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Vellankanni to Chennai Egmore Trains

Q: What classes are available on Vellankanni 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.

1 direct train between Vellankanni (VLNK) and Chennai Egmore (MS) — fastest covers it in 7h 25m, cheapest from ₹240.

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1Total trains

1Run daily

348km

7h 25mFastest

₹240From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take VLNK MS EXPRESS (7h 25m). 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
16176	VLNK MS EXPRESS	21:50	05:15	07h 25m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Vellankanni to Chennai Egmore?

There is 1 direct train between Vellankanni (VLNK) and Chennai Egmore (MS), of which 1 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Vellankanni to Chennai Egmore?

VLNK MS EXPRESS (16176) is the fastest, covering the route in 7h 25m (348 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Vellankanni to Chennai Egmore?

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 Vellankanni to Chennai Egmore?

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 Vellankanni to Chennai Egmore trains?

Available classes on this route: 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.