Chennai to Kolkata Trains: Book from 4 Trains, Check Fares, Timetable

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

4 trains run from Chennai to Kolkata, please find below their departure times 12509 train (GUWAHATI EXP) - Departs at 05:10 hrs and running days ( Thu Fri Sat ) 12842 train (COROMANDEL EXP) - Departs at 07:00 hrs and running days ( Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat ) 12840 train (MAS HWH SF MAIL) - Departs at 19:00 hrs and running days ( Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat ) 12666 train (CAPE HWH SF EXP) - Departs at 19:05 hrs and running days ( Sat )

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Chennai to Kolkata Trains

Train tickets available on 4 trains from Chennai to Kolkata for Sat, 15 Aug 2026

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Aug

Fri, 14 Sat, 15 Sun, 16 Mon, 17 Tue, 18 Wed, 19 Thu, 20

12509 GUWAHATI EXP

S M T W T F S

05:10 PER

28h 22m

09:32 DKAE

12509 Running Status

49 min ago

1 hrs ago

5 min ago

12842 COROMANDEL EXP

S M T W T F S

07:00 MAS

28h 00m

11:00 HWH

12842 Running Status

21 min ago

3 min ago

6 min ago

2 min ago

7 min ago

12840 MAS HWH SF MAIL

S M T W T F S

19:00 MAS

28h 20m

23:20 HWH

12840 Running Status

4 hrs ago

₹4530

WL 5

Alternate Travel Plan

9 min ago

₹2695

WL 10

Alternate Travel Plan

54 min ago

7 min ago

1 min ago

12666 CAPE HWH SF EXP

S M T W T F S

19:05 MS

29h 00m

00:05 HWH

12666 Running Status

2 hrs ago

46 min ago

33 min ago

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Trains from Chennai to Kolkata

4 trains run between Chennai and Kolkata. Chennai has 3 stations, from which you can easily book train tickets to Kolkata.

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Chennai to Kolkata Train Distance

The distance between Chennai and Kolkata is approximately 1664km. Chennai to Kolkata distance by train is covered in about 28:22 hours. The fastest train between these cities takes approximately 28:00 hours and halts at a few stations. Some train services take longer to cover the Chennai to Kolkata train distance. To reduce your travel time, check train routes and train timetables before booking your ticket.

Chennai to Kolkata Train Ticket Price

If you are in search of affordable train tickets from Chennai to Kolkata, ConfirmTkt is the best platform. The Chennai to Kolkata train ticket price varies according to travel dates, coach type, and individual preferences. Travellers can find Chennai to Kolkata train fare priced between ₹760 and ₹4540, with the lowest price starting at ₹760. Below are the minimum Chennai to Kolkata train reservation ticket prices for all classes:

Class	Minimum Price
1A	₹4530
2A	₹2695
3A	₹1895
SL	₹750

Weekly Trains from Chennai to Kolkata

There are 1 weekly trains running between Chennai and Kolkata. Check the details below:

Train Name (No.)	Day of Departure	Time of Departure	Time of Arrival	Origin Station	Destination Station	Total Time of Travel
CAPE HWH SF EXP (12666)	Sat	19:05	00:05	Chennai Egmore	Kolkata Howrah Junction	29:00 hrs

Daily Trains from Chennai to Kolkata

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

Train Name (No.)	Day of Departure	Time of Departure	Time of Arrival	Origin Station	Destination Station	Total Time of Travel
COROMANDEL EXP (12842)	Daily	07:00	11:00	Chennai Central	Kolkata Howrah Junction	28:00 hrs
MAS HWH SF MAIL (12840)	Daily	19:00	23:20	Chennai Central	Kolkata Howrah Junction	28:20 hrs

First Train from Chennai to Kolkata

The first train from Chennai to Kolkata is GUWAHATI EXP. It starts from Chennai at 05:10 and reaches Kolkata at 09:32.

Last Train from Chennai to Kolkata

The last train from Chennai to Kolkata is CAPE HWH SF EXP. It starts from Chennai at 19:05 and reaches Kolkata at 00:05.

Fastest Train from Chennai to Kolkata

The fastest train from Chennai to Kolkata is COROMANDEL EXP. The total Chennai to Kolkata distance by train is 1664 km. It takes only 28:00 hours to cover.

Cheapest Train from Chennai to Kolkata

The cheapest train from Chennai to Kolkata is GUWAHATI EXP (12509). The lowest price for Chennai to Kolkata train ticket is ₹760.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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

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

12509 GUWAHATI EXP departs Chennai at 05:10 and reaches Kolkata at 09:32 Running days: Thu Fri Sat
12842 COROMANDEL EXP departs Chennai at 07:00 and reaches Kolkata at 11:00 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
12840 MAS HWH SF MAIL departs Chennai at 19:00 and reaches Kolkata at 23:20 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
12666 CAPE HWH SF EXP departs Chennai at 19:05 and reaches Kolkata at 00:05 Running days: Sat

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How many days in advance can I book tickets for the Chennai to Kolkata train?

You can book train tickets for the Chennai to Kolkata route up to 60 days in advance.

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Which factors influence the Chennai to Kolkata train ticket price?

The Chennai to Kolkata train ticket rate depends on the date of travel, seasonal demand, coach type, individual preferences and more. The ticket fare varies between ₹760 and ₹4540, with the lowest Chennai to Kolkata train ticket price starting at ₹760.