New Train 18407/18408 Puri–Koraput Express via Sambalpur & Angul Approved by Railways
18407/18408 Puri-Koraput Express – Introduction & Timetable
Authority: Ministry of Railways (Railway Board)
Zone: East Coast Railway (ECOR)
Reference: No. 2026/CHG/16/ECOR/48 | Issue Date: 13.05.2026
Subject: Introduction of 18407/18408 Puri-Koraput Express (Tri-Weekly).
✅ New Train Introduced: Ministry of Railways has approved the introduction of 18407/18408 Puri-Koraput Express. This new tri-weekly service connects Puri, Bhubaneswar, Angul, Sambalpur, Rayagada, and Koraput.
🚆 Train Composition & Frequency
🚂 Train Numbers
18407 (Puri-Koraput)
18408 (Koraput-Puri)
📅 Frequency
Tri-Weekly
Ex-Puri: Mon, Thu, Sat
Ex-Koraput: Tue, Fri, Sun
🚉 Primary
Puri with RBPC Maintenance Composition.
📋 Composition
SLRD-2, GS-4, GSCN-8, ACCN-3, ACCW-1
Total: 18 ICF Coaches
🕐 Detailed Timetable
ℹ️ Route & Connectivity
The train connects the holy city of Puri with Koraput via major junctions like Bhubaneswar, Angul, Sambalpur, and Rayagada. It serves as a crucial link for passengers traveling to and from the western and southern districts of Odisha.
🛑 Stoppage List
📍 Khurda Road
📍 Dhenkanal
📍 Talcher
📍 Boinda
📍 Route Rairakhol
📍 Bargarh Road
📍 Balangir
📍 Titlagarh
📍 Kesinga
📍 Muniguda
📍 Rayagada
📍 Tikiri
📍 Laxmipur Road
📍 Kakiriguma
📍 Damanjodi
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the frequency of the Puri-Koraput Express?
The train is Tri-Weekly.
• Ex-18407 (Puri-Koraput): Monday, Thursday, Saturday.
• Ex-18408 (Koraput-Puri): Tuesday, Friday, Sunday.
2. Does this train stop at Angul?
Yes. The 18407/18408 Puri-Koraput Express stops at Angul (Arr 14:50/Dep 15:00 for 18407; Arr 11:40/Dep 11:50 for 18408).
3. What is the composition of the train?
The train comprises 18 ICF Coaches including the following composition: SLRD-2, GS-4, GSCN-8, ACCN-3, ACCW-1.
4. What is the arrival time of 18408 Puri-Koraput Express at Bhubaneswar?
Train No. 18408 (Koraput-Puri) arrives at Bhubaneswar at 16:53 Hours and departs at 16:55 Hours.
5. Does this train stop at Rayagada?
Yes, it stops at Rayagada, Kaisinga, Muniguda, Tikiri, Laxmipur Road, Kakiriguma, and Damanjodi.