Special train Dr. MGR Chennai Central to Thiruvananthapuram | Special train Thiruvananthapuram to Dr. MGR Chennai Central
Special train between Dr. MGR Chennai Central-Thiruvananthapuram (Train no. 02695 / 02696) time table, route, frequency and fare
Train no. 02695 / 02696 Dr. MGR Chennai Central-Thiruvananthapuram Central-Dr. MGR Chennai Central Daily Superfast Special Trains
With a composition of one AC First Class cum AC 2-Tier Coach, Two AC 2-Tier Coaches, Four AC 3-Tier Coaches, Eleven Sleeper Class Coaches, Two General Second Class Coaches, and Two Luggage cum Brake Vans, Train No. 02695 Dr. MGR Chennai Central-Thiruvananthapuram Central Daily Superfast Special will leave Dr. MGR Chennai Central at 15.20 hrs to reach Thiruvananthapuram Central at 07.50 hrs the next day. The first service from Dr. MGR Chennai Central will be on 08th December, 2025 until further advice.
In the return direction, Train No. 02696 Thiruvananthapuram Central-Dr. MGR Chennai Central Daily Superfast Special will leave Thiruvananthapuram Central at 17.15 hrs to reach Dr. MGR Chennai Central at 10.00 hrs on the next day. The first service from Thiruvananthapuram Central will be on 09th December, 2025 to until further advice.
Stoppages in both the directions: Arakkonam, Katpadi, Vaniyambadi, Jolarpettai, Salem, Erode, Tiruppur, Coimbatore, Palghat, Thrisur, Ernakulam Town, Kottayam, Chenganseri, Tiruvalla, Chengannur, Mavelikara, Kayankulam, Kollam and Varkala.
Here’s the up-to-date status of special train services (and regular trains) between Dr. M.G.R. Chennai Central (MAS) and Thiruvananthapuram Central (TVC):
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🚆 Special Trains MAS ↔ TVC
- On January 24, 2025, Southern Railway ran Train No. 06057, a special service from Chennai Central to Thiruvananthapuram North, departing at ~23:50. This type of holiday special does not run regularly and is not part of standard service. Return leg may have operated under a separate special number.
- Such specials are temporary, scheduled during festivals or peak demand, and are not part of the regular timetable.
🚄 Regular Trains (MAS ↔ TVC)
12695 / 12696 – M.G.R. Chennai Central – TVC Superfast Express
- Depart MAS at ~15:20, arrive TVC at ~07:40 next morning. Journey ~16 h 20 m, distance ~918 km. Operates daily.
- 22207 / 22208 – Premium AC Superfast Express
- All‑AC train, bi-weekly schedule. Departs MAS at ~16:00, reaches TVC at ~07:00 on day 2, covering ~908 km in ~15 h 50 m.
12623 / 12624 – Chennai–Thiruvananthapuram Mail Superfast
- Daily mail service, departs late evening from Chennai, arrives at TVC next morning in about 16 h 30 m. Covers ~926 km. Classes include 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, General.
12697 – MAS–TVC SF Express (Weekly)
- Runs on Sundays only. Departs MAS at ~15:10, arrives TVC at ~06:40 (~15 h 30 m). Good option for weekend travelers.
📋 Summary Table
| Service Type | Train No. | Departure (MAS) | Arrival (TVC) | Duration | Frequency | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special (holiday) | 06057 | ~23:50 (MAS → TVC North) | Not standard | ~? hours | Occasional | Temporary composition |
| Superfast Express | 12695 / 12696 | ~15:20 | ~07:40 next day | ~16 h 20 m | Daily | 2A, 3A, SL, General |
| Premium AC SF | 22207 / 22208 | ~16:00 | ~07:00 next day | ~15 h 50 m | Bi‑weekly | 1A, 2A, 3A (AC only) |
| Mail Superfast | 12623 / 12624 | Late evening | Next morning | ~16 h 30 m | Daily | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, Gen. |
| MAS–TVC SF Exp (Sun) | 12697 | ~15:10 (Sunday only) | ~06:40 next day | ~15 h 30 m | Weekly | 2A, 3A, SL, General |
✅ Recommendations
- Special passenger trains like Train 06057 are rare and not regularly available.
- For reliable travel, choose one of the regular daily services:
- Train 12695 / 12696 (Superfast Express): broadly available every day.
- Train 12623 / 12624 (Mail): good for overnight departures.
- Prefer 22207 / 22208 (Premium AC Express) for faster comfort if travel dates align with its bi-weekly schedule.
- Train 12697 is useful if you’re traveling on a Sunday.
⚠️ Note on Terminal Station Changes
- Since July 19, 2025, the 12695 Superfast Express has been terminating at Thiruvananthapuram North (Kochuveli) instead of TVC. This has caused inconvenience due to limited transport options to the city center.
- Redevelopment of city stations (including Thiruvananthapuram North) is underway to ease congestion and improve connectivity.
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