Special train between Chennai Egmore – Tuticorin (Train No. 02693/02694) time table, route, frequency and fare
Special train between Chennai Egmore – Tuticorin (Train No. 02693/02694) time table, route, frequency and fare
T. No. 02693/02694 Chennai Egmore – Tuticorin – Chennai Egmore Superfast special (daily)
Train No.02693 will leave Chennai Egmore at 19.35 hrs to reach Tuticorin at 06.45 hrs the next day.
In the return direction, Train No.02694 will leave Tuticorin at 20.05 hrs to reach Chennai Egmore at 07.35 hrs.
With a composition of One AC1st Class Coach,Two 2-Tier AC Coaches, Three 3-Tier AC Coaches, 10 Sleeper Class Coaches, Three General Second Class Coaches and Two Generator cum Brake Vans.
Date of Commencement of Service Ex Tuticorin : 7th September 2025
Date of Commencement of Service Ex Chennai : 10th September 2025
Here is the verified information for the Chennai Egmore ↔ Tuticorin COVID‑Reserved Special, operated under Train Nos. 02693 (Egmore → Tuticorin) / 02694 (Return via same route), often referred to as the Pearl City SF Special:
Contents
🚆 Frequency
- Operates daily, 7 days a week in both directions.
🕒 Timetable & Route
🛤️ 02693 | Chennai Egmore → Tuticorin
- Departs Chennai Egmore (MS) at 19:30 / 19:35 (some sources say 19:30; official IRCTC portal lists 19:35)
- Arrives Tuticorin (TN) at 06:35 / 06:40 the next day (~11 h 05 m journey, covering ~652 km)
- Maximum halt is at Tiruchchirappalli Junction (TPJ) for ~5 minutes around 00:50–00:55.
- Major halts (~17 stops) include: Tambaram, Chengalpattu Jn, Madurantakam, Melmaruvathur, Tindivanam, Villupuram Jn, Vriddhachalam Jn, Ariyalur, TPJ, Dindigul, Madurai Jn, Virudunagar Jn, Satur, Kovilpatti, Kadambur, Vanchi Maniyachi Jn, Tuti Melur, then final at TN.
02694 | Tuticorin → Chennai Egmore
- Departs Tuticorin (TN) around 20:05
- Arrives Chennai Egmore (MS) at 07:35 the following morning
- Follows the same route and halts in reverse.
🛋️ Coaches & Classes
- Classes offered:
- 1 × AC First Class (1A)
- 2 × AC 2‑Tier (2A)
- 3 × AC 3‑Tier (3A)
- Multiple Sleeper Class (SL) coaches
- Second Sitting (2S) and General Unreserved (GS) coaches are also reported.
- Equipped with LHB rake (since late 2025), no pantry car, but e‑catering is available at major halts.
💰 Fare (Approximate adult fares, standard quota)
Estimated fares based on class types commonly used on similar services:
- 1A: ₹1,900 – 1,960
- 2A: ₹1,170
- 3A: ₹835
- Sleeper (SL): ₹325 (approx)
- 2S: ₹180–200
- General (GN/GS): ₹150–180
Note: These fares use static fare calculators (etrain.info, etc.); as this is a COV‑Reserved Special, dynamic pricing or slight differences may apply. Always verify via IRCTC before booking.
📋 Summary Table
| Train No. | Route | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Distance | Frequency | Classes Available | Catering |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02693 | Chennai Egmore → Tuticorin | 19:30–19:35 | ~06:35–06:40 | ~11 h 05 m | ~652 km | Daily | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S, GN | No pantry; e‑catering |
| 02694 | Tuticorin → Chennai Egmore | ~20:05 | ~07:35 | ~11 h 30 m | ~652 km | Daily | Same as above | e‑catering only |
✅ Travel Notes & Tips
- Given slight variations in departure (19:30 vs. 19:35) or arrival (06:35 vs. 06:40) across sources, check and confirm timings via IRCTC or trusted platforms on the day of booking.
- Since it’s a COV‑Reserved Special, timetable, coach composition, or service days could change—reconfirm closer to travel date via IRCTC.
- Tatkal (emergency) booking may be supported, but premium/dynamic fare may apply depending on demand.
- Onboard meals aren’t provided by pantry, so plan via e‑catering at key stations such as Chennai Egmore, Villupuram, Tiruchchirappalli, Madurai.
- Advance Reservation Period (ARP) typically allows booking up to 60 days in advance.
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