20651/ 20652 KSR Bengaluru – Shivamogga Town InterCity Express
The 20651/20652 KSR Bengaluru – Shivamogga Town InterCity Express is a popular superfast day train. It operated by the South Western Railway zone of Indian Railways. This train connects KSR Bengaluru City Junction with Shivamogga Town. It providing fast and convenient rail connectivity between Karnataka’s capital city and the Malnad region. The train is widely used by business travelers, students, government employees, tourists. And daily commuters due to its comfortable schedule and shorter travel time.
Train number 20651 operates from KSR Bengaluru City Junction to Shivamogga Town. While train number 20652 runs in the reverse direction. During its journey, the train passes through several important stations including Yesvantpur Junction, Tumakuru, Tiptur, Arsikere Junction, Birur Junction, Kadur, and Bhadravati before reaching Shivamogga Town. The train covers a distance of approximately 275 kilometers in around 5 to 6 hours. Making it one of the fastest rail travel options on this route.
The train operates with modern LHB coaches and offers AC Chair Car and Second Sitting classes. Passengers can enjoy comfortable seating, charging points, luggage space, large windows, and clean washrooms throughout the journey. The train is known for its punctuality, smooth ride quality, and affordable fares. Making it a preferred choice for same-day travel between Bengaluru and Shivamogga.
The train plays an important role in connecting major educational, commercial, and tourist destinations across Karnataka. Its daytime schedule allows passengers to complete their journey comfortably without requiring an overnight stay.
Passengers travelling on the KSR Bengaluru – Shivamogga Town InterCity Express can also order fresh and hygienic food in train through TravelKhana. The service delivers restaurant-style meals directly to train seats at selected stations, allowing travelers to enjoy delicious food while travelling comfortably.
Highlights of KSR Bengaluru – Shivamogga Town InterCity Express
| Train details | Facilities Onboard |
| Travel Time: | 4h 55m |
| Halts: | 9 |
| Distance: | 273 km |
| Avg Speed: | 56 km/hr |
| Cleanliness: | Excellent |
| Punctuality: | Good |
| E-Catering | Yes |
| Ticket availability: | Good |
| Mobile/Laptop Charger | Yes |
20651/KSR Bengaluru – Shivamogga Town InterCity Express SBC/KSR Bengaluru City Junction (Bangalore) – SMET/Shivamogga Town (Shimoga) Route, Schedule & Time Table–
| STATION | ARR | DEP | HALT | DAY | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KSR Bengaluru City Junction(SBC) | origin | 15:00 | origin | 0 | ||
| Yesvantpur Junction(YPR) | 15:10 | 15:11 | 1 | 0 | ||
| Tumakuru(TK) | 16:03 | 16:05 | 2 | 0 | ||
| Tiptur(TTR) | 17:03 | 17:05 | 2 | 0 | ||
| Arsikere Junction(ASK) | 17:30 | 17:35 | 5 | 0 | ||
| Kadur Junction(DRU) | 18:14 | 18:15 | 1 | 0 | ||
| Birur Junction(RRB) | 18:25 | 18:27 | 2 | 0 | ||
| Tarikere(TKE) | 18:53 | 18:54 | 1 | 0 | ||
| Bhadravati(BDVT) | 19:16 | 19:17 | 1 | 0 | ||
| Shivamogga(SME) | 19:30 | 19:31 | 1 | 0 | ||
| Shivamogga Town(SMET) | 19:55 | 20:00 | 5 | 0 | ||
| Anandapuram(ANF) | 21:08 | 21:10 | 2 | 0 | ||
| Sagara Jambagaru(SRF) | 21:38 | 21:40 | 2 | 0 | ||
| Talguppa(TLGP) | 22:15 | destination | destination | 0 | ||
20652/Shivamogga Town – KSR Bengaluru InterCity Express SMET/Shivamogga Town (Shimoga) – SBC/KSR Bengaluru City Junction (Bangalore) Route, Schedule & Time Table–
| STATION | ARR | DEP | HALT | DAY | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talguppa(TLGP) | origin | 04:30 | origin | 0 | ||
| Sagara Jambagaru(SRF) | 04:43 | 04:45 | 2 | 0 | ||
| Anandapuram(ANF) | 05:09 | 05:10 | 1 | 0 | ||
| Shivamogga Town(SMET) | 06:30 | 06:40 | 10 | 0 | ||
| Shivamogga(SME) | 06:44 | 06:45 | 1 | 0 | ||
| Bhadravati(BDVT) | 06:58 | 06:59 | 1 | 0 | ||
| Tarikere(TKE) | 07:15 | 07:16 | 1 | 0 | ||
| Birur Junction(RRB) | 07:40 | 07:42 | 2 | 0 | ||
| Kadur Junction(DRU) | 07:51 | 07:52 | 1 | 0 | ||
| Arsikere Junction(ASK) | 08:30 | 08:35 | 5 | 0 | ||
| Tiptur(TTR) | 09:00 | 09:01 | 1 | 0 | ||
| Tumakuru(TK) | 10:13 | 10:15 | 2 | 0 | ||
| Yesvantpur Junction(YPR) | 11:13 | 11:15 | 2 | 0 | ||
| KSR Bengaluru City Junction(SBC) | 11:35 | destination | destination | 0 | ||
