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Special train between Chennai Egmore – Sengottai (Train No.06181/06182) time table, route, frequency and fare

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Special train between Chennai Egmore – Sengottai (Train No.06181/06182) time table, route, frequency and fare

Train No.06181/06182 Chennai Egmore – Sengottai – Chennai Egmore TRI-WEEKLY Special

Train No.06181 will leave Chennai Egmore at 20.25 hrs and reach Sengottai at 09.00 hrs the next day.

In the return direction, Train No.06182 will leave Sengottai at 16.45 hrs and reach Chennai Egmore at 05.30 hrs..the next day.

With a composition of 1 AC First Class Coach, One 2-Tier AC Coach, Two 3-Tier AC Coaches, 8 Sleeper Class Coaches, Three General Second Class Coaches, and Two Luggage Cum Brake Vans.

DATE OF COMMENCEMENT OF SERVICE:

T.No.06181 from Chennai on 10.09.2025

T.No:06182 from Sengottai on 11.09.2025

Here’s the verified information for the Chennai Egmore ↔ Sengottai Tri‑Weekly Special (Train Nos. 06181/06182)—also known as the Silambu Special:

🚆 Frequency

  • Operates three times a week: typically on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from Chennai Egmore (and same from Sengottai)

🕒 Timetable & Route

06181 – Chennai Egmore (MS) → Sengottai (SCT)

  • Departs MS at 20:25 hrs
  • Arrives SCT at 08:55 hrs the next day
  • Duration: ~12 h 30 m over ~684 km (average ~55 km/h)
  • Stops: ~21 major halts, including Tambaram, Chengalpattu, Villupuram, Vriddhachalam, Tiruchirappalli (~10 min stop), Karaikkudi, Sivaganga, Manamadurai, Virudhunagar, Sankarankovil, Tenkasi Jn before reaching SCT at ~08:55

06182 – Sengottai (SCT) → Chennai Egmore (MS)

  • Departs SCT at 16:45 hrs
  • Arrives MS at 05:30 hrs next day
  • Duration: ~12 h 45 m, over ~683 km
  • Same route in reverse with corresponding halts.

🛋️ Coach Composition & Classes

  • Rake includes:
    • 1 × AC First Class (1A)
    • 1 × AC 2‑Tier (2A)
    • 2 × AC 3‑Tier (3A)
    • 8 × Sleeper Class (SL)
    • 3 × General Second Class (2S/UR)
    • 2 × Luggage-cum-brake vans
  • No pantry car; e‑catering may be available at stations like Tirunelveli, Virudhunagar, etc.

💰 Fare (Approximate Standard Adult Rates)

Since this is a COVID‑Reserved Special, fare structure follows typical special train rules with static fare components:

  • 1A: ~₹1,900–1,960
  • 2A: ~₹1,170
  • 3A: ~₹835
  • Sleeper (SL): ~₹325
  • Second Sitting (2S/UR): ~₹190–200

Exact fares and concessions can vary—confirm via IRCTC before booking.

📋 Summary Table

Direction Train No. Departs Arrives Duration Distance Frequency (per week) Classes
Chennai → Sengottai 06181 20:25 (MS) 08:55 (+1) ~12 h 30 m ~684 km Wed, Fri, Sat 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S
Sengottai → Chennai 06182 16:45 (SCT) 05:30 (+1) ~12 h 45 m ~683 km Wed, Fri, Sat Same as above

✅ Notes & Travel Tips

  • Tri‑weekly frequency: check if your travel date matches one of the three days—schedule may change; verify via official IRCTC or enquiry portals
  • Train timings and day schedule have occasionally been revised—always reconfirm before booking
  • Since it’s a COVID‑Reserved Special, coach layout or halts may change—double-check on day of booking.
  • E‑catering can be a helpful option as there’s no pantry on board, especially at Tiruchchirappalli, Virudhunagar, or Manamadurai.
  • Reservations open up to 60 days in advance; Tatkal booking may apply based on seat availability.

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