Special train between Chennai-Bengaluru
Double Decker Special train between Chennai-Bengaluru (Train No. 06075 / 06076) time table, route, frequency and fare
For the convenience of passengers, Southern Railway has decided to run special train between Chennai-Bengaluru-Chennai (Train No. 06075 / 06076)
Train No. 06075 Chennai-Bengaluru special train
Train No. 06075 Chennai-Bengaluru Special train will leave from (Daily) Chennai at 07.25 hrs & will reach Bengaluru at 13.10 hrs and train running time between the station 20 hour and 35 minutes.
Train No. 06076 Bengaluru-Chennai special train
Similarly, Train No. 06076 Bengaluru-Chennai Special train will leave from (Daily) Bengaluru at 14.30 hrs & will reach Chennai at 20.30 hrs and train running time between the station 21 hour and 25 minutes.
Chennai-Bengaluru Distance between the station is 358 Kilometer
Date of Commencement of Service:
Train No. 06075 and Train No: 06076 Chennai-Bengaluru-Chennai AC Double Decker Special train 21-10-2025
Stoppages: Arakkonam, Katpadi, Ambur, Vaniyambadi, Jolarpettai, Bangarapet, Krishnarajapuram and Bangalore Cant.
Here’s the most reliable update on special train services between Chennai Central (MAS) and Bangalore City (SBC):
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🚆 Special Trains (0xxxx-series)
Train 02657 – MAS → SBC Special Fare AC Express
- Operated as a festival special AC-only service between Chennai Central and KSR Bengaluru.
- Departs Chennai Central at ~23:55, arrives Bangalore City by around 08:20 (~8 h 25 m), with 2A and 3A coaches only
- Though listed as daily or frequent on booking sites, platforms also flag it as “TRAIN IS CANCELLED”, indicating intermittent operation and unreliable scheduling
Train 07319 / 07320 – Festival Special (UGADI, Ramzan, etc.)
- Only ran on March 28, 2025 as a one-trip festival special:
- 07319 (SBC → MAS): 08:05 dep → 14:40 arr
- 07320 (MAS → SBC): 15:40 dep → 22:50 arr
- Featured AC/SL coaches but was non‑recurring
⚠️ Special trains on this corridor are not permanent and frequently cancelled or delayed. Reddit users warn about low priority and unexpected cancellations for such services
✅ Recommended Regular Trains (Daily or Almost Daily)
Here are dependable trains for travel between Chennai Central and Bengaluru City:
12027 / 12028 – Shatabdi Express
- 🕒 Duration: ~4 h 57 min (ideal fastest option)
- Daily except Tuesday; Executive & AC Chair Car seating; onboard catering included
12639 / 12640 – Brindavan Express
- 🕒 Duration: ~6 h 10 min
- AC Chair Car, 2S, and General compartments; daily service
12608 / 12607 – Lal Bagh Express
- 🕒 Duration: ~5 h 55 min, runs daily.
- Offers AC Chair Car, 2S, and unreserved seating with onboard amenities
📊 Comparison Table
| Train No. | Type/Name | Frequency | Duration | Class Types |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02657 | Special Fare AC Express | Intermittent | ~8 h 25 min | 2A, 3A only |
| 07319 / 07320 | Festival One-Term Special | Single/Seasonal | Varies (~6–7 h) | SL, AC as available |
| 12027 / 12028 | Shatabdi Express | Daily (except Tue) | ~4 h 57 m | EC, AC Chair |
| 12639 / 12640 | Brindavan Express (Superfast) | Daily | ~6 h 10 min | CC, 2S, UR |
| 12608 / 12607 | Lal Bagh Superfast Express | Daily | ~5 h 55 min | CC, 2S, UR |
🧭 Recommendation
- Avoid relying on special trains like 02657 or 07319/20: they are seasonal, often canceled, and lower priority leads to frequent delays.
- Choose Shatabdi Express (12027/12028) for the fastest and premium experience.
- For flexible booking with multiple seating options, Brindavan or Lal Bagh Express are dependable, daily services.
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