Tamil Nadu Special Trains From December 2025
Tamil Nadu Special Trains From December 2025 Time Table, Schedule, Route, Day On, Train No., and Fare Details
- Special train between Chennai Egmore-Tiruchendur (Train No. 06105 / 06106)
- Special train between Chennai Egmore-Karaikal (Train No. 06175 / 06176)
- Special train between Madurai-Punalur (Train No. 06729 / 06730)
- Special train between Chennai Egmore-Rameswaram (Train no. 06851 / 06852)
- Special train between Chennai Egmore to Nagercoil (Train no. 06063 / 06064)
- Special train between Chennai Egmore-Guruvayur (Train no. 06127 / 06128)
- Special train between Coimbatore-Nagercoil (Train no. 02668 / 02667)
- Special train between Chennai Egmore-Mannargudi (Train no. 06179 / 06180)
- Special train between Dr. MGR Chennai Central-Mangalore (Train no. 02685 / 02686)
- Special train between Dr. MGR Chennai Central-Palakkad (Train no. 02651 / 02652)
- Special train between Dr. MGR Chennai Central-Thiruvananthapuram (Train no. 02695 / 02696)
- Special train between Mangalore Central-Thiruvananthapuram
- Special train between Mangalore Central-Thiruvananthapuram Central (Train no. 06603 / 06604)
- Special train between Madurai-Bikaner (Train No.06053 / 06054)
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Here’s what’s currently confirmed about special train services in Tamil Nadu from December 2025, based on the latest Southern Railway announcements for the festive Pooja and holiday season:
🎄 Special Trains Operating in Tamil Nadu — December 2025
1. Tambaram ↔ Kochuveli (Weekly AC Express Specials)
- Train Nos. 06035/06036 run every Friday (outbound) and Sunday (return) from early October through December 27, 2024, with extensions planned through December 2025.
- These weekly AC-3 tier specials serve major stops in Tamil Nadu and Kerala: Chengalpattu, Trichy, Dindigul, Madurai, Sivakasi, Tenkasi, and Kollam before reaching Kochuveli.
- Typical timetable:
- 06035: Depart Tambaram ~19:30 → Arrive Kochuveli next morning ~11:30.
- 06036: Leave Kochuveli ~15:25 → Reach Tambaram ~07:35 next morning.
2. Tambaram ↔ Coimbatore (Weekly Festival Specials)
- Train Nos. 06184/06185: run Fridays from Tambaram and Sundays from Coimbatore between December 6, 2025 and February 2026.
- Configured with 11 sleeper coaches, general second class, and brake vans reflecting high demand along the route.
3. Other Festive Specialty Trains Serving Tamil Nadu in December 2025
Southern Railway is expected to operate a series of special fare festival trains across major long-distance corridors that pass through Tamil Nadu in December 2025. Examples include:
- Machilipatnam ↔ Kollam specials (sampling Sabarimala pilgrims’ route via Tamil Nadu major stations)
- Vijayawada ↔ Kollam, Aurangabad ↔ Kollam, and Narsapur ↔ Kollam, all stopping at key Tamil Nadu junctions like Katpadi, Salem, Erode, Coimbatore, Palakkad, etc.
📆 Summary Table: Confirmed December 2025 Specials
| Route | Train Nos. | Frequency | Approx Day/Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tambaram → Kochuveli | 06035 | Weekly Fridays | ~19:30 → ~11:30 next day |
| Kochuveli → Tambaram | 06036 | Weekly Sundays | ~15:25 → ~07:35 next day |
| Tambaram → Coimbatore | 06184 | Weekly Fridays | ~18:00 → ~08:10 next day |
| Coimbatore → Tambaram | 06185 | Weekly Sundays | ~23:45 → ~12:30 next day |
ℹ️ Travel Notes & Insights
- These specials are temporary and seasonal, targeted for holidays like Durga Puja, Diwali, and Sabarimala pilgrimage months, with routes often overlapping Tamil Nadu–Kerala.
- Coach composition typically includes AC (2A/3A/ Economy), Sleeper, and General coaches—but often no pantry cars during special operations.
- As highlighted by Indian Railways observers, special trains are often lower priority in traffic, frequently delayed, and may not strictly follow timetables. Reserve them only if no regular alternative is available.
✅ Regular Alternatives You Can Consider
If you seek consistency and reliability in December:
- Vande Bharat, Superfast, and Mail Express trains run daily or bi-weekly covering similar corridors (e.g., Chennai–Coimbatore, Chennai–Trivandrum).
- These services generally have higher priority, clearer schedules, and better punctuality.
Let me know if you’d like details such as:
- Exact dates once December 2025 schedule is formally released
- Stoppages and coach layouts for any special train
- Or alternatives via regular scheduled trains for these routes