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CAPE PDY EXP (16862) - Kanniyakumari (CAPE) to  Pondicherry (PDY)  Train Time Table

Book 16862 CAPE PDY EXP train tickets online on Goibibo for Kanniyakumari (CAPE) to  Pondicherry (PDY) route. Check 16862 schedules, route details, seat availability, timetable/timings, train status, fares and ticket prices.

CAPE PDY EXP (16862) - Kanniyakumari (CAPE) to  Pondicherry (PDY) Train Time Table | Ticket Booking | 16862 Train Route & Schedule


## **About 16862  CAPE PDY EXP**

<h2>16862 CAPE PDY EXP: Train Route, Schedule and Timings</h2>
CAPE PDY EXP runs between Kanniyakumari Railway Station and Puducherry Railway Station. Regarding CAPE PDY EXP timings, this train departs at 02:30 PM from the source station to arrive at the destination station at 04:25 AM . Total duration of the train from Kanniyakumari Railway Station to Puducherry Railway Station is 13 hrs 55 mins . CAPE PDY EXP runs from Kanniyakumari Railway Station on 1 days a week ( Monday ). There are 21 stoppages between Kanniyakumari Railway Station and Puducherry Railway Station . <br/><br/>
CAPE PDY EXP route covers [Nagercoil(NCJ)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/nagercoil-junction-ncj-stn/), [Valliyur(VLY)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/valliyur-railway-station-vly-stn/), [Tirunelveli(TEN)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/tirunelveli-junction-ten-stn/), [Kovilpatti(CVP)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/kovilpatti-railway-station-cvp-stn/), [Satur(SRT)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/satur-railway-station-srt-stn/), [Virudunagar(VPT)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/virudunagar-junction-vpt-stn/), [Aruppukkottai(APK)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/aruppukkottai-railway-station-apk-stn/), [Manamadurai(MNM)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/manamadurai-junction-mnm-stn/), [Sivaganga(SVGA)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/sivaganga-railway-station-svga-stn/), [Karaikkudi(KKDI)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/karaikkudi-junction-kkdi-stn/), [Pudukkottai(PDKT)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/pudukkottai-railway-station-pdkt-stn/), [Tiruchirappalli(TPJ)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/tiruchirappalli-junction-tpj-stn/), [Thanjavur(TJ)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/thanjavur-junction-tj-stn/), [Kumbakonam(KMU)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/kumbakonam-railway-station-kmu-stn/), [Mayiladuturai(MV)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/mayiladuturai-junction-mv-stn/), [Sirkazhi(SY)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/sirkazhi-railway-station-sy-stn/), [Chidambaram(CDM)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/chidambaram-railway-station-cdm-stn/), [Tirupadripulyur(TDPR)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/tirupadripulyur-railway-station-tdpr-stn/), [Villupuram(VM)](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/villupuram-junction-vm-stn/). Finally, it arrives at Puducherry Railway Station. It covers the distance of 494 KM km in 13 hrs 55 mins . <br/><br/>
For all the train-related information like [live train running status](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/check-train-running-status/) and [PNR status](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/check-pnr-status/) enquiry, you can rely on Goibibo website or app. You can access accurate and detailed information in just a few clicks.<br/><br/>You can check CAPE PDY EXP(16862) seat availability through Goibibo and also do Tatkal ticket booking. [Tatkal ticket booking](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/tatkal-railway-reservation/) window opens at 10:00 AM for AC class and at 11:00 AM for sleeper class. Goibibo’s easy train ticket booking procedure and exciting offers allow users to book their train tickets at the lowest possible prices. You can use your goCash and check for coupon codes which are updated regularly on the site and app. It is mandatory to have a registered IRCTC ID for booking your [train ticket](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/) through Goibibo. <br/><br/>
Goibibo also offers change of IRCTC password in case you have [forgot IRCTC password](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/irctc-forgot-password/). Also you can get your IRCTC username on Goibibo, in case you have [forgot IRCTC userid](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/irctc-forgot-userid/). Goibibo in collaboration with Indian railways also offers IRCTC registration and signup through its [IRCTC Create User Id](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/irctc-create-userid/) page As per Indian Railways and IRCTC guidelines, a female senior citizen of minimum 58 years of age is eligible for 50% concession and a male senior citizen of minimum 60 years is eligible for 40% concession.It is important to note that this concession can not be availed on the tickets of [Suvidha](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/suvidha-express-train-list/), [Garibrath](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/garibrath-express-train-list/), [Humsafar](https://www.goibibo.com/trains/humsafar-express-train-list/), Gatiman and Vande Bhara trains. <br/><br/>
You can pay for the food separately as it is not included in the price of Jammu Tawi Mumbai Cst Suvidha Special rail ticket. Thali meals, combos, beverages and different varieties of snacks are available. There are a number of ways to order food on your train journey. You can book a meal in the Indian Railways by calling at 1323, text to 139 or by visiting online IRCTC website and through pantry car.<br/><br/>There are many [hotels in Pondicherry](https://www.goibibo.com/hotels/hotels-in-pondicherry-ct/) near Puducherry Railway Station where you can choose to stay. Goibibo offers various categories of hotels in Pondicherry like [Couple Friendly hotels](https://www.goibibo.com/hotels/hotels-for-couples-in-pondicherry/) , [Budget Hotels](https://www.goibibo.com/hotels/budget-hotels-in-pondicherry-cg/) are some of the prominent hotels. You can easily find and book these hotels through Goibibo at discounted prices.<br/><br/><div itemscope itemtype="https://schema.org/HowTo">
