Search Train – Indian Railways Train Schedule & Timings
Find any Indian Railways train by its train number or train name. View the complete route, station-wise arrival and departure times, and the days on which the train runs.
How to Search for a Train
Type at least 2 characters — either the train number or part of the train name — into the search box above. Results will appear automatically as you type. Click on any result to view the full timetable including all stops, arrival and departure times, and running days for that train.
Understanding Indian Train Numbers
Every train in India has a unique 5-digit train number assigned by Indian Railways. The first digit indicates the train category and zone. For example, numbers starting with 1 indicate trains in the Central Railway zone, 2 indicates trains under South Central Railway, and 6 indicates trains under Southern Railway and South Western Railway. The Rajdhani Express trains are numbered in the 12xxx and 22xxx series. Vande Bharat Express trains fall in the 22xxx series. Local and suburban EMU trains in Chennai use the 4xxxx (40xxx) series.
Popular Tamil Nadu Train Routes
Some of the most frequently searched trains running to and from Tamil Nadu include the Chennai–Coimbatore Intercity Express (12243/12244), the Chennai–Madurai Vaigai Express (12635/12636), the Chennai–Bangalore Shatabdi Express (12027/12028), the Chennai–Mumbai Mail (11041/11042), the Kanyakumari Express (16381/16382) connecting Chennai with the southern tip of India, and the Vande Bharat Express (20601/20602) between Chennai and Coimbatore via Salem. For pilgrim travel, the Rameswaram Express (16101/16102) is widely used by devotees visiting the Rameswaram temple.
Train Classes Explained
Indian Railways offers multiple travel classes on its trains. 1A (First AC) is the most premium with lockable private cabins. 2A (Second AC) has four-berth air-conditioned bays with curtains. 3A (Third AC) is the most popular AC class with six-berth bays. 3E (Third AC Economy) is an affordable AC option available on select trains. SL (Sleeper Class) is a non-AC berth class and the most widely used for overnight journeys. CC (Chair Car) is used in day trains like Shatabdi and Vande Bharat. 2S (Second Sitting) is the most economical non-reserved class for shorter distances. Availability of classes varies by train.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trains run in India daily?
Indian Railways operates over 13,000 passenger trains daily, carrying approximately 23 million passengers. This makes it one of the largest and busiest railway networks in the world.
What does "running days" mean for a train?
Running days specify on which days of the week a train departs from its origin station. A train that runs only on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday will not be available on other days. Always check running days before planning travel, as many express trains do not run daily.
Can I book tickets directly from this page?
TrueTamil's railway tool is a schedule reference tool only. To book tickets, visit the official IRCTC website or the Indian Railways mobile app.
