Private train between Chennai and Tiruchchirapalli time table, route, frequency, train no., and fare
Private train between Chennai and Tiruchchirapalli
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Passenger Train Operations Project Indicative Routes Chennai and Tiruchchirapalli
Private train will leave Chennai at 1715 hrs Daily and arrive Tiruchchirapalli at 2130 hrs and train running time between the station 4:15 hrs
Private train will leave Tiruchchirapalli at 0600 hrs Daily and arrive Chennai at 1020 hrs and train running time between the station 4:20 hrs
Distance between Chennai and Tiruchchirapalli Railway Station is 311 Kilometer
Frequency per week: Daily
I wasn’t able to locate any private (PPP) train currently operating between Chennai and Tiruchchirappalli (Trichy)—that route isn’t served by private operators at this time. However, Indian Railways offers a robust set of regular trains, including superfast services and modern Tejas Express, ideal for this journey:
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Private Train (PPP) — Not Available
No private initiative exists yet for the Chennai–Trichy corridor. Any mention of such likely refers to proposals or speculative routes and not to active services.
Regular Indian Railways Services: Chennai → Trichy
You can choose from multiple high-quality train options, each offering varying speed, classes, and schedules.
1. Chennai–Trichy Tejas Express
- Type: Semi-high-speed Tejas Express
- Route: Chennai (likely Egmore) ↔ Tiruchchirappalli (via Madurai)
- Duration: Fastest (~3 hours 45 minutes)
- Route Background: As per a traveler on Reddit:
“Went on the Chennai-Trichy Tejas once, fastest trip to Trichy I’ve been on. Tejas is underrated… Service was impeccable as well!”
2. Pallavan Superfast Express
- Number: 12605 / 12606
- Route: Chennai Egmore ↔ Karaikudi via Trichy
- Departure: ~15:40 from Chennai Egmore
- Arrival: ~20:40 at Trichy
- Duration: ~5 hours (approx. 306 km)
- Frequency: Daily
- Fare (approx.): Starting from ₹150 (2S / Chair)
3. Vaigai Superfast Express
- Number: 12635 / 12636
- Route: Chennai Egmore ↔ Madurai (via Trichy)
- Departs: ~13:45 from Chennai
- Arrives: ~18:50 at Trichy
- Duration: ~5 h 5 min
- Frequency: Daily
- Fare (approx.): 2S ₹150 · CC ₹535
4. Cholan Superfast Express
- Number: 22675 / 22676
- Route: Chennai Egmore ↔ Trichy
- Departure: ~07:45
- Duration: ~7 h 15 min
- Frequency: Daily
- Fare: Standard (includes 1A, 2A, 3A, Sleeper tickets)
Additional Notable Services
There are many other daily trains connecting Chennai (Egmore or Tambaram) and Trichy with journey times ranging between ~5 to ~8 hours. Examples include:
- Pandian Superfast (12637): ~5 h 05 m, starts ~21:40
- Pothigai Superfast (12661): ~5 h 15 m, starts ~20:10
- Nellai Superfast (12631): ~5 h 10 m, starts ~20:40
- Pearl City Express (12693): ~5 h 15 m, connects via Trichy
Quick Comparison Table
| Train Service | Type | Departure (Chennai) | Duration | Frequency | Fare (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tejas Express | Premium | Early morning | ~3 h 45 m | Daily | Higher (AC only) |
| Pallavan SF Express | Superfast | ~15:40 | ~5 h | Daily | From ₹150 |
| Vaigai SF Express | Superfast | ~13:45 | ~5 h 05 m | Daily | 2S ₹150 · CC ₹535 |
| Cholan SF Express | Superfast | ~07:45 | ~7 h 15 m | Daily | Standard fare |
| Others (Pandian, Pothigai, Nellai, etc.) | SF/Express | Evenings | ~5–6 hrs | Daily | Similar range |
What’s Next?
- No private train is currently available for the Chennai-Trichy route.
- Best for speed: Tejas Express — fastest option.
- Economical and reliable: Vaigai, Pallavan, and other superfast trains.
- Let me know your preferred travel time, class (AC, Sleeper, Chair Car), or specific day, and I can help check availability and compare fares on those trains!
Ready when you are—happy to help you plan your trip!