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Sabarimala special trains Kollam to Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central (Chennai Central)

Kollam – Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central (Chennai Central)

Special fare special train from Kollam to Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central

Train No.06062 Kollam – Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central Special fare special will leave Kollam at 15.00 hrs. on 16th, 23rd & 30th November, 2025 and reach Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central at 09.50 hrs. the next day.

Composition: AC 2-tire -1, AC 3-tier – 3, Sleeper Class – 12, &Luggage-cum-brake van – 2 coaches.

Stoppages: Kayankulam, Mavellikara, Chengannur, Tiruvalla, Changanasseri, Kottayam, Ernakulam Town, Aluva, Thrissur, Ottapalam, Palakkad, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Erode, Salem, Jolarpettai, Katpadi, Arakkonam and Perambur.

Advance reservations for above Special fare special trains will open at 08.00 hrs on 06.11.19.

Here are the confirmed details for the Sabarimala Special (Suvidha-type) trains running between Kollam Junction (QLN) and Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central (Chennai Central, MAS) during the 2024–25 Sabarimala season, which is the most recent confirmed timeframe. These weekly specials were operated by Southern Railway to handle pilgrim demand.

🚆 Main Corridors: Chennai → Kollam and Kollam → Chennai

Train 06111: MAS → QLN

  • Origin: Dr. M.G.R. Chennai Central (MAS) at 23:20 hrs (Tuesdays)
  • Scheduled Dates: 19 & 26 Nov, 3, 10, 17, 24 Dec, and 31 Dec; 7 & 14 Jan 2025
  • Arrival: Kollam Junction approximately 14:30 hrs (next day)
  • Composition: 2 × 2AC, 4 × 3AC, 12 Sleeper, 3 GS, 2 Divyangjan friendly coaches

Train 06112: QLN → MAS

  • Origin: Kollam Junction (QLN) at 16:30 hrs (Wednesdays)
  • Scheduled Dates: 20 & 27 Nov, 4, 11, 18, 25 Dec; 1, 8 & 15 Jan 2025
  • Arrival: Chennai Central at approximately 11:35 hrs (next day)
  • Coach Composition: Similar make‑up; some runs had 3AC‑Economy, sleeper, and general seating

🕒 Travel Timings Snapshot

These trains route via Kottayam, Ernakulam, Palakkad, and Salem, covering ~908 km over ~15 hours. Timings vary slightly between services. For example, 06118/17 variants operated on Mondays/Tuesdays with later departures around 15:10 hrs and arrivals early next morning in Kollam.

⚠️ Delays & Operational Notes

  • These specials are low-priority and frequently delayed by 1–3 hours or more, especially on sections like Salem → Katpadi → Chennai due to congestion. Long-distance traveling pilgrims reported delays up to 5–10 hours on similar specials this season.
  • There is no pantry car, and no onboard catering or linen is provided. Passengers must carry their own food, bedding, and water.

📋 Summary Table

Direction Train No. Departure (QLN/MAS) Route Coach Composition Notes
Chennai → Kollam 06111 MAS at 23:20 (Tuesdays) via Kottayam 2AC, 3AC, Sleeper, General, Divyangjan Runs weekly Nov–Jan 2025
Kollam → Chennai 06112 QLN at 16:30 (Wednesdays) via Kottayam Similar configuration Return service

🔮 Plans for 2025–26 Season?

  • Only the 2025–25 pilgrim specials are publicly documented.
  • Southern Railway confirmed Sabarimala specials via MAS–QLN for Nov 2025 to Jan 2025. No official schedule has been published yet for late 2025 onward.

✅ Recommendations

  • Verify updated schedules from Southern Railway or IRCTC Pilgrimage Special announcements for the upcoming 2025–26 Sabarimala season.
  • Use official IRCTC or NTES platforms for real-time status tracking, seat availability, and confirmed departure timings.
  • Board early at MAS (before or just after 23:20 hrs) to avoid boarding delays and bring essentials—these specials lack pantry and berth amenities.

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