Passengers travelling between Visakhapatnam and Bengaluru will have additional AC 3-tier Economy accommodation on four weekly train services. Two coaches will be added to each train, increasing the planned composition from 18 to 20 coaches. The changes begin on October 11 and 12, 2026, for regular services, followed by October 16 and 17 for the weekly special trains.
Vizag–Bengaluru Trains to Get Extra AC Coaches
Visakhapatnam, October 9, 2026: Passengers travelling between Visakhapatnam and Sir M. Visvesvaraya Terminal (SMVT) Bengaluru will have more air-conditioned travel options as two additional AC 3-tier Economy coaches are being added to four weekly train services.
The coach augmentation will increase the planned composition of each affected train from 18 to 20 coaches, providing additional accommodation for passengers travelling between Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka.
Which Trains Will Get Additional AC Coaches?
The additional coaches will be introduced on two regular weekly services and two weekly special services.
| Train number and route | Effective date |
|---|---|
| 18509: Visakhapatnam–SMVT Bengaluru Express | October 11, 2026 |
| 18510: SMVT Bengaluru–Visakhapatnam Express | October 12, 2026 |
| 08581: Visakhapatnam–SMVT Bengaluru Special | October 16, 2026 |
| 08582: SMVT Bengaluru–Visakhapatnam Special | October 17, 2026 |
Each of these services is scheduled to receive two additional AC 3-tier Economy coaches.
More AC Travel Capacity Between Vizag and Bengaluru
The extra coaches are intended to improve seat availability on the busy intercity route. The Visakhapatnam–Bengaluru connection serves passengers travelling for work, education, business and personal commitments.
Increasing the coach composition from 18 to 20 gives each affected train more accommodation, although actual seat availability will depend on bookings and operational arrangements.
When Will the New Coaches Be Available?
The regular Visakhapatnam–Bengaluru Express will receive the additional coaches from October 11, while the return service will be augmented from October 12.
The special services will follow later in the week, with the additional coaches scheduled for October 16 on train 08581 and October 17 on train 08582.
Passengers should check the latest train composition and ticket availability before booking, as railway operations and reservations can change.
How to Check Train Availability
Passengers can check train schedules, coach details and ticket availability through the official Indian Railways reservation system or the IRCTC website:
The additional AC 3-tier Economy coaches are intended to provide more travel options for passengers using the Visakhapatnam–Bengaluru rail corridor.
FAQs
1. How many extra AC coaches are being added to Vizag–Bengaluru trains?
Two AC 3-tier Economy coaches are being added to each of the four affected weekly services.
2. Which Vizag–Bengaluru train gets extra coaches first?
Train 18509, the Visakhapatnam–SMVT Bengaluru Express, is scheduled to receive the additional coaches from October 11, 2026.
3. When will train 18510 get the extra coaches?
The SMVT Bengaluru–Visakhapatnam Express (18510) is scheduled for coach augmentation from October 12, 2026.
4. Will the weekly special trains also get additional coaches?
Yes. Trains 08581 and 08582 are scheduled to receive additional coaches from October 16 and 17, respectively.
5. How can passengers book tickets?
Passengers can check availability and book through the official IRCTC website: https://www.irctc.co.in/.
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