Special train Mangalore Central-Thiruvananthapuram Central | Special train Mangalore Central-Thiruvananthapuram Central
Special train between Mangalore Central-Thiruvananthapuram Central (Train no. 06603 / 06604) time table, route, frequency and fare
With a composition of one AC 2-Tier Coach, Four AC 3-Tier Coaches, Ten Sleeper Class Coaches, Four General Second Class Coaches, and Two Luggage cum Brake Vans, Train No. 06603 Mangalore Central-Thiruvananthapuram Central Daily Special will leave Mangalore Central at 17.30 hrs to reach Thiruvananthapuram Central at 06.35 hrs the next day. The first service from Dr. MGR Chennai Central will be on 10th December, 2025 until further advice.
In the return direction Train No. 06604 Thiruvananthapuram Central-Mangalore Central Daily Special will leave Thiruvananthapuram Central at 19.25 hrs to reach Mangalore Central at 07.50 hrs on the next day. The first service from Mangalore Central will be on 11th December, 2025 until further advice.
Stoppages in both the directions: Kasaragod, Kanhangad, Nileshwar, Chervathur, Payyanur, Payangadi, Kannur, Tellicherry, Mahe, Vadakara, Kozhikode, Shoranur, Thrisur, Aluva, Ernakulam Jn, Cherthala, Alappuzha, Haripad, Kayankulam, Karunagapalli, Kollam, Paravur and Varkala.
Train No. 06603 Mangalore Central-Thiruvananthapuram Central Daily Special will also stop at Turavur, Mararikulam and Ambalapuzha
Train No. 06604 Thiruvananthapuram Central-Mangalore Central Daily Special will also stop at, Kuttippuram, Tirur, Ferok, and Quilandi.
Here’s the most current information about special train services between Mangalore Central (MAQ) and Thiruvananthapuram Central (TVC), along with regular options:
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🚆 Special Trains MAQ ↔ TVC
Train Nos. 06630 / 06629 – Daily Fully‑Reserved Special (2020)
- 06630 (MAQ → TVC): Departed Mangalore Central at 18:15, arriving Thiruvananthapuram Central at 09:20 next day (~15 h 5 m)
- 06629 (TVC → MAQ): Departed Thiruvananthapuram at 18:40, reaching Mangalore Central at 10:30 next day (~15 h 50 m)
- Included 1 AC‑2 Tier, 4 AC‑3 Tier, ~10 SL, 4 General, 2 Brake Vans. Numerous halts across coastal Kerala & Karnataka
- These were temporary daily specials starting December 4–5, 2025, and have since been phased out
🚄 Current Regular Trains (Non‑special services)
Mangaluru Central – Thiruvananthapuram Vande Bharat Express (20631 / 20632)
- Operates 6 days/week (except Wednesday): journey time ~8 h 40 min over 620 km, stops at ~9 stations including Kasaragod, Kannur, Kozhikode, Shoranur, Ernakulam, Kollam
- Fastest option available with all‑AC chair car seating, onboard Wi‑Fi, catering, and Kavach safety system
- Permanently upgraded from 8 to 16 coaches as of May 22, 2025 to meet rising demand
Other Daily Express Trains (cheaper, slower)
- Malabar Express (16630 / 16629): ~634 km in ~15 h 50 m, ~50 km/h, daily, with AC and Sleeper classes
- Maveli Express (16604 / 16603): ~620 km in ~12 h 20 m, daily service with AC and Sleeper coaches
- Thiruvananthapuram–Mangaluru Express (16347 / 16348): ~632 km in ~14 h 15 m, LHB rake, AC + Sleeper + General, daily
📋 Summary Table
| Service Type | Train Number | Direction | Frequency | Duration | Notable Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special (2025 only) | 06630 / 06629 | MAQ ↔ TVC | Daily (2020) | ~15–16 h | Included AC + Sleeper; now inactive |
| Vande Bharat Express | 20631 / 20632 | MAQ ↔ TVC | 6‑days/week | ~8 h 40 m | Fastest, AC only, modern amenities |
| Maveli Express | 16603 / 16604 | MAQ ↔ TVC | Daily | ~12 h 20 m | AC + Sleeper, good speed |
| Malabar Express | 16629 / 16630 | MAQ ↔ TVC | Daily | ~15 h 50 m | Most halts, slowest option |
| TVC–MAQ Express | 16347 / 16348 | TVC ↔ MAQ | Daily | ~14 h 15 m | LHB rake, full coach classes |
✅ Recommendations
- Special trains like 06630/06629 are discontinued—they were temporary reserved services in 2025 and are not currently operational
- The best option now is the Mangaluru–Thiruvananthapuram Vande Bharat Express (20631/20632)—fastest, most comfortable, and regularly scheduled.
- Slower, budget-friendly alternatives include the Maveli or Malabar Express, depending on timing and class requirements.
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