The Chennai to Visakhapatnam train route covers approximately 813 km by rail and takes around 14.8 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Tamil Nadu to Andhra Pradesh.
This is a medium-distance route with overnight trains being the most popular choice. Multiple train types operate on this route — from premium Rajdhani and Vande Bharat to affordable Sleeper and General class services.
Train tickets can be booked on IRCTC up to 120 days in advance. During peak seasons (October-March, festivals, summer holidays), tickets sell out quickly — book early for confirmed berths.
Book on IRCTCApproximate fares for the 813 km journey. Actual fares vary by train, season, and booking time. Tatkal fares are higher.
| Class | Description | Approx. Fare |
|---|---|---|
| 1AAC First Class | Private 2-berth cabins with door, premium bedding | ₹2,012 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹1,118 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹805 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹313 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹179 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹894 |
* Fares are approximate and may vary. Check IRCTC for exact pricing. Tatkal charges, GST, and dynamic pricing may apply.
| Train | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Runs | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Allapuzha Dhanbad Slip Express
#18190 · Exp
|
MAS |
VSKP |
Daily | 2A,3A,SL | |
|
Ernakulam-Patna Express
#16309 · Exp
|
06:20 MAS |
19:25 VSKP |
13h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
BENGALURU - GUWAHATI (Kaziranga) SF Express
#12509 · SF
|
06:20 MAS |
19:25 VSKP |
13h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
RIVANDRUM - GUWAHATI Exp
#12515 · SF
|
06:20 MAS |
19:25 VSKP |
13h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Coromandel Express
#12842 · SF
|
08:45 MAS |
21:50 VSKP |
13h 05m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
TRIVANDRUM - GUWAHATI SF Exp
#12507 · SF
|
09:55 MAS |
23:05 VSKP |
13h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Trivandrum Shalimar Biweekly Express
#16323 · Exp
|
09:55 MAS |
23:05 VSKP |
13h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
YESVANTPUR - MUZAFFARPUR Weekly Exp
#15227 · Exp
|
09:55 MAS |
23:05 VSKP |
13h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Tiruchirappalli-Howrah Express
#12664 · SF
|
21:00 TBM |
11:45 VSKP |
14h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KANYAKUMARI - KOL HOWRAH Weekly Exp
#12666 · SF
|
21:00 TBM |
11:45 VSKP |
14h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai Bhubaneswar SF Express
#12829 · SF
|
21:10 MAS |
10:25 VSKP |
13h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Puducherry-Bhubaneswar Express
#12897 · SF
|
21:26 TBM |
11:45 VSKP |
14h 19m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Rameswaram-Bhubaneswar Express
#18495 · Exp
|
21:39 TBM |
11:45 VSKP |
14h 06m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
CHENNAI EGMORE - DIBRUGARH Weekly Exp
#15929 · Exp
|
22:30 MS |
11:45 VSKP |
13h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
CHENNAI EGMORE - GUWAHATI Exp
#15629 · Exp
|
22:30 MS |
11:45 VSKP |
13h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Alappuzha Dhanbad Tatanagar Express Slip
#13352-Slip · Exp
|
23:00 MAS |
15:15 VSKP |
16h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
ALAPPUZHA - DHANBAD (Bokaro) Express
#13352 · Exp
|
23:00 MAS |
15:15 VSKP |
16h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai-Howrah SF Mail
#12840 · SF
|
23:40 MAS |
13:00 VSKP |
13h 20m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 18 trains.
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Official resources for Indian Railways travel:
IRCTC — Book train tickets online, check PNR status
National Train Enquiry System — Live train status, schedule, seat availability
ConfirmTkt — PNR prediction and alternative route suggestions
Indian Railways — Official website of Ministry of Railways