Special train between Chennai Egmore-Nagercoil
Special train between Chennai Egmore-Nagercoil (Train No.06063 / 06064) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train No.06063 / 06064 Chennai Egmore-Nagercoil-Chennai Egmore Super Fast Festival Specials
With a composition of one 2-Tier AC Coach, Two 3-Tier AC Coaches, Nine Sleeper Class Coaches, Three General Second Class Coaches and Two Luggage Cum Brake Vans, Train No.06063 Chennai Egmore – Nagercoil Super Fast Festival Special will leave Chennai Egmore at 18.55 hrs to reach Nagercoil at 07.30 hrs the next day.
In the return direction, Train No.06064 Nagercoil – Chennai Egmore Super fast Festival Special will leave Nagercoil at 16.15 hrs to reach Chennai Egmore at 05.00 hrs the next day.
These trains will stop at Tambaram, Chengalpattu, Melmaruvathur, Villupuram, Vridhachalam, Tiruchchirappalli, Dindigul, Madurai, Virudhunagar, Satur, Kovilpatti, Tirunelveli and Valliyur in both directions.
There will be five services from Chennai Egmore of Train No.06063 on 23rd October, 24th October, 29th October, 12th November and 13th November 2025
Similarly, there will be five services from Nagercoil of Train No.06064 on 26th October, 27th October, 1st November, 15th November and 16th November 2025
Reservations for the above Special trains will open at 08.00 hrs on Friday 16th October, 2025.
Here’s the most up‑to‑date information on train connectivity between Chennai Egmore (MS) and Nagercoil Junction (NCJ), including regular weekly superfast links and seasonal special trains:
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🚄 Regular Weekly Superfast — 12667 / 12668 Chennai Egmore ↔ Nagercoil Express
- Train 12667 (MS → NCJ) departs Chennai Egmore at ~18:55, covering ~724 km in about 12 h 15 m, arriving Nagercoil the next morning.
- Train 12668 (NCJ → MS) returns in ~12 h 20 m.
- Frequency: Once weekly.
- Classes: 2A, 3A, Sleeper, General. Catering available. Coaches: ICF-style, LHB rake not specified
🚆 Seasonal Special Fare Trains
06063 / 06064 Special Fare SF Specials
These were introduced as festival or summer specials in prior years:
- 06063 (MS → NCJ) ran on select dates (e.g., Oct–Nov 2025): departed Chennai Egmore around 18:55/22:45, arrival Nagercoil ~07:30 AM after ~12 h 15 m.
- 06064 (NCJ → MS) returned similarly the next day.
- Coach composition: 2A, 3A, SL, General; no pantry service.
- These trains had limited availability with tatkal/general quotas only and were run with minimal scheduling priority.
Another variant: 06005 / 06068 and a Vande Bharat special (06067 / 06068) used temporarily in early 2024. These trains were experimental, low‑frequency runs, now discontinued.
📋 Summary Table
| Train No. | Service Type | Frequency | Journey Time | Classes | Pantry | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12667 / 12668 | Regular Superfast Express | Weekly (once) | ~12h 15m / 12h 20m | 2A, 3A, SL, General | Yes | Reserved seating, predictable schedule |
| 06063 / 06064 | Festival/Summer Special | Seasonal (past versions) | ~12h 15m | 2A, 3A, SL, General | No | Special fare, limited, low priority |
| 06067/06068 | Vande Bharat Special Fare | Jan 2025 only | ~8h 40m | Chair Car, Executive CC | Yes | Experimental—discontinued after festival period |
✅ Travel Tips
- For a confirmed reservation, onboard food, and consistency, opt for Train 12667 / 12668—the established weekly superfast service.
- Special fare services (06063/06064) are infrequent, offer limited onboard amenities, and may be delayed due to low priority.
- Special trains are often canceled or rescheduled; Reddit users commonly note delays and poor performance in special trains.
- Booking opens approximately 60 days before departure on IRCTC. Special fare services have limited quotas and close early.
Would you like me to check seat availability for your intended travel dates, or keep an eye out for any upcoming special race announcements for late 2025 festival periods?