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Tuticorin to Chennai Egmore Trains

Q: What classes are available on Tuticorin to Chennai Egmore 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 Tuticorin (TN) and Chennai Egmore (MS) — fastest covers it in 10h 30m, cheapest from ₹415.

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2Total trains

1Run daily

656km

10h 30mFastest

₹415From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take PEARL CITY EXP (10h 30m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹415. 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
12694	PEARL CITY EXP	21:05	07:35	10h 30m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
06018	TN TBM SPECIAL	23:30	12:30	13h 00m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Tuticorin to Chennai Egmore?

There are 2 direct trains between Tuticorin (TN) and Chennai Egmore (MS), of which 1 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Tuticorin to Chennai Egmore?

PEARL CITY EXP (12694) is the fastest, covering the route in 10h 30m (656 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Tuticorin to Chennai Egmore?

The lowest base fare is ₹415 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Tuticorin to Chennai Egmore?

Visit Ghumo, 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 Tuticorin to Chennai Egmore 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.