Trivandrum to Chennai Trains

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11 Direct Trains Running from Trivandrum to Chennai

22648 TVCN KRBA SF EX
M T W T F S S
2A, 3E, SL
06:15
16h 50m
23:05
(TVCN)
22648 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12696 TVC MAS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
17:15
16h 45m
10:00
Trivandrum (TVC)
12696 running status
Chennai (MAS)
16128 GUV CHENNAI EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL, 2S
05:15
15h 10m
20:25
Trivandrum (TVC)
16128 running status
Chennai (MS)
20636 ANANTAPURI EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
16:05
13h 55m
06:00
Trivandrum (TVC)
20636 running status
Chennai (MS)
12624 TVC MAS SF MAIL
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
15:00
16h 45m
07:45
Trivandrum (TVC)
12624 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12507 ARONAI EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
16:55
16h 15m
09:10
Trivandrum (TVC)
12507 running status
chennai (PER)
12512 RAPTISAGAR EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A, 1A
06:35
16h 30m
23:05
(TVCN)
12512 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12698 TVC MAS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL, 3E
19:15
15h 10m
10:25
Trivandrum (TVC)
12698 running status
Chennai (MAS)
22208 MAS SF AC EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 1A
19:15
15h 10m
10:25
Trivandrum (TVC)
22208 running status
Chennai (MAS)
22641 SHALIMAR SF EXP
M T W T F S S
3A, 3E, 2A, SL
16:55
16h 15m
09:10
Trivandrum (TVC)
22641 running status
chennai (PER)
22646 AHILYANAGARI EX
M T W T F S S
2A, 3E, SL
06:35
16h 30m
23:05
(TVCN)
22646 running status
Chennai (MAS)

14 Trains from Trivandrum to Chennai nearby stations

12634 KANYAKUMARI EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 3E
18:23
12h 12m
06:35
Nagercoil (NCJ)
12634 running status
Chennai (MS)
12662 POTHIGAI SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
18:45
11h 25m
06:10
Sengottai (SCT)
12662 running status
Chennai (MS)
16102 QLN MS EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
SL, 2A, 3A
13:50
13h 15m
03:05
Tenmalai (TML)
16102 running status
Chennai (MS)
20628 NCJ MS VB EXP
M T W T F S S
CC, EC
14:20
08h 40m
23:00
Nagercoil (NCJ)
20628 running status
Chennai (MS)
20684 SCT TBM SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3E, 2A
17:12
12h 53m
06:05
Ambasamudram (ASD)
20684 running status
Chennai (TBM)
22658 NCJ TBM SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
17:05
11h 05m
04:10
Nagercoil (NCJ)
22658 running status
Chennai (TBM)
12641 TIRUKKURAL EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
20:55
11h 30m
08:25
Nagercoil (NCJ)
12641 running status
Chennai (MS)
12666 CAPE HWH SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
06:15
12h 35m
18:50
Nagercoil (NCJ)
12666 running status
Chennai (MS)
12668 NCJ MS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
17:05
11h 05m
04:10
Nagercoil (NCJ)
12668 running status
Chennai (TBM)
12690 NCJ MAS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
20:00
15h 25m
11:25
Nagercoil (NCJ)
12690 running status
Chennai (MAS)
16352 NCJ CSMT EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
06:15
12h 00m
18:15
Nagercoil (NCJ)
16352 running status
Chengalpattu (CGL)
16367 KASHI TAMIL EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3E, 3A, 2A, 1A
20:55
15h 45m
12:40
Nagercoil (NCJ)
16367 running status
chennai (PER)
06056 NCJ AVD SF SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
15:50
13h 20m
05:10
Nagercoil (NCJ)
06056 running status
Avadi (AVD)
06012 NCJ TBM SF SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
23:15
11h 00m
10:15
Nagercoil (NCJ)
06012 running status
Chennai (TBM)
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Trivandrum to Chennai Train Overview

Are you looking for Trivandrum to Chennai trains? You must check out some important train-related information for your desired route. Find out the ticket price, distance, duration and other key details of trains running from Trivandrum to Chennai. 

