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The Chennai to Warangal train route covers approximately 741 km by rail and takes around 13.5 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Tamil Nadu to Telangana.
This is a medium-distance route with both day and overnight options available. 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 741 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 | ₹1,834 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹1,019 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹734 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹285 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹163 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹815 |
* 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Chennai Central-H.Nizamuddin Garib Rath Express
#12611 · GR
|
06:10 MAS |
14:42 WL |
8h 32m | Daily | 3A |
|
Chennai Central-Delhi H.Nizamuddin Rajdhani Expres
#12433 · Raj
|
06:10 MAS |
14:39 WL |
8h 29m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Chennai-Hazrat Nizamuddin Duronto Express
#12269 · Drnt
|
06:40 MAS |
14:51 WL |
8h 11m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
MADURAI - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Tamil Nadu S Kranti
#12651 · SKr
|
08:00 TBM |
19:16 WL |
11h 16m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai Lucknow Express
#16093 · Exp
|
05:15 MAS |
17:55 WL |
12h 40m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Andaman Express
#16031 · Exp
|
05:15 MAS |
17:55 WL |
12h 40m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
CHENNAI EGMORE - GAYA SF Exp
#12390 · SF
|
07:30 MS |
17:30 WL |
10h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KANYAKUMARI - D H NIZAMUDDIN Thirukkural Exp
#12641 · SF
|
08:00 TBM |
19:23 WL |
11h 23m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Navajivan Express
#12656 · SF
|
09:35 MAS |
20:15 WL |
10h 40m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai Dehradun Express
#12687 · SF
|
09:45 MAS |
20:30 WL |
10h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai Chandigarh Express Slip
#12687-Slip · SF
|
09:45 MAS |
20:30 WL |
10h 45m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Puducherry-New Delhi SF Express
#22403 · SF
|
12:31 TBM |
23:50 WL |
11h 19m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
CHENNAI EGMORE - JODHPUR Exp
#16125 · Exp
|
15:15 MS |
00:58 WL |
9h 43m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
BANGALORE - PATLIPUTRA Sanghamitra SF Exp
#12295 · SF
|
15:40 MAS |
01:11 WL |
9h 31m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
MYSORE - DARBHANGA BAGMATI SF Exp
#12578 · SF
|
16:15 MAS |
01:55 WL |
9h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Coimbatore-Jaipur Express
#12969 · SF
|
17:35 MAS |
03:15 WL |
9h 40m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
CHENNAI CENTRAL - CHHAPRA Ganga Kaveri Exp
#12669 · SF
|
17:35 MAS |
03:58 WL |
10h 23m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai-Jaipur SF Express
#12967 · SF
|
17:35 MAS |
03:15 WL |
9h 40m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Charminar Express
#12759 · SF
|
18:10 MAS |
04:13 WL |
10h 03m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Grand Trunk (GT) Express
#12615 · SF
|
19:15 MAS |
05:03 WL |
9h 48m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai-Bilaspur Express
#12852 · SF
|
21:10 MAS |
06:43 WL |
9h 33m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Tamil Nadu Express
#12621 · SF
|
22:00 MAS |
07:03 WL |
9h 03m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Raptisagar Express
#12522 · SF
|
23:25 MAS |
09:20 WL |
9h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Rapti Sagar Expres
#12512 · SF
|
23:25 MAS |
09:20 WL |
9h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ahilyanagari Express
#16326 · Exp
|
23:25 MAS |
09:20 WL |
9h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Trivandrum-Korba Express
#16328 · Exp
|
23:25 MAS |
09:20 WL |
9h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 26 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