Special train between Santragachi-MGR Chennai Central
Special train between Santragachi-MGR Chennai Central
Special train between Santragachi-MGR Chennai Central (Train No. 02807 / 02808) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, South Eastern Railway has decided to run special train between Santragachi-MGR Chennai Central-Santragachi (Train No. 02807 / 02808)
Train No. 02807 Santragachi-MGR Chennai Central special train
Train No. 02807 Santragachi-MGR Chennai Central Special train will leave from (Every Tues, Fri) Santragachi at 19.00 hrs & will reach MGR Chennai Central at 22.45 hrs and train running time between the station 27 hour and 45 minutes.
Train No. 02808 MGR Chennai Central-Santragachi special train
Similarly, Train No. 02808 MGR Chennai Central-Santragachi Special train will leave from (Every Sun, Thurs) MGR Chennai Central at 08.10 hrs & will reach Santragachi at 10.25 hrs and train running time between the station 26 hour and 15 minutes.
Santragachi-MGR Chennai Central Distance between the station is 1655 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 02807 from Santragachi-MGR Chennai Central special train will commence from 16-10-2025
Train No: 02808 from MGR Chennai Central-Santragachi special train will commence from 18-10-2025
Enroute, these special trains will stop at Kharagpur, Balasore, Bhadrak, Cuttack, Bhubaneswar, Khurda Rd, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, Samalkot, Rajahmundry, Tadepalligudem, Vijayawada, Ongole, Nellore and Gudur stations in both the directions.
These special trains will consist of AC First Class, II Tier AC, III Tier AC Coaches.
Here’s the latest verified information on special trains between Santragachi Junction (SRC) and MGR Chennai Central (MAS), including timetable, route, frequency, and fare class details:
Contents
🚄 1. Rutine AC Superfast Express (Bi‑weekly): 22807 / 22808
This is a regular special‑fare AC superfast train, not a short‐term festival special:
- Train 22807 (Santragachi → MGR Chennai Central)
▸ Departs Santragachi Jn (SRC) at 17:55 and arrives Chennai Central (MAS) ~27 h 45 min later, on the second day of journey - Train 22808 (Chennai Central → Santragachi)
▸ Departs MAS at ~08:15 and reaches SRC at ~10:55 next day
Details:
- Distance: ~1654 km
- Journey time: 27 h 45 min (22807); 26 h 30 min reverse (22808)
- Frequency: Bi‑weekly
- 22807 runs Tuesdays & Fridays
- 22808 runs Thursdays & Sundays
- AC Classes Available: 1A, 2A, 3A
- Catering: Pantry car + e‑catering
- Stops: ~17–18 major halts including Kharagpur, Balasore, Bhubaneswar, Visakhapatnam (reversal), Vijayawada, Gudur, others
⚡ 2. Short‑Term “Special” Train 02841
A festival or seasonal Superfast Special (code 02841) sometimes scheduled between Santragachi and Chennai Central:
- Departure from SRC: ~12:40
- Arrival at MAS: ~16:40 (next day)
- Distance: ~1658 km
- Stops: ~13 intermediate halts, max dwell ~5 min (e.g. Kharagpur)
- Frequency: Only on Fridays
Timing Summary:
| Train No. | Direction | Dep–Arr (SRC → MAS) | Distance | Journey Time | Days | Halts | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22807 | SRC → Chennai | 17:55 → ~20:30 (Day 2) | ~1654 km | ~27 h 45 min | Tue, Fri | ~17–18 | 1A, 2A, 3A |
| 22808 | Chennai → SRC | ~08:15 → ~10:55 (Day 2) | same | ~26 h 30 min | Thu, Sun | ~17–18 | 1A, 2A, 3A |
| 02841 | SRC → Chennai (special) | 12:40 → ~16:40 (Day 2) | ~1658 km | ~28 h | Fri only | ~13 | Likely similar to express |
💰 Fare Estimate
Since 22807/22808 are superfast AC trains, fares include the superfast surcharge. Approximate ticket prices based on current IRCTC fare structure (subject to change):
- 1A: ₹5,000–₹6,000
- 2A: ₹3,200–₹3,600
- 3A: ₹2,300–₹2,600
For exact and updated fare, please consult the IRCTC official fare calculator or booking portal.
🧭 Route Highlights
- Major intermediate stops include Kharagpur → Balasore → Bhubaneswar → Khurda Road → Visakhapatnam (direction reversal) → Vijayawada → Gudur → Chennai Central
- Typical stopping pattern: about 17–18 halts on 22807/08, and ~13 halts on short‑term specials
✅ Booking Guidance
- Best choice: Use 22807/22808 for consistent, scheduled service with AC comfort.
- One‑off specials like 02841 may run during high-demand periods—check availability if your travel date aligns.
- Real-time train availability, coach composition, and fare should be verified on IRCTC or trusted travel portals.
- PNR confirmation & live status often mirror their regular AC Express counterparts.
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