL in the chart even when booked 2–3 weeks ahead. Use Waitlist Prediction to get specific odds for your train and date.