  <h2 itemprop="name">Q. How to book train tickets in CAPE PDY EXP (16862)?</h2><br/>
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A. You can easily book tickets for the CAPE PDY EXP (16862) train using the Goibibo website or mobile app, which is an IRCTC-authorized online platform for railway bookings.</div>
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<li>Open Goibibo <a href="https://www.goibibo.com/trains/">IRCTC Train ticket booking</a> website or launch the Goibibo mobile app.</li></div>
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    <div itemprop="text"><li>Login / Signup: Log in with your existing account or sign up to create a new one.</li></div>
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    <div itemprop="text"><li>Enter Journey Details - Choose your :-<br> 
Departure station: Kanniyakumari, <br>
Arrival station: Pondicherry, <br>
Travel date: For Example, 15/10/2026 [You can choose date according to your preference]</li></div>
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    <div itemprop="text"><li>Select Train: Pick CAPE PDY EXP (16862) from the list of available trains for your route.</li></div>
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    <div itemprop="text"><li>Check Availability & Fares: View seat availability in different classes (e.g., Sleeper, 3A, 2A, 1A). Compare fares and class-wise ticket prices.</li></div>
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    <div itemprop="text"><li>Choose Berth Preference: If applicable, select your preferred berth: lower, middle, upper, or side.</li></div>
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    <div itemprop="text"><li>Add Passenger Details: Provide name, age, gender, and valid ID information for all passengers.</li></div>
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    <div itemprop="text"><li>Proceed to Payment: Pay securely using options like credit/debit cards, UPI, wallets, or net banking.</li></div>
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    <div itemprop="text"><li>Get Booking Confirmation: Once payment is successful, you'll receive:<br>
PNR number,
e-ticket via SMS/email,
Live tracking & cancellation options</ul></li></div>
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  <h2 itemprop="name">Q. How many coaches does the CAPE PDY EXP train usually have?</h2><br/>
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A. You may check the number of coaches for CAPE PDY EXP train with the available train schedule on Goibibo. Mail/Express trains under Indian Railways have about 12 to 24 coaches with these coaches divided among different classes like AC Tier I, Tier II, Tier III, Sleeper Class, General Class, etc.
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  <h2 itemprop="name">Q. How many Tatkal seats are available in 16862 CAPE PDY EXP?</h2><br/>
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A. The availability of Tatkal seats can be checked only during the <a href="https://www.goibibo.com/trains/tatkal-railway-reservation/">Tatkal train ticket booking</a> window in CAPE PDY EXP (16862).
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    <div itemprop="text"><ul><li>Check Tatkal availability a day prior to travel between 10.00 am and 12.00 pm.</li></div>
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    <div itemprop="text"><li>For AC classes: Check between 10.00 am and 11.00 am.</li></div>
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  <h2 itemprop="name">Q. How long does the 16862 CAPE PDY EXP train take to complete its journey?</h2><br/>
  <div itemprop="description">A. The CAPE PDY EXP (16862) train takes approximately 13 hrs 55 mins  to complete its journey from Kanniyakumari Railway Station to Puducherry Railway Station, covering a distance of around 494 KM.<br><br>
    This train passes through 21 stations, offering connectivity across multiple important halts.<br><br>
You can also check the live running status and complete time table of the CAPE PDY EXP train on Goibibo by:</div>
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    <div itemprop="text"><ul><li>Visit the Train Time table/Schedule section on Goibibo Train Details.</li></div>
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    <div itemprop="text"><li>Enter the train number 16862 or name CAPE PDY EXP.</li></div>
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    <div itemprop="text"><li>View the full schedule, including halt times, arrival/departure, and total travel duration.</li></div>
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    <div itemprop="text">Alternatively, check the route search results for total journey time and stops.</div><br/><br/>
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  <h2 itemprop="name">Q. How many days in advance can I book tickets for the 16862 CAPE PDY EXP train?</h2><br/>
  
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A. You can book tickets for the 16862 CAPE PDY EXP train for up to 60 days in advance from the preferred date of the journey. Earlier, this limit for advance IRCTC train ticket booking was available for up to 4 months [120 days].<br/>With the new rules and regulations from IRCTC aiming to make train ticket bookings seamless with reduced waiting times, the advance ticket booking duration has been reduced to 60 days or 2 months approximately.</div><br/>
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