Chennai to Mayiladuthurai Trains

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Chennai to Mayiladuthurai Train Information

Distance
239 kms
Duration
04h 01m
Trains During Day
19
Trains At Night
21
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Chennai to Mayiladuthurai Online Train Ticket Booking

Several trains are running from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai based on your travel and budget preferences. Booking train tickets from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai is easy and convenient on redRail, an IRCTC-authorized platform offering a variety of train options. You can view a list of trains, including train number, name, travel class, duration, and departure or arrival timings when booking your railway tickets.

For booking Chennai to Mayiladuthurai train tickets with redRail, enter your journey details, select trains, check seat availability, use exclusive offers and get up to Rs 60 OFF on train tickets and make the payment to confirm your railway ticket booking.

You can get detailed information about the Chennai to Mayiladuthurai train timetable, availability, ticket price, train running status, coach position, and PNR status on redRail.


Chennai to Mayiladuthurai Distance


There are 40 trains running from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai, covering an approximate distance of 239 kms km. While some trains run on a daily basis, others run weekly.


Chennai to Mayiladuthurai Timings


The first train from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai is KASHI TAMIL EXP (16368) departing at 03:30 from chennai (PER).

The last train from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai is MS SALEM SF EXP (22153), departing at 23:55 from Chennai (MS).

Weekly Trains from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai

There are 12 trains running weekly from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationStarting Ticket Price
TBM NCJ SF SPL (06011)15:3019:5004 hrs 20 mins-
LTT KARAIKAL EXP (11017)11:1515:5604 hrs 41 mins₹200
KASHI TAMIL EXP (16368)03:3010:4307 hrs 13 mins₹230
BGKT MQ SF EXP (22673)09:4014:2804 hrs 48 mins₹230
ADI TPJ SPECIAL (09419)16:2523:0306 hrs 38 mins₹385
TBM PTJ SPL (06185)17:0522:2805 hrs 23 mins₹385
RMM HUMSAFAR SF (20498)09:4013:5404 hrs 14 mins₹250
HWH CAPE SF EXP (12665)21:0500:3303 hrs 28 mins₹195
MS NCJ SF EXP (12667)19:3022:2502 hrs 55 mins-
TPJ SF HUMSAFAR (20481)09:4013:5404 hrs 14 mins₹625
LTT MADURAI EXP (22101)11:0013:1502 hrs 15 mins₹175
BKN MDU SF EXP (22632)10:0013:2503 hrs 25 mins₹555

Daily Trains from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai

There are 18 trains running daily from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai. Below is a list of trains running daily from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationCheapest Ticket Price
MS KIK EXPRESS (16175)21:3002:0504 hrs 35 mins₹185
TBM RMM EXP (16103)18:1022:2004 hrs 10 mins-
MS RMM EXPRESS (16751)19:1523:5504 hrs 40 mins₹200
MS MQ EXPRESS (16179)22:5504:1305 hrs 18 mins₹200
UZHAVAN EXPRESS (16865)22:2503:5005 hrs 25 mins₹200
MS TCN SF EXP (20605)16:0021:1005 hrs 10 mins₹230
CHOZHAN SF EXP (22675)07:4512:2804 hrs 43 mins₹135
NELLAI SF EXP (12631)20:4000:0003 hrs 20 mins₹195
KANYAKUMARI EXP (12633)17:2020:4003 hrs 20 mins₹195
VAIGAI SF EXP (12635)13:4516:4002 hrs 55 mins₹115
PANDIAN SF EXP (12637)21:4001:0503 hrs 25 mins₹195
ROCKFORT SF EXP (12653)23:3002:4003 hrs 10 mins₹195
POTHIGAI SF EXP (12661)20:1023:3003 hrs 20 mins₹195
PEARL CITY EXP (12693)19:3022:5503 hrs 25 mins₹195
MS QLN EXPRESS (16101)17:0020:1003 hrs 10 mins₹165
MS GURUVAYUR EXP (16127)10:2014:2004 hrs 00 mins₹105
ANANTAPURI EXP (20635)19:5023:1003 hrs 20 mins₹195
MS SALEM SF EXP (22153)23:5503:0503 hrs 10 mins₹195

Chennai to Mayiladuthurai Train Ticket Price

The Chennai to Mayiladuthurai train ticket price varies based on the journey date, the type of coach, and your budget preferences. The minimum ticket price from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai is ₹135, while the maximum ticket price from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai is ₹1175.
Here are the cheapest train ticket prices from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai for all classes:
ClassMinimum Price
2A₹710
3A₹505
SL₹200
1A₹1175
2S₹135
3E₹555
CC₹405

About Mayiladuthurai

Mayiladuthurai is a town in Tamil Nadu known for its many temples and rich history. The most notable temple is the Mayuranathaswami Temple, which honours Lord Shiva. The town gets its name from the legend linked to the temple, which says that Goddess Parvati came to the town as a peacock to worship Lord Shiva. Devotees can go on a Navagraha temple trail that includes nine shrines, each dedicated to a different planet.

The Mayiladuturai Junction railway station is located in the Mayiladuthurai district of Tamil Nadu, India. It is managed administratively by the Tiruchirappalli Division of the Indian Railways Southern Railway zone. The station has five platforms. The MS Kik Express, Antyodaya, Cholan Express, and Uzhavan Express are the main trains that operate between Chennai and Mayiladuthurai.

