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Trains from Trivandrum to Chennai
Explore information about the minimum train ticket fares for trains running between Chennai and Trivandrum. Train ticket prices on this route vary based on the class of travel, train category, and journey date. The train fare from Chennai to Trivandrum starts at ₹2280, depending on the coach class selected. Class-wise minimum ticket prices are listed below for reference.
| Class | Minimum Price |
|---|---|
| 1A | ₹3860 |
| 2A | ₹2330 |
| 3A | ₹2280 |
Explore the latest weekly train timetable from Chennai to Trivandrum, showing key departure and arrival times for trains that run on specific days of the week. This section helps you quickly check train timings, days of operation, and journey duration so you can plan your travel with confidence without having to dig through raw schedules. Typical entries include trains like SCL TVC EXPRESS, departing at 04:55 and arriving at 22:40 on Sunday with a travel time of around 17:45hrs. You can use this weekly train time table to find the best day and time that suits your plans, compare options, and see when each train leaves and reaches its destination. For frequent travelers or those booking ahead, this view of Chennai to Trivandrum train timings makes it easy to pick the right service.
| Train Name (No.) | Day of Departure | Origin Station | Time of Departure | Destination Station | Time of Arrival | Total Time of Travel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SCL TVC EXPRESS (12508) | Sunday | Chennai | 04:55 | Thiruvananthapuram | 22:40 | 17:45 hrs |
For travelers who want flexible dates, the daily train timetable from Chennai to Trivandrum lists all trains that run each day with their key timings. This includes trains like MAS TVC SF MAIL, which departs from Chennai at 19:45 and reaches Thiruvananthapuram by 12:15 in approximately 16:30hrs. Having this daily train timing and timetable in one place helps you quickly check when trains depart, how long the journey takes, and plan connections or onward travel. Most passengers looking up Chennai to Trivandrum daily train timings want simple clarity on schedules and duration — and this snapshot gives exactly that.
| Train Name | Departure Day | Origin Station | Departure Time | Destination Station | Arrival Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAS TVC SF MAIL (12623) | Daily | Chennai | 19:45 | Thiruvananthapuram | 12:15 | 16:30 hrs |
MS GURUVAYUR EXP (16127) | Daily | Chennai | 08:25 | Thiruvananthapuram | 23:15 | 14:50 hrs |
ANANTAPURI EXP (16723) | Daily | Chennai | 20:10 | Thiruvananthapuram | 11:40 | 15:30 hrs |
There are around 3 trains runs from Chennai to Trivandrum on a daily basis. The following trains start from Chennai to Trivandrum. MAS TVC SF MAIL (12623) , MS GURUVAYUR EXP (16127) , ANANTAPURI EXP (16723) etc.
Book NowThere are 3 weekly trains from Chennai to Trivandrum. Following trains are running from Chennai to Trivandrum on a weekly basis: SCL TVC EXPRESS (12508) , RAPTISAGAR EXP (12511) , TVC AC SF EXP (22207) etc.
Book NowThe first train from Chennai to Trivandrum is SCL TVC EXPRESS (12508) , which leaves around 04:55.
Book NowThe last train from Chennai to Trivandrum is RAPTISAGAR EXP (12511) , which leaves around 23:50.
Book NowThere are 1 Rajdhani Trains originating from Chennai to Trivandrum. The list of train includes: 22207.
Book NowTravel time by train between Chennai to Trivandrum is 14h 50m.
Book NowCurrently 5 Chennai to Trivandrum covid special trains are running.
Book NowGo to the MMT app on your mobile and click on Train & Buses icon> Food in Trains> Order Food> Enter your PNR and choose your food, pay online or COD and get the food delivered right at your seat.
Book NowThe number of railway stations in Chennai are 16.
Book NowThe number of railway stations in Trivandrum are 1.
Book NowTo travel from Chennai to Trivandrum by rail, the distance that needs to be covered is 876 kms.
Book NowThe fastest train from Thiruvananthapuram to Chennai is MS GURUVAYUR EXP.
Book NowThe train journey between Chennai to Trivandrum will take around 16:9 hrs.
