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Ksr Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari Trains

Q: What classes are available on Ksr Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari 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 Ksr Bengaluru (SBC) and Kanniyakumari (CAPE) — fastest covers it in 14h 05m, cheapest from ₹390.

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2Total trains

2Run daily

664km

14h 05mFastest

₹390From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take NAGERCOIL EXP (14h 05m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹390. 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
16526	KANYAKUMARI EXP	20:10	14:50	18h 40m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
17235	NAGERCOIL EXP	17:15	07:20	14h 05m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Ksr Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari?

There are 2 direct trains between Ksr Bengaluru (SBC) and Kanniyakumari (CAPE), of which 2 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Ksr Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari?

NAGERCOIL EXP (17235) is the fastest, covering the route in 14h 05m (664 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Ksr Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari?

The lowest base fare is ₹390 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Ksr Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari?

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 Ksr Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari 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.