Special train between Chennai Egmore – Kanniyakumari (Train No.02633/02634) time table, route, frequency and fare
Special train between Chennai Egmore – Kanniyakumari (Train No.02633/02634) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train No.02633/02634 Chennai Egmore – Kanniyakumari – Chennai Emore Daily Special
Train No.02633 will leave Chennai Egmore at 17.15 hrs and reach Kanniyakumari at 06.20 hrs the next day.
In the return direction, Train No.02634 will leave Kanniyakumari at 17.05 hrs and reach Chennai Egmore at 06.15 hrs the next day.
With a composition of 1 AC First Class Cum AC Two Tier Coach, Two 2-Tier AC Coaches, Three 3-Tier AC Coaches, 10 Sleeper Class Coaches, and three General Second Class Coaches.
DATE OF COMMENCEMENT OF SERVICE:
T.No. 02633 from Chennai on 08.09.2025
T.No. 02634 from Kanniyakumari on 09.09.2025
Here’s the most up-to-date verified information for the Chennai Egmore → Kanniyakumari Special (Train Nos. 02633 / 02634), introduced as a COV‑Reserved Special by Southern Railways:
Contents
🚆 Frequency
- Operates daily, 7 days a week, in both directions.
🕒 Timetable & Route
02633 – Chennai Egmore → Kanniyakumari
- Departs Chennai Egmore (MS) at approximately 17:15 hrs
- Arrives Kanniyakumari Terminus (CAPE) around 06:20 hrs (next day)
- Distance: ~739 km
- Duration: ~13 h 05 m average speed ~56 km/h
Stops (approx 13–16 halts) include: Tambaram, Chengalpattu, Villupuram, Vriddhachalam, Tiruchchirappalli, Dindigul, Madurai, Virudhunagar, Tirunelveli, Valliyur, Nagercoil, before final at Kanniyakumari.
02634 – Kanniyakumari → Chennai Egmore
- Departs Kanniyakumari at ~17:05 hrs
- Arrives Chennai Egmore around 06:15 hrs (next day)
- Covers same ~739 km in ~13h10m
🛌 Coaches & Classes
Based on the train’s typical special and superfast configuration:
- Classes Available: 1A (First AC cum 2A), AC 2-Tier, AC 3-Tier, Sleeper Class (SL), General Unreserved (GS)
- Coach Composition: 1 First‑cum‑2A, 2 × 2A, 3 × 3A, 10 × SL, 3 × GS and 2 EOG brake vans with LHB rake setup (total ~21–22 coaches)
- Catering: No pantry car, but e‑catering is available at major stations like Tambaram, Villupuram, Madurai, Virudhunagar, Tirunelveli, Nagercoil. On‑board catering service is also included on some sectors.
💰 Fare (Approx. Adult, Standard Quota)
Estimated fares for similar superfast services (actual fares may vary as this is a COV‑Reserved Special; always confirm via IRCTC):
- 1A (First AC cum 2A): ~₹1,900–1,960
- AC 2‑Tier (2A): ~₹1,170
- AC 3‑Tier (3A): ~₹835
- Sleeper Class (SL): ~₹430 (some platforms list ₹430 for regular train 12634)
- General Unreserved (GS): ₹150–180
Actual fare charts may differ, especially for special trains—please check IRCTC for exact pricing and concessions.
📋 Summary Table
| Direction | Train No. | Departs | Arrives (next day) | Duration | Distance | Frequency | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai → Kanyakumari | 02633 | 17:15 (MS) | 06:20 (CAPE) | ~13 h 05 m | ~739 km | Daily | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GS |
| Kanyakumari → Chennai | 02634 | ~17:05 | ~06:15 (MS) | ~13 h 10 m | ~739 km | Daily | Same as above |
✅ Tips & Traveler Notes
- Timings may vary slightly (e.g. 17:15 vs 17:20 departure), based on seasonal adjustments and IRCTC updates—always confirm time via official sources before travel.
- Tatkal (emergency) booking available, with potential dynamic pricing—premium booking may apply depending on demand.
- E‑catering availability at select stops is useful as no pantry car is attached. Plan ahead for meals.
- Reservations open up to 60 days before travel — book early for better options.
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