Coach Position

Coach position of a train means the sequence number of a train coach from the engine. Knowing coach position in advance helps you position yourself at the right place on the railway platform. You can check train coach position at Rajbhog quickly. Just enter the train name or number in the box below to see the results. You can also order food for your train journey online by following the link here.

How to Check Coach Position of a Train

Follow the steps mentioned below to check the coach position of a train as per Indian Railways time-table.
Click on the "Coach Position" button on the Rajbhog website.
Type your train name or number in the search box displayed.
A new page will open displaying the coach position of the train enquired.
Please note that coach position is mostly mentioned in the SMS received from IRCTC with ticket details as well. Coach position can change at the last minute without any prior notice.

Is The Information Provided on Coach Position Always Correct?

We display coach position of a train based on previous records and occurrence history. Sometimes, due to last-minute changes, there are changes in the position without any prior communication. Therefore, we always advise you to reach the station at least 30 minutes before the arrival of the train. Check the announcement or displayed notice so that there is always sufficient time for you to move to the desired platform comfortably.

Are All The Coaches of a Train Interlinked?

In most trains, coaches are connected to each other for the convenience of movement of passengers and railway staff. But in some cases, this connectivity is either restricted (for example, AC First Class or Executive Class) or connected coaches are not available.

Can Passengers Enter Pantry Car in The Train?

It is not allowed for passengers to enter Pantry Cars (Coaches) in Indian Railways. The Pantry Car is normally in the middle of a train's coach sequence so that the Pantry staff can access all other coaches of the train easily for serving purposes.