Private train between Chennai and Kanyakumari time table, route, frequency, train no., and fare
Private train between Chennai and Kanyakumari
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Passenger Train Operations Project Indicative Routes Chennai and Kanyakumari
Private train will leave Chennai at 1645 hrs Daily and arrive Kanyakumari at 0430 hrs and train running time between the station 11:45 hrs
Private train will leave Kanyakumari at 2130 hrs Daily and arrive Chennai at 0920 hrs and train running time between the station 11:50 hrs
Distance between Chennai and Kanyakumari Railway Station is 712 Kilometer
Frequency per week: Daily
I wasn’t able to find any private (PPP) train operating between Chennai and Kanyakumari—this corridor currently doesn’t have any such service. However, there are excellent regular train options offering fast and comfortable travel. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown:
Private (PPP) Train — Not Operational
- There is no active private train service between Chennai and Kanyakumari at present.
- Any mention of such might be speculative or indicative only—no confirmed services are active.
Confirmed Indian Railways Trains: Chennai → Kanyakumari
Here are the prominent trains that serve this route reliably:
Chennai Egmore – Kanyakumari Superfast Express (12633 / 12634)
- Route: Chennai Egmore (MS) → Kanyakumari (CAPE)
- Departure: ~17:20 daily
- Arrival: ~05:30 next day
- Travel Time: ~12 hr 10 min
- Stops: 14 intermediate stops including key junctions like Tambaram, Villupuram, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai, and Tirunelveli
- Classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, Sleeper (SL)
- Fare (MS → CAPE):
- 1A: ₹2,675
- 2A: ₹1,595
- 3A: ₹1,145–₹1,160
- SL: ₹430–₹440
Additional Notable Options
You can explore other daily trains via Trainman’s fare data, such as:
- Anantapuri Express, Ms Nagercoil Vande Bharat, and Tambaram–Nagercoil Superfast Express (via BS) with similar schedules and fare tiers
Summary Table
| Train Service | Departure (Chennai Egmore) | Arrival (Kanyakumari) | Duration | Frequency | Classes Available | Approx. Fare (3A / SL) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12633 Chennai–Kanyakumari Express | ~17:20 | ~05:30 next day | ~12 hr 10 m | Daily | 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL | ₹1,145–1,160 / ₹430 |
| Others (e.g., Vande Bharat, Anantapuri) | Varies | Varies | ~11–12 hr 20 m | Daily | Similar classes | Comparable fares |
Final Notes & Recommendation
- No private train exists for this route—your best bet is the trusted Chennai Egmore–Kanyakumari Express (train 12633).
- Travelling time is short (~12 hours), and the train runs every day, offering flexibility.
- Fares are affordable across different comfort classes, with Sleeper being the most economical.
Let me know if you’d like help checking real-time seat availability, booking tickets, or comparing date-specific choices—happy to assist!