Places to Visit in Mayiladuthurai

Situated in the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, Mayiladuthurai is located on the banks of the Cauvery River. Primarily known for its temples, the town is also popular for its arts and crafts and annual chariot festival.

Mayuranathaswami Temple

The Mayuranathaswami Temple is one of the most iconic and popular temples in Mayiladuthurai. The temple is home to the presiding deity of Mayuranathaswami, and the popular Mayura Natyanjali dance festival is held yearly on the temple grounds.

Gangaikonda Cholapuram

Rajendra Chola created Gangaikonda Cholapuram to honour his conquest of the Pala kingdom. For almost 250 years, the city served as the Chola dynasty's capital. The village of the Chola who conquered the Ganges is how the name is translated literally. The town that formerly served as an empire's capital no longer has many original structures.

Sri Parimala Ranganatha Swamy

The Sri Parimala Ranganatha Swamy Temple, one of the 108 Vishnu temples, is also called the Vaishnava Thirupathi or Divya Desam. It is situated on the banks of the Cauvery River and contains a 12-foot-tall green stone statue of Sri Parimala Ranganatha Swamy, a form of Lord Vishnu.

Dakshinamoorthy Temple

Lord Shiva is popularly known as Dakshinamoorthy in Tamil Nadu and other Southern regions of India. The name Dakshinamoorthy literally means 'one who faces the south' in Sanskrit. In Mayiladuthurai's Dakshinamoorthy Temple, Lord Shiva is portrayed as a guru and teacher who bestows knowledge.

Sri Vadhanyeshwar Temple

Vallalar Kovil, or Sri Vadhanyeshwar Temple, is situated on the northern bank of the Cauvery River. The temple is devoted to Lord Shiva, and interesting mythology is connected to the shrine. The idol of Sri Medha Dakshinamurthy depicts a yogi seated in a yoga pose on Nandi deva., and interesting mythology is

Punugeeswarar Temple

The Punugeeswarar Temple in Koorainadu was created to worship Shiva and his companion Devi Parvati, known as Santha Nayaki here. A saint named Punnakku Siddhar, who attained moksha here, gave the temple its name.

Major Railway Stations between Chennai and Mayiladuthurai Train Journey

Train journey time between Chennai and Mayiladuthurai is roughly 4 hrs and 45 mins. The train route has 11 major stations between the two cities; these are:

  • Tambaram (TBM)
  • Chengalpattu (CGL)
  • Melmaruvathur (MLMR)
  • Tindivanam (TMV)
  • Villupuram Jn (VM)
  • Panruti (PRT)
  • Tirupadripulyur (TDPR)
  • Cuddalore Port (CUPJ)
  • Chidambaram (CDM)
  • Sirkazhi (SY)
  • Vithisvarankol (VDL)

Always check the schedule for your train and stop at each station before getting off the train. Trains typically stop at Junctions for a while, and these stations provide a wide choice of food stalls and other services.

Nearest Metro Stations to the Railway Stations

It can be tough to get to or travel from the train station, especially during rush hour. Metros make things easier, though. Chennai's central areas are well connected by metro, but Mayiladuthurai is yet to receive a metro line. The top transportation options for both stations are listed below.

For Chennai

The Chennai Egmore train station, which is connected to the Egmore metro subway station, is where most trains to Tirunelveli depart from. You can get there from any metro stop by taking the green line or the Inter-corridor. Following these directions is the simplest and least complicated way to get to the train station.

Use city bus numbers 17D, 17E, 23C, 27B, and 40A if taking the metro is not an option. If not, you can take any form of private transportation, but it will be more expensive.

For Mayiladuthurai

The railway station at Mayiladuthurai is not connected to a metro line, so the best way to leave the station is by private taxi or auto rickshaw. These are available every day, all the time.

Alternatively, you could board a bus. The distance between the Mayiladuthurai Bus Stand and the Mayiladuthurai Railway Station is about 2 km.

Bus from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai

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FAQs

How many trains run from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai?
There are 40 trains that run from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai route. Some trains run on a daily basis. On the other hand, some trains run weekly and can be booked in advance.
How many railway stations are there in Chennai?
There are 16 stations in Chennai.
How many railway stations are there in Mayiladuthurai?
There are 1 stations in Mayiladuthurai.
How to get the cheapest train tickets from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai?
redRail offers you the best deal to book the cheapest IRCTC train tickets. Use the coupon code SUPERB60 and get Rs. 60 OFF on your first ticket booking.
Which is the cheapest train from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai?
The cheapest train running from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai is 16127 (MS GURUVAYUR EXP)
How can I reach redRail’s customer support for help with booking issues?
For any train ticket booking queries from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai, call the customer support of redRail at 9902977777.
Which is the fastest train running from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai?
LTT MADURAI EXP (22101) is the fastest among the Chennai to Mayiladuthurai Trains. It departs from Chengalpattu (CGL) at 11:00 and arrives at Vriddhachalam (VRI) at 13:15, covering the distance in just 02 hrs 15 mins.
What is the distance covered by the train from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai?
The distance covered from Chennai to Mayiladuthurai is 239 kms