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Trains from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram

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

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Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram Train Distance

The distance between Chennai and Thiruvananthapuram is approximately 886km. Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram distance by train is covered in about 16:50 hours. The fastest train between these cities takes approximately 13:33 hours and halts at a few stations. Some train services take longer to cover the Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram train distance. To reduce your travel time, check train routes and train timetables before booking your ticket.

Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram Train Ticket Price

If you are in search of affordable train tickets from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram, ConfirmTkt is the best platform. The Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram train ticket price varies according to travel dates, coach type, and individual preferences. Travellers can find Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram train fare priced between ₹260 and ₹3890, with the lowest price starting at ₹260. Below are the minimum Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram train reservation ticket prices for all classes:


Class Minimum Price
1A ₹2800
2A ₹1605
3A ₹1125
SL ₹415

Weekly Trains from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram

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

Train Name (No.) Day of Departure Time of Departure Time of Arrival Origin Station Destination Station Total Time of Travel
SCL TVC EXPRESS (12508) Sun 03:15 20:45 Perambur Trivandrum Central 17:30 hrs
MAS TVC SF EXP (12697) Sun 15:10 06:40 Chennai Central Trivandrum Central 15:30 hrs
INDB KCVL SF EXP (22645) Tue 23:10 15:40 Chennai Central 16:30 hrs

Daily Trains from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram

A total of 4 trains run daily from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram. 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 10:47 00:20 Tambaram Trivandrum Central 13:33 hrs
MAS TVC SF EXP (12695) Daily 15:20 07:45 Chennai Central Trivandrum Central 16:25 hrs
MAS TVC SF MAIL (12623) Daily 19:30 11:20 Chennai Central Trivandrum Central 15:50 hrs
ANANTAPURI EXP (20635) Daily 19:50 09:25 Chennai Egmore Trivandrum Central 13:35 hrs

First Train from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram

The first train from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram is SHM TVC SUF EXP. It starts from Chennai at 03:05 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram at 19:55.


Last Train from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram

The last train from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram is RAPTISAGAR EXP. It starts from Chennai at 23:10 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram at 15:40.


Fastest Train from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram

The fastest train from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram is MS GURUVAYUR EXP. The total Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram distance by train is 886 km. It takes only 13:33 hours to cover.


Cheapest Train from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram

The cheapest train from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram is MS GURUVAYUR EXP (16127). The lowest price for Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram train ticket is ₹260.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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

11 trains run between Chennai and Thiruvananthapuram. Please find below the details of Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram train time:
  1. 22642 SHM TVC SUF EXP departs Chennai at 03:05 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram at 19:55 Running days: Tue Thu
  2. 12508 SCL TVC EXPRESS departs Chennai at 03:15 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram at 20:45 Running days: Sun
  3. 16127 MS GURUVAYUR EXP departs Chennai at 10:47 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram at 00:20 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  4. 12697 MAS TVC SF EXP departs Chennai at 15:10 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram at 06:40 Running days: Sun
  5. 12695 MAS TVC SF EXP departs Chennai at 15:20 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram at 07:45 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  6. 22207 TVC AC SF EXP departs Chennai at 16:00 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram at 07:00 Running days: Tue Fri
  7. 12623 MAS TVC SF MAIL departs Chennai at 19:30 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram at 11:20 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  8. 20635 ANANTAPURI EXP departs Chennai at 19:50 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram at 09:25 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  9. 12511 RAPTISAGAR EXP departs Chennai at 23:10 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram at 15:40 Running days: Mon Fri Sat
  10. 22647 KRBA TVCN SF EXP departs Chennai at 23:10 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram at 15:40 Running days: Sun Thu
  11. 22645 INDB KCVL SF EXP departs Chennai at 23:10 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram at 15:40 Running days: Tue

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

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Which factors influence the Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram train ticket price?

The Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram train ticket rate depends on the date of travel, seasonal demand, coach type, individual preferences and more. The ticket fare varies between ₹260 and ₹3890, with the lowest Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram train ticket price starting at ₹260.