Chennai to Rameswaram Trains

Several trains are running from Chennai to Rameswaram based on your travel and budget preferences. Booking train tickets from Chennai to Rameswaram 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.

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Chennai to Rameswaram Distance

There are 7 trains running from Chennai to Rameswaram, covering an approximate distance of 639 kms km. While some trains run on a daily basis, others run weekly.

Chennai to Rameswaram Timings

The first train from Chennai to Rameswaram is BBS RMM SF (20849) departing at 08:25 from Chennai (MS).

The last train from Chennai to Rameswaram is MS RMM EXPRESS (16751), departing at 19:15 from Chennai (MS).

The boarding stations for all Chennai to Rameswaram trains are -

• Chennai Egmore (MS)
• Tambaram (TBM)

• Rameswaram (RMM)

Rameswaram is a well-known island city in the Gulf of Mannar with significant mythological and historical significance. It is situated on Pamban Island, which connects the Indian mainland to Sri Lanka.

The name Rameswaram means "Lord Ram's town." Lord Rama built the Rameswaram Temple during his exile from Ayodhya. This temple attracts devotees from all over India and abroad. Rameswaram has 64 Tirthas or Theerthams (holy water bodies). A significant part of the pilgrimage to Rameswaram involves bathing in these tanks, which is compared to doing penance.

Rameswaram is one of the holiest places for Hindus in India, after Varanasi and Haridwar. The temple town has been a pilgrimage site for centuries. The most famous legend associated with the town is that Lord Rama worshipped Lord Shiva here to seek his blessings before proceeding to Lanka to fight Ravana. Additionally, the town offers scuba diving, bird watching, and stunning beaches. Here is a list of places you should visit while in Rameswaram.

Pamban Bridge

The cantilever Pamban Bridge, a feat of engineering and architectural art, offers stunning views of the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean. It is one of India's longest railway bridges, built by the British in 1912. Although the bridge has been closed to traffic since 1990, it remains an important landmark for tourists. You can also sign up for a trip on a glass boat to see the vibrant marine life.

Ramanathaswamy Temple

The Ramanathaswamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Lord Rama built the Ramanathaswamy Temple after returning to India from his victory over Ravana, the king of Sri Lanka. It is also one of India's holiest shrines and one of the 12 Jyotirlinga sites.

Kalam National Memorial

Kalam National Memorial commemorates former Indian president Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. The memorial is located in the city of Rameswaram and consists of Dr Kalam's bronze statue, a museum, and an auditorium. It was inaugurated on July 27, 2018, by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Dhanushkodi

Dhanushkodi is a small town at the southernmost tip of India. It is located on the Indian mainland and part of the Rameswaram Taluk in the Ramanathapuram district. Dhanushkodi was once a thriving port town, but now it has been reduced to a fishing village. The 2004 tsunami destroyed the town. More than 1,000 people were killed, and many more were rendered homeless.

Water Bird Sanctuary

The Rameswaram Water Bird Sanctuary is a haven for birds migrating from the country's northern and eastern regions. It is situated at the meeting point of the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean. The sanctuary is approximately 7 square kilometres in size and is surrounded by mangroves on one side and the sea on three sides.

Here is a list of major trains that operate regularly or on particular weekdays between Chennai and Rameswaram. You can easily book tickets via the Redrail app or online redRail website

• Rameswaram Express
• Ajmer Junction-Rameswaram Humsafar Express
• Ayodhaya Cantonment-Rameswaram Shraddha Sethu Express
• Manduadih-Rameswaram Express
• Bhubaneswar-Rameswaram Express

The average travel time between Chennai and Rameswaram is around 11 hours. The route covers 15 stations, which are:

• Tambaram (TBM)
• Chengalpattu Junction (CGL)
• Melmaruvathur (MLMR)
• Tindivanam (TMV)
• Villupuram Junction (VM)
• Vriddhachalam Junction (VRI)
• Ariyalur (ALU)
• Srirangam (SRGM)
• Tiruchchirappalli (TPJ)
• Pudukkottai (PDKT)
• Karaikkudi Jn (KKDI)
• Sivaganga (SVGA)
• Manamadurai Jn (MNM)
• Paramakudi (PMK)
• Ramanathapuram (RMD)

Arriving at or departing from the railway station is always tedious, especially during busy hours. Metros, on the other hand, make it less challenging. The metro serves central Chennai well, but Rameswaram has yet to receive a metro line. The best modes of transportation for both stations are:

For Rameswaram

Rameswaram station is not connected to a metro line. The best way to leave the station would be to hire a private taxi or auto rickshaw. They are readily available 24 hours a day.

The next possible option is to take a bus; the nearest bus stop is about 350 metres away. It will be an excellent, cost-effective method if you want to travel a long distance.

For Chennai

Most trains to Rameswaram depart from Chennai Egmore station, which is linked to the Egmore Metro Station. You can easily get there by taking the green line or the Inter-Corridor from any metro station. It's the quickest and most convenient way to get to the train station.

If the metro isn't an option, take city buses 17D, 17E, 23C, 27B, and 40A. Otherwise, you can take any private mode of transportation, but it will be relatively expensive.

If your train ticket is not confirmed, need not worry. Alternatively, you can travel by bus from Chennai to Rameswaram through redBus bus booking app. Book now!