Southern Railway has announced the operation of special one-way MEMU Express trains between Madurai and Chennai Egmoreto accommodate the increased passenger demand during pongal festival . These trains will provide convenient travel for passengers looking to visit family and friends during the festive season.
Train Details
- Train No. 06061 Chennai Egmore – Madurai:
- Departure: 10:45 hrs on 18th January 2025 (Saturday)
- Arrival: 19:15 hrs on 18th January 2025
- Route: Chennai Egmore → Tambaram → Chengalpattu → Melmaruvathur → Tindivanam → Villupuram → Vriddhachalam → Ariyalur → Srirangam → Tiruchchirappalli → Manaparai → Dindigul → Kodaikanal Road → Madurai
- Train No. 06062 Madurai – Chennai Egmore:
- Departure: 16:00 hrs on 19th January 2025 (Sunday)
- Arrival: 00:45 hrs on 20th January 2025
- Route: Madurai → Kodaikanal Road → Dindigul → Manaparai → Tiruchchirappalli → Srirangam → Ariyalur → Vriddhachalam → Villupuram → Tindivanam → Melmaruvathur → Chengalpattu → Tambaram → Chennai Egmore
These special trains will be unreserved and operate with 8-car MEMU coaches, ensuring ample seating for passengers during the peak travel period. The one-way service will help alleviate overcrowding on regular trains, ensuring smoother travel for all.
Timings and Stoppages: The train will make several important stops along the route, including key stations such as Tambaram, Chengalpattu, and Villupuram, ensuring connectivity for passengers at various locations. Here is the detailed schedule:
