Special train between Chennai Central-KSR Bengaluru
Special train between Chennai-Bengaluru (Train No. 02607 / 02608) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train No. 02607 / 02608 Chennai Central-KSR Bengaluru-MGR Chennai Central Superfast Daily Festival Special Express:-
Train No. 02607 MGR Chennai Central-KSR Bengaluru Superfast Festival Special Express will depart daily from MGR Chennai Central at 15:30 hrs and arrive KSR Bengaluru at 21:35 hrs with effect commencing journey from MGR Chennai Central from 23.10.2025 to 30.11.2025.
In the return direction Train No. 02608 KSR Bengaluru-MGR Chennai Central Superfast Festival Special Express will depart daily from KSR Bengaluru at 06:20 hrs and arrive MGR Chennai Central at 12:35 hrs with effect commencing journey from KSR Bengaluru from 23.10.2025 to 30.11.2025.
Stoppages: Perambur, Arakkonam, Sholinghur, Walajah Road, Katpadi Jn, Ambur, Jolarpettai, Kuppam, Bangarapet, Krishnarajapuram and Bangalore Cant.
The train will have existing stoppages of Regular Train No. 12607 / 12608 MGR Chennai Central-KSR Bengaluru-MGR Chennai Central Superfast Daily Express.
The train will have a composition of 20 coaches i.e. Two AC Chair Car, Fifteen Chair Car, Two Luggage cum Brake-vans with generator and one Pantry Car.
Here’s the latest on special trains between MGR Chennai Central (MAS) and KSR Bengaluru City Junction (SBC), plus reliable regular alternatives:
Contents
🚆 Active Special / Festival Services
Train 07320 – Chennai → Bengaluru Special Fare (Pongal Special)
- Operates seasonally, notably around Pongal.
- Departs Chennai Central at 15:40, arrives Bengaluru around 22:50 the same day—~7 h 10 m over 372 km via 11 halts.
- Offers AC and reserved coaches, but runs only during festival periods—not a daily service.
✅ Regular Express & Premium Trains (Daily or Almost Daily)
12639/12640 – Brindavan Express
- ✈️ Departure: 07:40 (MAS) → 13:40 (SBC) daily
- Journey time ~6 h 10 m over ~359 km, with AC Chair Car, 2S, and E-catering.
22625/22626 – Chennai–Bengaluru Double Decker Express
- Daily AC Chair Car service departing 07:25, arriving 13:10 (~5 h 45 m).
12027/12028 – Shatabdi Express
- Departs around 05:25 (MAS), reaches Bengaluru by ~10:15, covering ~356 km in ~5 h 00 m. Classes: Executive & AC Chair, onboard catering included.
Long-haul Express (12657/12658 – Superfast Mail)
- Leaves 22:50 from MAS, arrives 03:56 at Bengaluru Cantt (~5 h 06 m).
Other Regular Options
- Lal Bagh Express (12607/12608) – Daily ~5 h 55 m, reserved AC/2S seating.
📊 Comparison Table
| Train No. | Name or Type | Frequency | Departure (MAS) | Arrival (Bengaluru) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07320 | Pongal Special Fare Train | Festival | 15:40 | ~22:50 | ~7h10m |
| 12639/12640 | Brindavan Express | Daily | 07:40 | ~13:40 | ~6h10m |
| 22625/22626 | AC Double Decker Express | Daily | 07:25 | ~13:10 | ~5h45m |
| 12027/12028 | Shatabdi Express | 6 days/Wk | ~05:25 | ~10:15 | ~5h00m |
| 12657/12658 | Superfast Mail Express | Daily | 22:50 | 03:56 (+1 day) | ~5h06m |
| 12607/12608 | Lal Bagh Express | Daily | ~08:30 | ~14:25 | ~5h55m |
🧭 Recommendations
- Special trains (like 07320) operate during limited periods (e.g. Pongal); not reliable for regular bookings.
- For fastest travel, Shatabdi Express (12027/12028) is ideal (approx 5 hours).
- For premium AC Chair travel, choose Double Decker or Brindavan Express.
- For overnight convenience, Superfast Mail (12657/12658) departs late and reaches early morning.
- Lal Bagh Express is a balanced daily option with reserved seating and moderate speed.
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