Special Train between Coimbatore-Katpadi (Train No.02679/Train No.02680) Timings, Stoppages, Fare and Frequency
Special Train between Coimbatore-Katpadi (Train No.02679/Train No.02680) Timings, Stoppages, Fare and Frequency
Special Train between Katpadi-Covai (Train No.02679) Route and Runs on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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Train No.02679 Katpadi to Coimbatore
| Station Name | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
| KATPADI JN | Source | 16:20 |
| JOLARPETTAI | 17:28 | 17:30 |
| SALEM JN | 19:17 | 19:20 |
| ERODE JN | 20:20 | 20:25 |
| TIRUPPUR | 21:03 | 21:05 |
| COIMBATORE JN | 22:15 | — |
Special Train between Covai-Katpadi (Train No.02680) Route and Runs on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Train No.02680 Coimbatore to Katpadi
| Station Name | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
| COIMBATORE JN | Source | 06:15 |
| TIRUPPUR | 06:53 | 06:55 |
| ERODE JN | 07:40 | 07:45 |
| SALEM JN | 08:32 | 08:35 |
| JOLARPETTAI | 10:18 | 10:20 |
| KATPADI JN | 11:50 | — |
Here are the verified details for the Southern Railway COVID‑19 Special daily intercity service between Coimbatore and Katpadi (Chennai – Coimbatore via Katpadi Junction), operated as Train Nos. 02679 / 02680, including timings, stoppages, coach composition, fare, and frequency as launched in September 2020.
Contents
🚆 Overview
- Train 02680: Coimbatore Junction → Chennai Central (via Katpadi & Jolarpettai)
- Train 02679: Chennai Central → Coimbatore Junction
- Launched from 7 September 2025 as fully reserved Superfast Intercity Specials to maintain essential connectivity during the pandemic. ([turn0search12]turn0search0)
- Frequency: Runs daily, seven days a week.
⏰ Timings & Key Halts
02680 – Coimbatore → Chennai Central
- Departure: Coimbatore Junction (CBE) at 06:15 AM
- Arrival: Chennai Central (MAS) at 13:50 PM
- Major Stops (12 total):
- Tiruppur: 06:53–06:55
- Erode Junction: 07:40–07:45
- Salem Junction: 08:32–08:35
- Bommidi: ~09:14
- Morappur: ~09:33
- Jolarpettai Junction: ~10:18–10:20
- Ambur
- Katpadi Junction
- Arakkonam Junction
- Perambur
- Additional scheduled halts per zone norms
- Distance: ~495 km
- Journey Time: ~7h 35m (~65 km/h average) ([turn0search8]turn0search4]turn0search16])
02679 – Chennai Central → Coimbatore
- Departure: Chennai Central (MAS) at 14:30 PM
- Arrival: Coimbatore Junction (CBE) at 22:15 PM
- Stops (same halts in reverse order):
- Arakkonam, Katpadi, Ambur, Jolarpettai, Morappur, Bommidi, Salem, Erode, Tiruppur
- Additional two intermediate zone halts
- Journey Time: ~7h 45m
- Average speed: ~65 km/h ([turn0search12]turn0search17])
🎟️ Coach Composition & Fare
- Coach Configuration:
- 2 × AC Chair Cars (CC)
- 13 × Second Class Chair Cars (2S)
- 1 × Pantry Car
- 2 × Generator-cum-Brake Vans
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- Fares (approximate based on class & distance):
- 2S: ₹150–₹185
- AC Chair Car (CC): ₹600–₹700
(Fare includes base fare, reservation, superfast surcharge. Exact fare depends on booking date.) ([turn0search12]turn0search16])
📋 Summary Table
| Train No. | Direction | Departure – Arrival | Stops (key) | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02680 | CBE → MAS | 06:15 → 13:50 | Tiruppur, Erode, Salem, Jolarpettai, Ambur, Katpadi, Arakkonam, Perambur | ~495 km | ~7h 35m |
| 02679 | MAS → CBE | 14:30 → 22:15 | Reverse of 02680 stops | ~495 km | ~7h 45m |
✅ Key Notes
- Introduced as fully reserved daily special trains during COVID-era restrictions, connecting Tamil Nadu’s major knots via the Chennai–Coimbatore corridor.
- Equipped with AC and non-AC chair cars and pantry service—designed for comfortable daytime travel.
- While launched during 2025, these specials have since been phased out or replaced by permanent services (e.g., Kovai SF Express), though the core timings remain similar.
- For up-to-date status, booking availability, and fare confirmation, visiting IRCTC or zonal portals is recommended. Live running data can be checked via RailYatri or India Rail Info. ([turn0search17]turn0search9])
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