Book Now6 trains run Chennai to Trivandrum, please find below their departure times:
12508 train (SCL TVC EXPRESS) - Departs at 04:55 hrs and running days ( Sun )
12511 train (RAPTISAGAR EXP) - Departs at 23:50 hrs and running days ( Mon, Fri, Sat )
A: The process to book Chennai to Trivandrum train tickets through MakeMyTrip, an official train ticket booking partner of IRCTC. Follow the steps given below:
1. Go to the MakeMyTrip Trains website or the MMT Train Booking Android app / iOS app, then enter Chennai and Trivandrum as your source and destination location.
2. Then, provide the date of the journey and select your preferred travel class. At this step, you can also choose any applicable quota for train ticket booking and proceed.
3. Proceed to browse through the available trains from Chennai to Trivandrum for the route on the given journey date and choose a suitable one based on train timing, fares/prices, etc.
4. Once you have checked seat availability and proceeded, you would then need to provide passenger details and follow up for payment with applicable offers and discounts.
5. Then, after a quick IRCTC login, you can continue to pay the final fare amount and receive a booking confirmation.
A: To book a Tatkal ticket for Chennai to Trivandrum on MakeMyTrip, simply select ‘Tatkal’ as your booking quota under the journey details and start booking during the applicable timeline. You can then select your train number, check seat availability, enter passenger details and pay after proceeding with the booking through IRCTC login credential.
You can book Tatkal tickets for trains from Chennai to Trivandrum a day before the required journey date on MakeMyTrip.
IRCTC provides a time slot for Tatkal ticket bookings daily between 10.00 am and 12.00 pm.
If you need to book an AC ticket under the Tatkal quota, you can make your booking a day before the preferred journey date between 10.00 am and 11.00 am.
For non-AC Chennai to Trivandrum train tickets, Tatkal bookings can be made between 11.00 am and 12.00 pm.
A: As per the latest rules laid down by IRCTC, you can book tickets for the Chennai to Trivandrum trains for at least 60 days in advance under the General quota. It is best to book your train ticket early on as it can allow seat selection in your preferred coach type with ample ticket availability.
Book NowA: You can cancel your Chennai to Trivandrum train ticket booked via the MakeMyTrip portal in the following few steps only:
1. Log in to your user account with MakeMyTrip and go to the ‘Bookings/My Bookings’ option available on the dashboard.
2. Then, open the Chennai to Trivandrum train ticket you wish to cancel.
3. There, you can select ‘Cancel Ticket’ as your service of choice and proceed with the cancellation steps.
4. Once you have cancelled your booked Chennai to Trivandrum train ticket, MakeMyTrip automatically initiates the refund as per the applicable refund rules.
Before cancelling your booked train ticket, you must go through the cancellation policy to know about the applicable charges and deductions.
A: There are no specific documents required for online railway/IRCTC reservation from Chennai to Trivandrum as IRCTC does not lay down any such requirements. However, you need to carry an original photo identity card issued by an eligible authority as proof of identity. Eligible identity documents to carry during your train journey include the likes of an Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driving License, etc.
Book NowWant to travel from Chennai to Trivandrum? Know about the trains running on this route. Some of the trains that run on this route are Hwh SCL TVC EXPRESS (12508),RAPTISAGAR EXP (12511),MAS TVC SF MAIL (12623),MS GURUVAYUR EXP (16127) etc. Time taken by different trains is approximately 14h 50m to 17h 45m. Choose your train according to your suitability from trains that run on daily basis like MAS TVC SF MAIL (12623) , MS GURUVAYUR EXP (16127) , ANANTAPURI EXP (16723) etc. You can also select train which are running on weekly basis SCL TVC EXPRESS (12508) , RAPTISAGAR EXP (12511) , TVC AC SF EXP (22207) etc. You can check live train running status, tatkal train tickets and PNR status on MakeMyTrip app and website. Choose MMT for the best Chennai to Trivandrum train ticket price. Before booking your train, get all the important info about the route as well as the Chennai to Trivandrum train fare.