Daily Express Train Madurai – Coimbatore – Madurai (Train No. 16721 / Train No. 16722) Time Table, Route, Frequency and Fare
Unreserved Express Special Trains between Madurai – Palani & Palani – Coimbatore to run as one train Madurai – Coimbatore – Madurai Unreserved Express Special Trains
As approved by the Railway Board the services of Train No. 06480 / 06479 Madurai Junction – Palani – Madurai Junction Unreserved Express Special and Train No. 06462 / 06463 Palani – Coimbatore Junction – Palani Unreserved Express Special to run as single Express between Madurai Junction – Coimbatore Junction.
Accordingly, amalgamated service of Train No. 16722 Madurai Junction – Coimbatore Junction Daily Express leaving Madurai Junction at 07.25 hrs on and from 01.9.2025 and reach Coimbatore Junction at 12.45 hrs, the same day.
In the return direction, Train No. 16721 Coimbatore Junction – Madurai Junction Daily Express leaving Coimbatore Junction at 14.05 hrs on and from 01.9.2022 and reach Madurai Junction at 19.35 hrs, the same day.
Coach Composition: Twelve – General Second Class Coaches and Two – General Second Class and Luggage cum Brake Vans: (Total: 14 Coaches)
The details of timings (Arrival / Departure) and stoppages of Train No. 16722 Madurai Junction – Coimbatore Junction Daily Express are as follows: (Timings in hours)
| Train No. 16722 Madurai Junction – Coimbatore Junction Daily Express | | Station |
| 07.25 | d | Madurai Junction |
| 07.34 / 07.35 | a / d | Kudalnagar |
| 07.43 / 07.44 | a / d | Samayanallur |
| 07.51 / 07.52 | a / d | Sholavandan |
| 07.58 / 07.59 | a / d | Vadippatti |
| 08.08 / 08.10 | a / d | Kodaikkanal Road |
| 08.22 / 08.23 | a / d | Ambaturai |
| 08.40 / 08.45 | a / d | Dindigul Jn. |
| 08.55 / 08.56 | a / d | AkkaraipattiI |
| 09.16 / 09.18 | a / d | Oddanchatram |
| 09.28 / 09.29 | a / d | Chatrappatti |
| 10.00 / 10.05 | a / d | Palani |
| 10.18 / 10.19 | a / d | Pushpattur |
| 10.29 / 10.30 | a / d | Madathukulam (H) |
| 10.35 / 10.36 | a / d | Maivadi Road |
| 10.53 / 10.55 | a / d | Udumalaippettai |
| 11.08 / 11.09 | a / d | Gomangalam |
| 11.30 / 11.33 | a / d | Pollachi Jn |
| 11.43 / 11.44 | a / d | Kinathukadavu |
| 12.19 / 12.20 | a / d | Podanur |
| 12.45 | a | Coimbatore Junction |
The details of timings (Arrival / Departure) and stoppages of Train No. 16721 Coimbatore Junction – Madurai Junction Daily Express are as follows: (Timings in hours)
| Station | Train No. 16721 Coimbatore Junction – Madurai Junction Daily Express | |
| Madurai Junction | a | 19.35 |
| Kudalnagar | a / d | 18.49 / 18.50 |
| Samayanallur | a / d | 18.38 / 18.39 |
| Sholavandan | a / d | 18.29 / 18.30 |
| Vadippatti | a / d | 18.20 / 18.21 |
| Kodaikkanal Road | a / d | 18.08 / 18.10 |
| Ambaturai | a / d | 17.57 / 17.58 |
| Dindigul Jn. | a / d | 17.40 / 17.45 |
| AkkaraipattiI | a / d | 17.02 / 17.03 |
| Oddanchatram | a / d | 16.55. / 16.57 |
| Chatrappatti | a / d | 16.44 / 16.45 |
| Palani | a / d | 16.25 / 16.30 |
| Pushpattur | a / d | 15.59 / 16.00 |
| Madathukulam (H) | a / d | 15.49 / 15.50 |
| Maivadi Road | a / d | 15.43 / 15.44 |
| Udumalaippettai | a / d | 15.28 / 15.30 |
| Gomangalam | a / d | 15.14 / 15.15 |
| Pollachi Jn | a / d | 14.58 / 15.00 |
| Kinathukadavu | a / d | 14.35 / 14.36 |
| Podanur | a / d | 14.16 / 14.17 |
| Coimbatore Junction | d | 14.05 |
Here are the details for Train Nos. 16721 and 16722, the Coimbatore–Madurai Intercity Express (Unreserved) service that runs daily between Coimbatore Junction (CBE) and Madurai Junction (MDU):
Contents
🚆 Train 16721: Coimbatore → Madurai
- Route & Stops: Departs from Coimbatore Junction (CBE) at 14:30 hrs, reaches Madurai Junction (MDU) at 19:35 hrs, covering 229 km with 20 intermediate stops including Podanur, Pollachi Jn, Palani, Dindigul, Sholavandan, Vadippatti, and Kudalnagar
- Duration & Speed: The journey takes approximately 5 h 5 min, with an average speed of ~46 km/h
- Frequency: Operates every day of the week (daily)
- Class & Fare: This is an unreserved general class (GN) service. The fare is approximately ₹81 for the full journey between MDU and CBE
- Other Features: No pantry or catering; seating is unreserved. Advance Reservation Period (ARP) is typically 60 days
🚆 Train 16722: Madurai → Coimbatore
- Route & Stops: Departs Madurai Junction (MDU) at 07:00 hrs, arrives at Coimbatore Junction (CBE) at 12:10 hrs, covering the same 229 km with the identical set of stops
- Duration & Speed: Approximately 5 h 10 min, average speed around 44–45 km/h
- Frequency: Runs daily
- Class & Fare: Unreserved general seating. Fare is around ₹81 for end-to-end travel (MDU → CBE) .
- Service Features: No onboard catering, fully unreserved, ARP roughly 60 days
📋 Summary Table
| Direction | Train No. | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Distance | Frequency | Class | Fare (CBE–MDU) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coimbatore → Madurai | 16721 | 14:30 (CBE) | 19:35 (MDU) | ~5 h 5 min | 229 km | Daily | Unreserved (GN) | ₹81 |
| Madurai → Coimbatore | 16722 | 07:00 (MDU) | 12:10 (CBE) | ~5 h 10 min | 229 km | Daily | Unreserved (GN) | ₹81 |
✅ Travel Notes
- This is an unreserved train, ideal for frequent or local travelers — seating is not guaranteed, so boarding early is advisable.
- No sleeping berths are available; only second seating.
- The service does not offer pantry or onboard catering—carry your own refreshments.
- Reservation not available; tickets must be purchased from platform counters under the unreserved quota.
- Coach count: typically around 14–15 coaches (mostly general unreserved + SLR)
- ARP (Advance Reservation Period): up to 60 days for planning purposes
🧭 Tips Before You Travel
- Expect crowding during peak hours, especially early morning and late afternoon, as it’s popular with commuters and local footfall.
- Board early at Coimbatore or Madurai stations to get a seat.
- For longer trips or assured seating, consider alternate reserved trains like the Pandian Express (12636), Vaigai Express (12635/36), or Vande Bharat Express.
- Keep tabs on live running status using NTES, RailYatri, or GoLite/Goibibo apps.
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