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Pondicherry to Tirupati Trains

Q: What classes are available on Pondicherry to Tirupati 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.

3 direct trains between Pondicherry (PDY) and Tirupati (TPTY) — fastest covers it in 5h 15m, cheapest from ₹240.

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3Total trains

1Run daily

286km

5h 15mFastest

₹240From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take PDY HWH SF EXP (5h 15m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹240. 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
12868	PDY HWH SF EXP	14:15	19:30	05h 15m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Wed
16112	PDY-TPTY MEMU EXP	14:40	23:10	08h 30m		Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
17654	PDY KCG EXP	12:45	19:50	07h 05m	2A, 3A, SL	Tue, Fri, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Pondicherry to Tirupati?

There are 3 direct trains between Pondicherry (PDY) and Tirupati (TPTY), of which 1 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Pondicherry to Tirupati?

PDY HWH SF EXP (12868) is the fastest, covering the route in 5h 15m (286 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Pondicherry to Tirupati?

The lowest base fare is ₹240 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Pondicherry to Tirupati?

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 Pondicherry to Tirupati trains?

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