Trivandrum to Chennai Distance 

803 kms

Trivandrum to Chennai Duration

 13h 53m

Total number of trains running from Trivandrum to Chennai 

25

Number of trains running daily from Trivandrum to Chennai 

7

Number of trains running weekly from Trivandrum to Chennai 

9 

Fastest train from Trivandrum to Chennai 

NCJ MS VB EXP (20628)

Cheapest train from Trivandrum to Chennai 

16128 (GUV CHENNAI EXP)

Departure timing of the first train from Trivandrum

05:15

Departure timing of the last train from Trivandrum

23:15

First train from Trivandrum to Chennai

GUV CHENNAI EXP,(16128)

Last train from Trivandrum to Chennai 

NCJ TBM SF SPL (06012)

Number of Major railway stations in Trivandrum

3

Number of Major railway stations in Chennai 

16 
Chennai to Trivandrum trains

Weekly Trains from Trivandrum to Chennai

There are 9 trains running weekly from Trivandrum to Chennai. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Trivandrum to Chennai.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationStarting Ticket Price
ARONAI EXPRESS (12507)16:5509:1016 hrs 15 mins₹485
TVC MAS SF EXP (12698)19:1510:2515 hrs 10 mins₹480
AHILYANAGARI EX (22646)06:3523:0516 hrs 30 mins-
CAPE HWH SF EXP (12666)06:1518:5012 hrs 35 mins₹425
NCJ MS SF EXP (12668)17:0504:1011 hrs 05 mins-
NCJ MAS SF EXP (12690)20:0011:2515 hrs 25 mins₹475
KASHI TAMIL EXP (16367)20:5512:4015 hrs 45 mins₹440
NCJ AVD SF SPL (06056)15:5005:1013 hrs 20 mins₹1375
NCJ TBM SF SPL (06012)23:1510:1511 hrs 00 mins₹525

Daily Trains from Trivandrum to Chennai

There are 7 trains running daily from Trivandrum to Chennai. Below is a list of trains running daily from Trivandrum to Chennai.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationCheapest Ticket Price
TVC MAS SF EXP (12696)17:1510:0016 hrs 45 mins₹490
GUV CHENNAI EXP (16128)05:1520:2515 hrs 10 mins₹250
ANANTAPURI EXP (20636)16:0506:0013 hrs 55 mins₹445
TVC MAS SF MAIL (12624)15:0007:4516 hrs 45 mins₹490
KANYAKUMARI EXP (12634)18:2306:3512 hrs 12 mins₹425
POTHIGAI SF EXP (12662)18:4506:1011 hrs 25 mins₹400
QLN MS EXPRESS (16102)13:5003:0513 hrs 15 mins₹380

Trivandrum to Chennai Train Timings

The first train running from Trivandrum to Chennai is at 05:15, while the last train is at 23:15. Based on your preferred timings, you can choose the train available for the Trivandrum to Chennai route.

Trivandrum to Chennai Distance

The distance between Trivandrum and Chennai is about 803 kms. To cover this route, you will need about 13h 53m. The duration might vary depending on whether you travel in a passenger, express, or superfast train. 

Trivandrum to Chennai Train Ticket Price

The average train ticket price from Trivandrum to Chennai is ₹250, while the maximum ticket price from Trivandrum to Chennai is ₹3070.  The train price will depend on the type of train and travel class you choose. 

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FAQs on Trivandrum to Chennai Train

How to book Tatkal tickets from Trivandrum to Chennai?

As per the new Tatkal booking rules, users must link their IRCTC account with their Aadhaar number to make successful booking.

How many days in advance can I book a train from Trivandrum to Chennai?

As per IRCTC rules, you can book train tickets 60 days in advance.

How can I reach redRail’s customer support for help with booking issues?

For any train ticket booking queries from Trivandrum to Chennai, call redRail customer support at 9902977777.

What is the best way to travel to Chennai from Trivandrum?

Travelling by train is the most convenient option for passengers commuting frequently. You can book train tickets from Trivandrum to Chennai in your preferred travel class and enjoy your travel.

How many trains run from Trivandrum to Chennai?

There are 25 trains that run from Trivandrum to Chennai route. Some trains run on a daily basis. On the other hand, some trains run weekly and can be booked in advance.

Which is the fastest train running from Trivandrum to Chennai?

NCJ MS VB EXP (20628) is the fastest among the Trivandrum to Chennai Trains. It departs from Nagercoil (NCJ) at 14:20 and arrives at Chennai (MS) at 23:00, covering the distance in just 08 hrs 40 mins.

What are the first and last train timings from Trivandrum to Chennai?

The first train departs from Trivandrum to Chennai is at 05:15 while, the last train depart at 23:15

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