This train takes 23.05 hours from Secunderabad to Bhubaneswar and the average speed is 50 KM, where as East Coast Express with more number of stoppage takes less time (21.38 min)
There is no pantry Car in the train and but Pantry boys with dress goes on suppling foods, without rate chart.
In AC coaches, the attendant does not provide good service, but asks for tips - on the ground that they get Rs. 5000/- per month
The cleaning staff also collects tips from the passengers
The water supply in the Latrine is very slow, as if there is no water in the over head tank.
This train takes 3.30 hrs while coming from Berhampur to Bhubaneswar, but on return takes only 2.30 hrs for the same distance.