Chennai to Kodaikanal Trains: Book from 5 Trains, Check Fares, Timetable

Q: What are the details of the Chennai to Kodaikanal train time?

5 trains run from Chennai to Kodaikanal, please find below their departure times 06045 train (MS CAPE SF SPL) - Departs at 00:32 hrs and running days ( Sat ) 06049 train (TBM TSI SPECIAL) - Departs at 05:00 hrs and running days ( Sat ) 16127 train (MS GURUVAYUR EXP) - Departs at 11:07 hrs and running days ( Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat ) 12637 train (PANDIAN SF EXP) - Departs at 21:40 hrs and running days ( Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat ) 06059 train (TBM BDNK SPECIAL) - Departs at 22:30 hrs and running days ( Sat )

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Train tickets available on 5 trains from Chennai to Kodaikanal for Sat, 7 Nov 2026

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06045 MS CAPE SF SPL

S M T W T F S

00:32 TBM

6h 24m

06:56 KQN

06045 Running Status

15 hrs ago

15 hrs ago

7 days ago

06049 TBM TSI SPECIAL

S M T W T F S

05:00 TBM

6h 33m

11:33 KQN

06049 Running Status

15 hrs ago

3 days ago

16127 MS GURUVAYUR EXP

S M T W T F S

11:07 TBM

6h 35m

17:42 KQN

16127 Running Status

12 hrs ago

16 hrs ago

49 min ago

12637 PANDIAN SF EXP

S M T W T F S

21:40 MS

6h 33m

04:13 KQN

12637 Running Status

6 hrs ago

16 hrs ago

Alternate Travel Plan

16 hrs ago

6 hrs ago

06059 TBM BDNK SPECIAL

S M T W T F S

22:30 TBM

9h 18m

07:48 KQN

06059 Running Status

5 days ago

₹2440

WL 1

Alternate Travel Plan

15 hrs ago

₹1575

WL 3

Alternate Travel Plan

15 hrs ago

₹1130

WL 13

Alternate Travel Plan

4 days ago

₹420

WL 59

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Trains from Chennai to Kodaikanal

5 trains run between Chennai and Kodaikanal. Chennai has 2 stations, from which you can easily book train tickets to Kodaikanal.

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Chennai to Kodaikanal Train Distance

The distance between Chennai and Kodaikanal is approximately 454km. Chennai to Kodaikanal distance by train is covered in about 6:24 hours. The fastest train between these cities takes approximately 6:24 hours and halts at a few stations. Some train services take longer to cover the Chennai to Kodaikanal train distance. To reduce your travel time, check train routes and train timetables before booking your ticket.

Chennai to Kodaikanal Train Ticket Price

If you are in search of affordable train tickets from Chennai to Kodaikanal, ConfirmTkt is the best platform. The Chennai to Kodaikanal train ticket price varies according to travel dates, coach type, and individual preferences. Travellers can find Chennai to Kodaikanal train fare priced between ₹200 and ₹2450, with the lowest price starting at ₹200. Below are the minimum Chennai to Kodaikanal train reservation ticket prices for all classes:

Class	Minimum Price
1A	₹1860
2A	₹1040
3A	₹735
SL	₹280

Weekly Trains from Chennai to Kodaikanal

There are 3 weekly trains running between Chennai and Kodaikanal. Check the details below:

Train Name (No.)	Day of Departure	Time of Departure	Time of Arrival	Origin Station	Destination Station	Total Time of Travel
MS CAPE SF SPL (06045)	Sat	00:32	06:56	Tambaram	Kodaikanal Road	6:24 hrs
TBM TSI SPECIAL (06049)	Sat	05:00	11:33	Tambaram	Kodaikanal Road	6:33 hrs
TBM BDNK SPECIAL (06059)	Sat	22:30	07:48	Tambaram	Kodaikanal Road	9:18 hrs

Daily Trains from Chennai to Kodaikanal

A total of 2 trains run daily from Chennai to Kodaikanal. See the details below:

Train Name (No.)	Day of Departure	Time of Departure	Time of Arrival	Origin Station	Destination Station	Total Time of Travel
MS GURUVAYUR EXP (16127)	Daily	11:07	17:42	Tambaram	Kodaikanal Road	6:35 hrs
PANDIAN SF EXP (12637)	Daily	21:40	04:13	Chennai Egmore	Kodaikanal Road	6:33 hrs

First Train from Chennai to Kodaikanal

The first train from Chennai to Kodaikanal is MS CAPE SF SPL. It starts from Chennai at 00:32 and reaches Kodaikanal at 06:56.

Last Train from Chennai to Kodaikanal

The last train from Chennai to Kodaikanal is TBM BDNK SPECIAL. It starts from Chennai at 22:30 and reaches Kodaikanal at 07:48.

Fastest Train from Chennai to Kodaikanal

The fastest train from Chennai to Kodaikanal is MS CAPE SF SPL. The total Chennai to Kodaikanal distance by train is 454 km. It takes only 6:24 hours to cover.

Cheapest Train from Chennai to Kodaikanal

The cheapest train from Chennai to Kodaikanal is TBM TSI SPECIAL (06049). The lowest price for Chennai to Kodaikanal train ticket is ₹200.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the details of the Chennai to Kodaikanal train time?

5 trains run between Chennai and Kodaikanal. Please find below the details of Chennai to Kodaikanal train time:

06045 MS CAPE SF SPL departs Chennai at 00:32 and reaches Kodaikanal at 06:56 Running days: Sat
06049 TBM TSI SPECIAL departs Chennai at 05:00 and reaches Kodaikanal at 11:33 Running days: Sat
16127 MS GURUVAYUR EXP departs Chennai at 11:07 and reaches Kodaikanal at 17:42 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
12637 PANDIAN SF EXP departs Chennai at 21:40 and reaches Kodaikanal at 04:13 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
06059 TBM BDNK SPECIAL departs Chennai at 22:30 and reaches Kodaikanal at 07:48 Running days: Sat

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Which factors influence the Chennai to Kodaikanal train ticket price?

The Chennai to Kodaikanal train ticket rate depends on the date of travel, seasonal demand, coach type, individual preferences and more. The ticket fare varies between ₹200 and ₹2450, with the lowest Chennai to Kodaikanal train ticket price starting at ₹200.