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Chennai Egmore to Mannargudi Trains

Q: What classes are available on Chennai Egmore to Mannargudi trains?

Trains on this route offer various classes including Sleeper (SL), Third AC (3A), Second AC (2A), First AC (1A), Chair Car (CC), and more depending on the train.

2 direct trains between Chennai Egmore (MS) and Mannargudi (MQ) — fastest covers it in 6h 55m, cheapest from ₹245.

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2Total trains

1Run daily

356km

6h 55mFastest

₹245From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take BGKT MQ SF EXP (6h 55m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹245. Premium-class travellers should book 60+ days ahead during festival/holiday weeks; sleeper-class WL on this corridor often clears in the chart.

Train No.	Train Name	Departure	Arrival	Duration	Classes	Runs On
22673	BGKT MQ SF EXP	09:40	16:35	06h 55m	2A, 3A, SL	Sat
16179	MS MQ EXPRESS	22:55	06:20	07h 25m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Chennai Egmore to Mannargudi?

There are 2 direct trains between Chennai Egmore (MS) and Mannargudi (MQ), of which 1 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Chennai Egmore to Mannargudi?

BGKT MQ SF EXP (22673) is the fastest, covering the route in 6h 55m (356 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Chennai Egmore to Mannargudi?

The lowest base fare is ₹245 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Chennai Egmore to Mannargudi?

Visit Ghumo.Live, select your travel date, and view real-time CNF/RAC/WL availability for all classes (SL, 3A, 2A, 1A, CC, EC) and quotas (GN, TQ, PT). The arrow buttons (‹ ›) flip dates without re-running the search.

What classes are available on Chennai Egmore to Mannargudi trains?

Available classes on this route: 1A, 2A, 3A, SL.

When should I book to get a confirmed ticket?

For premium classes (1A/2A/3A) on this route, book 60+ days ahead during festival/holiday weeks. For Sleeper, mid-week travel typically clears WL in the chart even when booked 2–3 weeks ahead. Use Waitlist Prediction to get specific odds for your train and date.