Vellankanni station code - VLNK

Vellankanni railway station code - VLNK

Vellankanni is listed on Indian Railways as VLNK. Keep this code handy while filling the From / To fields on IRCTC, NTES, or the RailConnect app.

Passengers travelling via Vellankanni should use VLNK on IRCTC so the correct station is selected. This code also works for live train status, PNR checks, and enquiry SMS.

How to book a train ticket for Vellankanni

1. Open the IRCTC website or app and start a train search.
2. Type VLNK in the From or To box instead of guessing the full station name.
3. Choose your travel date. General quota opens 60 days in advance at 8:00 AM IST (journey date not counted).
4. Use the IRCTC 60 days calculator first so you know the exact morning to book.
5. If general tickets are gone, try Tatkal one day before the journey — AC at 10:00 AM and Sleeper/2S at 11:00 AM.

Train ticket booking from Vellankanni

Indian Railways tickets can be booked online on IRCTC or at a railway reservation counter. For Vellankanni (VLNK), online booking is usually the fastest way to get a confirmed berth, especially on busy routes and holiday weekends.

Booking tips for Vellankanni (VLNK)

• Complete IRCTC profile and Aadhaar authentication before opening day.
• Keep From/To saved as VLNK so search is instant at 8:00 AM.
• If you miss general booking, check the Tatkal calculator for the next window.
• After booking, verify the ticket on the PNR status page.

Need the opening date for your journey from Vellankanni? Use the free 60 days advance booking date calculator on RailBookingDate.