New Delhi to Madras Trains: Book from 5 Trains, Check Fares, Timetable

Q: What are the details of the New Delhi to Madras train time?

5 trains run from New Delhi to Madras, please find below their departure times 12642 train (NZM CAPE SF EXP) - Departs at 05:20 hrs and running days ( Mon Sat ) 20494 train (CDG MDU SF EXP) - Departs at 14:15 hrs and running days ( Mon Fri ) 12612 train (MAS GARIB RATH) - Departs at 15:35 hrs and running days ( Mon ) 12616 train (GRAND TRUNK EXP) - Departs at 16:10 hrs and running days ( Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat ) 12622 train (TAMILNADU EXP) - Departs at 21:05 hrs and running days ( Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat )

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New Delhi to Madras Trains

Train tickets available on 5 trains from New Delhi to Madras for Mon, 25 May 2026

दिल्ली से चेन्नई के लिए ट्रेन (हिंदी में देखें)

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12642 NZM CAPE SF EXP

S M T W T F S

05:20 NZM

35h 15m

16:35 TBM

12642 Running Status

53 min ago

51 min ago

5 min ago

20494 CDG MDU SF EXP

S M T W T F S

14:15 NZM

37h 10m

03:25 PER

20494 Running Status

6 hrs ago

4 hrs ago

4 hrs ago

54 min ago

12612 MAS GARIB RATH

S M T W T F S

15:35 NZM

29h 25m

21:00 MAS

12612 Running Status

7 min ago

₹1590

WL 193

45% Chance

12616 GRAND TRUNK EXP

S M T W T F S

16:10 NDLS

36h 30m

04:40 MAS

12616 Running Status

1 hrs ago

3 hrs ago

8 min ago

1 hrs ago

12622 TAMILNADU EXP

S M T W T F S

21:05 NDLS

33h 30m

06:35 MAS

12622 Running Status

1 hrs ago

3 hrs ago

14 min ago

53 min ago

8 min ago

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Trains from New Delhi to Madras

5 trains run between New Delhi and Madras. New Delhi has 2 stations, from which you can easily book train tickets to Madras.

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New Delhi to Madras Train Distance

The distance between New Delhi and Madras is approximately 2182km. New Delhi to Madras distance by train is covered in about 35:15 hours. The fastest train between these cities takes approximately 29:25 hours and halts at a few stations. Some train services take longer to cover the New Delhi to Madras train distance. To reduce your travel time, check train routes and train timetables before booking your ticket.

New Delhi to Madras Train Ticket Price

If you are in search of affordable train tickets from New Delhi to Madras, ConfirmTkt is the best platform. The New Delhi to Madras train ticket price varies according to travel dates, coach type, and individual preferences. Travellers can find New Delhi to Madras train fare priced between ₹890 and ₹5380, with the lowest price starting at ₹890. Below are the minimum New Delhi to Madras train reservation ticket prices for all classes:

Class	Minimum Price
1A	₹5375
2A	₹3175
3A	₹1590
SL	₹885

Weekly Trains from New Delhi to Madras

There are 1 weekly trains running between New Delhi and Madras. Check the details below:

Train Name (No.)	Day of Departure	Time of Departure	Time of Arrival	Origin Station	Destination Station	Total Time of Travel
MAS GARIB RATH (12612)	Mon	15:35	21:00	Delhi Hazrat Nizamuddin	Chennai Central	29:25 hrs

Daily Trains from New Delhi to Madras

A total of 2 trains run daily from New Delhi to Madras. See the details below:

Train Name (No.)	Day of Departure	Time of Departure	Time of Arrival	Origin Station	Destination Station	Total Time of Travel
GRAND TRUNK EXP (12616)	Daily	16:10	04:40	New Delhi	Chennai Central	36:30 hrs
TAMILNADU EXP (12622)	Daily	21:05	06:35	New Delhi	Chennai Central	33:30 hrs

First Train from New Delhi to Madras

The first train from New Delhi to Madras is NZM CAPE SF EXP. It starts from New Delhi at 05:20 and reaches Madras at 16:35.

Last Train from New Delhi to Madras

The last train from New Delhi to Madras is TAMILNADU EXP. It starts from New Delhi at 21:05 and reaches Madras at 06:35.

Fastest Train from New Delhi to Madras

The fastest train from New Delhi to Madras is MAS GARIB RATH. The total New Delhi to Madras distance by train is 2182 km. It takes only 29:25 hours to cover.

Cheapest Train from New Delhi to Madras

The cheapest train from New Delhi to Madras is CDG MDU SF EXP (20494). The lowest price for New Delhi to Madras train ticket is ₹890.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the details of the New Delhi to Madras train time?

5 trains run between New Delhi and Madras. Please find below the details of New Delhi to Madras train time:

12642 NZM CAPE SF EXP departs New Delhi at 05:20 and reaches Madras at 16:35 Running days: Mon Sat
20494 CDG MDU SF EXP departs New Delhi at 14:15 and reaches Madras at 03:25 Running days: Mon Fri
12612 MAS GARIB RATH departs New Delhi at 15:35 and reaches Madras at 21:00 Running days: Mon
12616 GRAND TRUNK EXP departs New Delhi at 16:10 and reaches Madras at 04:40 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
12622 TAMILNADU EXP departs New Delhi at 21:05 and reaches Madras at 06:35 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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You can book train tickets for the New Delhi to Madras route up to 60 days in advance.

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Which factors influence the New Delhi to Madras train ticket price?

The New Delhi to Madras train ticket rate depends on the date of travel, seasonal demand, coach type, individual preferences and more. The ticket fare varies between ₹890 and ₹5380, with the lowest New Delhi to Madras train ticket price starting at ₹890.