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Sengottai to Tambaram Trains

Q: What classes are available on Sengottai to Tambaram 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.

5 direct trains between Sengottai (SCT) and Tambaram (TBM) — fastest covers it in 9h 53m, cheapest from ₹370.

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5Total trains

2Run daily

645km

9h 53mFastest

₹370From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take POTHIGAI SF EXP (9h 53m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹370. 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
12662	POTHIGAI SF EXP	18:50	04:43	09h 53m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
16102	QLN MS EXPRESS	19:15	06:05	10h 50m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
20682	SILAMBU SF EXP	17:10	04:25	11h 15m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Thu, Sat, Sun
20684	SCT TBM SF EXP	17:35	07:25	13h 50m	2A, 3E, SL	Mon, Wed, Fri
06184	SCT TBM SPECIAL	17:30	08:30	15h 00m	3A, SL	Sat, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Sengottai to Tambaram?

There are 5 direct trains between Sengottai (SCT) and Tambaram (TBM), of which 2 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Sengottai to Tambaram?

POTHIGAI SF EXP (12662) is the fastest, covering the route in 9h 53m (645 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Sengottai to Tambaram?

The lowest base fare is ₹370 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Sengottai to Tambaram?

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 Sengottai to Tambaram 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.