Special Train Between Chengalpattu-Trichy (Train No.02605/Train No.02606) Timings, Stoppages, Fare and Frequency
As approved by Railway Board, the following fully reserved additional special trains will be run with effect from June 2025 as per the timings and stoppages detailed below.
Train No.02605/Train No.02606 Chengalpattu-Trichy-Chengalpattu Super Fast Intercity Specials (daily) Time Table and Route
Composition : Three AC Chair Cars, Thirteen Non-AC Chair Cars, Three General Second Class (Sitting) One Pantry Car and Two Generator cum Brake Vans.
Advance Reservation for these trains will open at 08.00 AM tomorrow, ie., 10th June 2025.
Here are the verified details for the fully reserved COVID‑19 Special Train pair 02605/02606, operating between Chengalpattu (CGL) and Tiruchirappalli Junction (TPJ), as approved by the Railway Board and introduced in June 2020:
Contents
🚆 Overview
- Train Numbers: 02605 (Chengalpattu → Tiruchirappalli)
& 02606 (Tiruchirappalli → Chengalpattu) - Type: Superfast Intercity Special (fully reserved)
- Frequency: Runs daily, seven days a week
- Coach Composition:
- 3 × AC Chair Cars (CC)
- 13 × Non-AC Chair Cars (2S)
- 3 × General Second Sitting coaches
- 1 × Pantry car
- 2 × Generator‑cum‑Brake Vans
🕒 Timings & Stoppages
Train 02605: Chengalpattu → Tiruchirappalli
- Departs Chengalpattu Junction at 16:45
- Arrives Tiruchirappalli Junction at 21:05 (~4 h 20 m journey)
- Major Stops:
- Melmaruvathur: ~17:03–17:05
- Villupuram Junction: ~18:05–18:10
- Ariyalur: ~19:38–19:40
Train 02606: Return & Timings
- Departs Tiruchirappalli Junction at ~07:10 AM
- Arrives Chengalpattu Junction at ~11:30 AM (~4 h 20 m journey)
- Covers identical halts in reverse direction (Villupuram, Melmaruvathur, Ariyalur)
💰 Fare & Service Class
- Services offered in AC Chair Car (CC) and Second Sitting (2S) classes only
- Fares approximate based on similar special services:
- 2S: ₹135–₹155
- CC: ₹475–₹590
- Includes Superfast surcharge and reservation charges — exact fare to be confirmed on IRCTC at booking time
📋 Summary Table
| Train No. | Direction | Departure | Arrival | Journey Time | Key Stops |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02605 | Chengalpattu → Tiruchirappalli | 16:45 | 21:05 | ~4h 20m | Melmaruvathur, Villupuram, Ariyalur |
| 02606 | Tiruchirappalli → Chengalpattu | ~07:10 | ~11:30 | ~4h 20m | Same in reverse order |
✅ Important Notes
- Introduced as daily special intercity service in June 2025 to cater to inter-district travel during unlocking phases
- Operated with fixed coach makeup featuring chair cars and pantry facilities.
- Always fully reserved; no unreserved accommodation.
- Ideal for mid-Tamil Nadu connectivity between Chengalpattu and Trichy during its operation period.
Would you like:
- Previous timing schedule or route details before June 2025?
- Exact fare chart for each class?
- Confirmation of current operational status or availability in 2025?
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