12696 Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express
Train Information
| Train number | 12696 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express |
| Train type | SUPERFAST |
| Source station | THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL (TVC) |
| Departure | 17:15 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL (MAS) |
| Arrival | 10:00 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 922 km |
| Journey duration | 16 hours 45 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 23 |
| Intermediate stops | 21 |
| Railway zone | Southern Railway (SR) |
| Division | Thiruvananthapuram (TVC) |
| Running days | Daily |
| Travel classes | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GEN |
Train 12696 Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express is a SUPERFAST type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL at 5:15 PM. It arrives at its destination, PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL on Day 2 at 10:00 AM, covering a total distance of 922 km in 16 hours 45 minutes, with 21 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 12696 Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express runs on Daily and offers travel classes 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Thiruvananthapuram division of the Southern Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Train Route and Timetable
| Stop | Station code | Station name | Journey day | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TVC | THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL | Day 1 | Source | 17:15 | 0 km | |
| 2 | VAK | VARKALA | Day 1 | 17:50 | 17:51 | 1 min | 41 km |
| 3 | QLN | KOLLAM JN | Day 1 | 18:12 | 18:15 | 3 min | 64 km |
| 4 | KYJ | KAYANKULAM JN | Day 1 | 18:54 | 18:56 | 2 min | 105 km |
| 5 | MVLK | MAVELIKARA | Day 1 | 19:05 | 19:06 | 1 min | 113 km |
| 6 | CNGR | CHENGANNUR | Day 1 | 19:18 | 19:20 | 2 min | 126 km |
| 7 | TRVL | TIRUVALLA | Day 1 | 19:29 | 19:30 | 1 min | 135 km |
| 8 | CGY | CHANGANASSERI | Day 1 | 19:39 | 19:40 | 1 min | 143 km |
| 9 | KTYM | KOTTAYAM | Day 1 | 20:00 | 20:05 | 5 min | 160 km |
| 10 | ERN | ERNAKULAM TOWN | Day 1 | 21:25 | 21:30 | 5 min | 220 km |
| 11 | TCR | THRISUR | Day 1 | 22:37 | 22:40 | 3 min | 291 km |
| 12 | PGT | PALAKKAD JN | Day 2 | 00:37 | 00:40 | 3 min | 369 km |
| 13 | CBE | COIMBATORE JN | Day 2 | 01:57 | 02:00 | 3 min | 423 km |
| 14 | TUP | TIRUPPUR | Day 2 | 02:43 | 02:45 | 2 min | 473 km |
| 15 | ED | ERODE JN | Day 2 | 03:35 | 03:40 | 5 min | 524 km |
| 16 | SA | SALEM JN | Day 2 | 04:30 | 04:35 | 5 min | 583 km |
| 17 | MAP | MORAPPUR | Day 2 | 05:29 | 05:30 | 1 min | 650 km |
| 18 | JTJ | JOLARPETTAI JN | Day 2 | 06:33 | 06:35 | 2 min | 708 km |
| 19 | VN | VANIYAMBADI | Day 2 | 06:48 | 06:50 | 2 min | 723 km |
| 20 | KPD | KATPADI JN | Day 2 | 07:40 | 07:45 | 5 min | 792 km |
| 21 | AJJ | ARAKKONAM JN | Day 2 | 08:33 | 08:35 | 2 min | 852 km |
| 22 | PER | PERAMBUR | Day 2 | 09:23 | 09:25 | 2 min | 915 km |
| 23 | MAS | PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL | Day 2 | 10:00 | Destination | 922 km |
Train 12696 Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express starts its journey from THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL and terminates at PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL. The scheduled station sequence is: THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL, VARKALA, KOLLAM JN, KAYANKULAM JN, MAVELIKARA, CHENGANNUR, TIRUVALLA, CHANGANASSERI, KOTTAYAM, ERNAKULAM TOWN, THRISUR, PALAKKAD JN, COIMBATORE JN, TIRUPPUR, ERODE JN, SALEM JN, MORAPPUR, JOLARPETTAI JN, VANIYAMBADI, KATPADI JN, ARAKKONAM JN, PERAMBUR, PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL.
Coach Position and Composition
12696 Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01EOG
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04HA1
- Position 05A1
- Position 06B1
- Position 07B2
- Position 08B3
- Position 09S1
- Position 10S2
- Position 11S3
- Position 12S4
- Position 13S5
- Position 14S6
- Position 15S7
- Position 16S8
- Position 17S9
- Position 18GEN
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20SLRD
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | EOG |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | HA1 |
| 05 | A1 |
| 06 | B1 |
| 07 | B2 |
| 08 | B3 |
| 09 | S1 |
| 10 | S2 |
| 11 | S3 |
| 12 | S4 |
| 13 | S5 |
| 14 | S6 |
| 15 | S7 |
| 16 | S8 |
| 17 | S9 |
| 18 | GEN |
| 19 | GEN |
| 20 | SLRD |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 12696 Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| 1AFirst AC |
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| 2AAC 2 Tier |
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| 3AAC 3 Tier |
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| SLSleeper |
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| GNGeneral |
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Actual booking prices may vary depending on the date of journey, availability, quota, applicable charges and railway updates. Verify the current fare through official Indian Railways booking channels before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does this train depart from its originating station?
Train 12696 Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express departs from THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL at 5:15 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 12696 Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express terminates at PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL (MAS).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 12696 Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-GEN-GEN-HA1-A1-B1-B2-B3-S1-S2-S3-S4-S5-S6-S7-S8-S9-GEN-GEN-SLRD.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 12696 Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express covers a total distance of 922 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 12696 Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express operates on Daily.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 12696 Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express has 21 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 12696 Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl - M.G.R Chennai Ctrl SF Express offers the following travel classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, GEN.