12697 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express
Train Information
| Train number | 12697 |
|---|---|
| Train name | MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express |
| Train type | SUPERFAST |
| Source station | PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL (MAS) |
| Departure | 15:10 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL (TVC) |
| Arrival | 06:40 · Day 2 |
| Total distance | 896 km |
| Journey duration | 15 hours 30 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 13 |
| Intermediate stops | 11 |
| Railway zone | Southern Railway (SR) |
| Division | Chennai (MAS) |
| Running days | Sunday |
| Travel classes | 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN |
Train 12697 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express is a SUPERFAST type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL at 3:10 PM. It arrives at its destination, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL on Day 2 at 6:40 AM, covering a total distance of 896 km in 15 hours 30 minutes, with 11 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 12697 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express runs on Sunday and offers travel classes 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Chennai 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 | MAS | PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL | Day 1 | Source | 15:10 | 0 km | |
| 2 | KPD | KATPADI JN | Day 1 | 16:58 | 17:00 | 2 min | 130 km |
| 3 | JTJ | JOLARPETTAI JN | Day 1 | 18:18 | 18:20 | 2 min | 214 km |
| 4 | SA | SALEM JN | Day 1 | 19:47 | 19:50 | 3 min | 339 km |
| 5 | ED | ERODE JN | Day 1 | 20:45 | 20:50 | 5 min | 398 km |
| 6 | PTJ | PODANUR JN | Day 1 | 22:19 | 22:20 | 1 min | 492 km |
| 7 | PGT | PALAKKAD JN | Day 1 | 23:17 | 23:20 | 3 min | 540 km |
| 8 | TCR | THRISUR | Day 2 | 00:25 | 00:28 | 3 min | 617 km |
| 9 | ERS | ERNAKULAM JN | Day 2 | 02:05 | 02:10 | 5 min | 691 km |
| 10 | ALLP | ALAPPUZHA | Day 2 | 03:17 | 03:20 | 3 min | 748 km |
| 11 | QLN | KOLLAM JN | Day 2 | 04:47 | 04:50 | 3 min | 832 km |
| 12 | KZK | KAZHAKUTTAM | Day 2 | 05:32 | 05:33 | 1 min | 883 km |
| 13 | TVC | THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL | Day 2 | 06:40 | Destination | 896 km |
Train 12697 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express starts its journey from PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL and terminates at THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL. The scheduled station sequence is: PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL, KATPADI JN, JOLARPETTAI JN, SALEM JN, ERODE JN, PODANUR JN, PALAKKAD JN, THRISUR, ERNAKULAM JN, ALAPPUZHA, KOLLAM JN, KAZHAKUTTAM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL.
Coach Position and Composition
12697 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01EOG
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04S1
- Position 05S2
- Position 06S3
- Position 07S4
- Position 08S5
- Position 09S6
- Position 10A1
- Position 11A2
- Position 12B1
- Position 13B2
- Position 14B3
- Position 15B4
- Position 16M1
- Position 17M2
- Position 18M3
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20GEN
- Position 21EOG
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | EOG |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | S1 |
| 05 | S2 |
| 06 | S3 |
| 07 | S4 |
| 08 | S5 |
| 09 | S6 |
| 10 | A1 |
| 11 | A2 |
| 12 | B1 |
| 13 | B2 |
| 14 | B3 |
| 15 | B4 |
| 16 | M1 |
| 17 | M2 |
| 18 | M3 |
| 19 | GEN |
| 20 | GEN |
| 21 | EOG |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 12697 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| 2AAC 2 Tier |
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| 3AAC 3 Tier |
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| 3EAC 3 Economy |
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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 12697 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express departs from PURATCHI THALAIVAR DR. MGR CTL at 3:10 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 12697 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express terminates at THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CENTRAL (TVC).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 12697 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express has the following coach composition: ENG-EOG-GEN-GEN-S1-S2-S3-S4-S5-S6-A1-A2-B1-B2-B3-B4-M1-M2-M3-GEN-GEN-EOG.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 12697 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express covers a total distance of 896 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 12697 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express operates on Sunday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 12697 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express has 11 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 12697 MGR Chennai Ctrl - Thiruvananthapuram Ctrl Weekly SF Express offers the following travel classes: 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN.