Bengaluru to Chennai train Seat Availability & Fare

Bengaluru to Chennai train Seat Availability

Train seat availability for all 34 trains that run from Bengaluru to Chennai can be found in above table.

Bengaluru to Chennai train Fare

Fare for trains from Bengaluru to Chennai is Rs 160 in Second Seater (2S) in general quota. Tatkal ticket fare and premium tatkal fare in this route starts from Rs 170 in Second Seater (2S).

Bengaluru to Chennai train Shatabdi

Shatabdi express is a premium category full air-conditioned train that connects important cities of India. These are the fastest trains in India which can run at over 150 kmph. These trains runs for short distances only and are not for overnight journeys. Shatabdi trains have only seating arrangements. They are equipped with safer LHB coaches. The first Shatabdi Express train was introduced in 1988 to commemorate the birth centenary of Jawahar Lal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. These train offers catering facilities and the food fare is included in ticket cost. Shatabdi trains have classes Chair Car (CC) and Executive Class(EC). These are best alternative to bus journeys. 2 shatabdi trains run from Bengaluru to Chennai - SHATABDI EXP (12028) and SHATABDI EXP (12008).

Bengaluru to Chennai SHATABDI EXP (12028) departs from Bengaluru City Jn station (SBC) at 06:00 and arrives Chennai Central station (MAS) at 11:00. This train has 4 stoppages. Bengaluru to Chennai shatabdi fare is Rs.1455 in Executive Class and Rs.715 in Chair Car for this train which includes meal charges also.

Bengaluru to Chennai SHATABDI EXP (12008) departs from Bengaluru City Jn station (SBC) at 16:20 and arrives Chennai Central station (MAS) at 21:30. This train has 2 stoppages.

Bengaluru to Chennai train Double Decker

Double decker express, as the name suggests, are 2 storeyed trains that can accommodate more number of passengers compared to other express or mail trains. These trains ply between important cities which are just a few hundred kilometres apart. These are fully AC coaches and have only seating facilities with Chair Car (CC) class. There is a ladder to climb up the upper deck of coach. These trains do not offer catering facilities. Double-decker Trains are usually painted in vibrant yellow and red color while some other express trains also have double decker non ac coaches. 1 double-decker train runs from Bengaluru to Chennai - MAS DOUBLE DECK (22626).

Bengaluru to Chennai MAS DOUBLE DECK (22626) departs from Bengaluru City Jn station (SBC) at 13:30 and arrives Chennai Central station (MAS) at 19:45. This train has 11 stoppages. Bengaluru to Chennai double-decker fare is Rs.560 in Chair Car and Rs.160 in Second Seater for this train.

Bengaluru to Chennai train Humsafar

Humsafar trains are long distance superfast trains that traverses overnight journeys. This is a new concept by the Indian Railways. Some Humsafar trains also run for more than 24 hours. Keeping in mind the middle class travellers, Humsafar was launched last year by the Former Railway Minister Mr. Suresh Prabhu. It has only Third AC class coach and have optional meal service. This train follows dynamic pricing meaning fare increases as the seat availability decreases. However, these trains hold lesser priority than Rajdhani and Shatabdi trains. Humsafar trains are equipped with modern day amenities and enhanced safety features. There are CCTV cameras fitted in every coach of Humsafar trains and there are charging points for each berth. One can also see current running speed of train on the LEDs fitted above doors. These trains are characterized by beautiful graffiti paint with vibrant sky blue color on outer surface of coaches. 3 humsafar trains run from Bengaluru to Chennai - SBCDNR HUMSAFAR (06509), AGTL HUMSAFAR (12503) and HUMSAFAR EXP (22354).

Bengaluru to Chennai SBCDNR HUMSAFAR (06509) departs from Bengaluru City Jn station (SBC) at 07:15 and arrives Perambur station (PER) at 14:10.

Bengaluru to Chennai AGTL HUMSAFAR (12503) departs from Baiyappanahalli Terminal station (SMVB) at 10:15 and arrives Perambur station (PER) at 15:30. Bengaluru to Chennai humsafar fare is Rs.745 in Third AC for this train.

Bengaluru to Chennai HUMSAFAR EXP (22354) departs from Baiyappanahalli Terminal station (SMVB) at 13:50 and arrives Perambur station (PER) at 19:30. Bengaluru to Chennai humsafar fare is Rs.745 in Third AC for this train.

About Bengaluru

Also referred to as the "Silicon Valley of India", Bangalore or Bengaluru is the capital city of Karnataka. With an estimated population of 8.5 million in 2011, it is the fifth most populous city in India and the 18th most populous city in the world. The city is served by Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), located at Devanahalli, about 40 kilometres from the city centre. It is a divisional headquarters in the South Western Railway zone of the Indian Railways. Bangalore is known as the "Garden City of India" because of its greenery, broad streets and the presence of many public parks, such as Lal Bagh and Cubbon Park. Bengaluru has 13 railway stations - Yesvantpur Jn (YPR), Bengaluru City Jn (SBC), Bengaluru Cant (BNC), Krishnarajapuram (KJM), Yelhanka Jn (YNK), Kengeri (KGI), Whitefield (WFD), Banaswadi (BAND), Bengaluru East (BNCE), Baiyyappanahali (BYPL), Chik Banavar (BAW), Karamelaram (CRLM) and Baiyappanahalli Terminal (SMVB).

About Chennai

The city of Chennai in Tamil Nadu, formely known as Madras, India and the headquarters of the Southern Railway Zone, is a major rail transport hub in the country. Chennai Central Railway Station designed in British colonial style by architect Henry Irwin and also known as the Gateway to the South. It is one of the most important railway hubs in South India and stands as one of the busiest in the nation. The next station to Chennai Central, Basin Bridge Junction, is the railway junction where three different lines meet. Chennai has an international airport Chennai International Airport. It is the fourth busiest airport in India and 47th busiest airport in Asia. Chennai is the land of beautiful temples, and reels in tourists from different corners of the world. There is of course Mahabalipuram (nicknamed Mahabs), which displays Dravidian architecture on monuments, right by the beach side. Kapaleeshwar Temple is a wondrous temple to take a peek into. This Shiva temple was also constructed in the 7th century. Chennai is known for its delicacies: dosas and idlis. A place to get some great tasting South Indian food is the 'Adyar Anand Bhavan,' known for serving pure, delicious vegetarian goodness. To capture the diverse cultures of South India, Chennai has an authentic heritage home called 'Dakshichitra.' There are many cool exhibitions showcasing dance, art, craft activities, and much more. Some of the places to visit in Chennai Vandalur Zoo, Known to be one of Asia's largest open-air zoos, the Besant Nagar Beach, or Elliots Beach, but referred to as 'Bessie' and a mysterious and potentially eerie spot known as the 'Broken Bridge' lies just a bit beyond the beach. Pondy Bazaar and T Nagar are popular bazaar for shopping. Chennai has 6 railway stations - Chennai Central (MAS), Chennai Egmore (MS), Tambaram (TBM), Perambur (PER), Avadi (AVD) and Chennai Beach (MSB).

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