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Shalimar to Chennai Beach Jn Trains

Q: What classes are available on Shalimar to Chennai Beach Jn 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.

24 direct trains between Shalimar (SHM) and Chennai Beach Jn (MSB) — fastest covers it in 25h 50m, cheapest from ₹710.

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24Total trains

2Run daily

1635km

25h 50mFastest

₹710From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take COROMANDAL EXP (25h 50m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹710. 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
02841	SHM MSB SPL	23:30	03:00	27h 30m	2A, 3A, SL	Thu
22502	NTSK SMVB EXP	00:02	03:10	27h 08m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Sun
12504	HUMSAFAR EXP	11:30	13:55	26h 25m	3A	Wed, Sun
12510	GHY SMVB EXP	00:06	03:10	27h 04m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed
12665	HWH CAPE SF EXP	16:00	19:45	27h 45m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon
12841	COROMANDAL EXP	15:10	17:00	25h 50m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
15228	MFP SMVB EXP	22:12	03:00	28h 48m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon
06076	SRC TBM SPL	21:30	10:30	37h 00m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Wed
06086	PNBE ERS SPL	10:35	17:35	31h 00m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Tue
15628	SCL CBE EXPRESS	00:06	03:10	27h 04m	2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Thu
15608	ARONAI EXPRESS	00:06	03:10	27h 04m	2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Sat
22841	SRC TBM ANTYODAYA EXPRESS	17:55	21:30	27h 35m		Mon
22825	SHM MAS SF EXP	12:10	14:05	25h 55m	2A, 3A, SL	Tue
16524	BLGT SMVB EXP	14:55	20:15	29h 20m	2A, 3A, SL	Sat
22807	MAS SUF AC EXP	17:55	20:20	26h 25m	1A, 2A, 3A	Tue, Fri
22642	SHM TVC SUF EXP	23:45	03:00	27h 15m	2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Tue, Sun
22306	JSME SMVT EXP	11:30	13:55	26h 25m	2A, 3A, SL	Fri
05952	NTSK SMVB SPL	23:35	03:10	27h 35m	3A	Fri
20609	AMRIT BHARAT EXP	04:00	07:00	27h 00m	SL	Sat
16108	TBM AMRIT BHARAT	23:55	09:05	33h 10m	SL	Sat
16224	RDP SMVB EXPRESS	07:15	14:00	30h 45m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon
18041	SHM MAS EXP	14:45	16:45	26h 00m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon
12839	CHENNAI MAIL	23:45	03:20	27h 35m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
12663	HWH TPJ SUF EXP	17:35	20:40	27h 05m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Thu, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Shalimar to Chennai Beach Jn?

There are 24 direct trains between Shalimar (SHM) and Chennai Beach Jn (MSB), of which 2 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Shalimar to Chennai Beach Jn?

COROMANDAL EXP (12841) is the fastest, covering the route in 25h 50m (1635 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Shalimar to Chennai Beach Jn?

The lowest base fare is ₹710 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Shalimar to Chennai Beach Jn?

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 Shalimar to Chennai Beach Jn 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.