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Chennai Egmore to Tuticorin Trains

Q: What classes are available on Chennai Egmore to Tuticorin 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.

1 direct train between Chennai Egmore (MS) and Tuticorin (TN) — fastest covers it in 10h 40m, cheapest from ₹414.

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1Total trains

1Run daily

656km

10h 40mFastest

₹414From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take PEARL CITY EXP (10h 40m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹414. 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
12693	PEARL CITY EXP	19:15	05:55	10h 40m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Chennai Egmore to Tuticorin?

There is 1 direct train between Chennai Egmore (MS) and Tuticorin (TN), of which 1 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Chennai Egmore to Tuticorin?

PEARL CITY EXP (12693) is the fastest, covering the route in 10h 40m (656 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Chennai Egmore to Tuticorin?

The lowest base fare is ₹414 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 Tuticorin?

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 Tuticorin 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.