Special train Chennai Egmore to Mannargudi | Special train Mannargudi to Chennai Egmore
Special train between Chennai Egmore-Mannargudi (Train no. 06179 / 06180) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train no. 06179 / 06180 Chennai Egmore-Mannargudi-Chennai Egmore Daily Special Trains
With a composition of one AC First Class cum AC 2-Tier Coach, one AC 2-Tier Coach, one AC 3-Tier Coach, Nine Sleeper Class Coaches, Four General Second Class Coaches, and Two Luggage cum Brake Vans, Train No. 06179 Chennai Egmore-Mannargudi Daily Special will leave Chennai Egmore at 22.15 hrs to reach Mannargudi at 05.25 hrs on the next day. The first service from Chennai Egmore will be on 08th December, 2025 until further advice.
In the return direction, Train No. 06180 Mannargudi-Chennai Egmore Daily Special will leave Mannargudi at 22.30 hrs to reach Chennai Egmore at 05.55 hrs the next day. The first service from Mannargudi will be on 09th December, 2025 until further advice.
Stoppages for both directions: Tambaram, Chengalpattu, Villupuram, Chidambaram, Mayiladuthurai, Tiruvarur and Nidamangalam
Train No. 06180 Mannargudi-Chennai Egmore Daily Special will also stop at Mambalam.
Here’s the most accurate info available regarding special train services (if any) between Chennai Egmore (MS) and Mannargudi (MQ), along with the regular trains currently serving the route:
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🚉 Special Train Status (Chennai Egmore ↔ Mannargudi)
- As of now, no seasonal or festival-based special trains are operating between Chennai Egmore and Mannargudi.
- The Mannai Express (16179 / 16180) runs daily and is treated as a regular service rather than a “special” train.
🚄 Regular Service: Mannai Express — 16179 / 16180
This train is your current primary connection between Chennai Egmore and Mannargudi:
▶️ 16179 – Chennai Egmore → Mannargudi
- Departs Chennai Egmore at 22:55, originating from Tambaram at 23:22, and arrives Mannargudi at ~06:20, approximately 6 h 58 m duration. )
- Coach composition: 1A, 2A, 3A, Sleeper, Unreserved, typically with no pantry car (E‑catering available).
⬅️ 16180 – Mannargudi → Chennai Egmore
- Departs Mannargudi at 22:35, arrives Chennai Egmore at ~05:35 via Tambaram around 04:38–05:00.
Key Stats:
- Distance: ~332 km
- Journey time: ~6 h 58 m
- Frequency: Daily
- Runs via Villupuram, Mayiladuthurai, Thiruvarur, Koradacheri, Needamangalam, etc.
📋 Summary Table
| Service Type | Train No. | Direction | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Frequency | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Express | 16179 / 16180 | Chennai Egmore ↔ Mannargudi | Egmore 22:55 / MQ 22:35 | MQ ~06:20 / Egmore ~05:35 | ~6 h 58 m | Daily | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, General |
| Special Trains | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
✅ Recommendations
- There are no official “special” trains operating currently on this route.
- The Mannai Express (16179/16180) provides daily service and is the most reliable and direct train between the two stations.
- Be aware: the departure from Chennai Egmore effectively starts from Tambaram (TBM) at 23:22.
ℹ️ Quick Travel Tip
Although sometimes informally referred to as “special”, the Mannai Express is considered a regular mail/express train, offering a consistent overnight travel option with multiple coach classes.
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