Vijayawada to Chennai Train from ₹199

~9.4 hrs

Journey time

~517 km

Distance

₹199+

Sleeper fare

Daily

Frequency

🚆 Vijayawada to Chennai train route

The Vijayawada to Chennai train route covers approximately 517 km by rail and takes around 9.4 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Andhra Pradesh to Tamil Nadu.

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.

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💰 Vijayawada to Chennai train fare (approximate)

Approximate fares for the 517 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	₹1,280
2AAC 2-Tier	Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight	₹711
3AAC 3-Tier	Most popular AC class, good value	₹512
SLSleeper Class	Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths	₹199
2SSecond Sitting	Non-AC reserved seating for short routes	₹114
CCAC Chair Car	AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi	₹569

* Fares are approximate and may vary. Check IRCTC for exact pricing. Tatkal charges, GST, and dynamic pricing may apply.

🚆 Trains from Vijayawada to Chennai (48 trains)

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration	Runs	Classes
DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - MADURAI Tamil Nadu S Kranti #12652 · SKr	10:50 BZA	18:15 MS	7h 25m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Delhi H.Nizamuddin-Chennai Central Rajdhani Expres #12434 · Raj	14:30 BZA	20:15 MAS	5h 45m	Daily	1A,2A,3A
H Nizamuddin-Chennai Garib Rath Express #12612 · GR	14:30 BZA	20:15 MAS	5h 45m	Daily	3A
Vijayawada Chennai Jan Shatabdi #12078 · JShtb	14:35 BZA	21:10 MAS	6h 35m	Daily	CC
Hazrat Nizamuddin-Chennai Duronto #12270 · Drnt	14:45 BZA	20:10 MAS	5h 25m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Tamil Nadu Express #12622 · SF	00:25 BZA	07:15 MAS	6h 50m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Lucknow Chennai Express #16094 · Exp	01:00 BZA	10:10 MAS	9h 10m	Daily	3A,SL
Andaman Express #16032 · Exp	01:00 BZA	10:10 MAS	9h 10m	Daily	3A,SL
Charminar Express #12760 · SF	01:10 BZA	08:15 MAS	7h 05m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Bhubaneswar-Puducherry Superfast Express #12898 · SF	01:35 BZA	09:00 MS	7h 25m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Bhubaneswar Chennai Superfast Express #12830 · SF	01:35 BZA	08:55 MAS	7h 20m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Bhubaneswar-Rameswaram Weekly Express #18496 · Exp	01:35 BZA	09:00 MS	7h 25m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Bilaspur-Chennai Express #12851 · SF	01:35 BZA	08:55 MAS	7h 20m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Jaipur-Coimbatore Express #12970 · SF	02:20 BZA	09:45 MAS	7h 25m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Jaipur-Chennai SF Express #12968 · SF	02:20 BZA	09:45 MAS	7h 25m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Pinakini Express #12711 · SF	06:00 BZA	13:00 MAS	7h 00m	Daily	CC
PATLIPUTRA - BANGALORE Sanghamitra SF Exp #12296 · SF	06:25 BZA	13:35 MAS	7h 10m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
DARBHANGA - MYSORE BAGMATI SF Exp #12577 · SF	07:30 BZA	14:20 MAS	6h 50m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
CHHAPRA - CHENNAI CENTRAL Ganga Kaveri Exp #12670 · SF	07:30 BZA	14:25 MAS	6h 55m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
New Delhi-Puducherry SF Exp #22404 · SF	07:30 BZA	14:30 MS	7h 00m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
New Jalpaiguri-Chennai SF Express #12754 · SF	07:30 BZA	14:55 MAS	7h 25m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Sangrami Expres #12756 · SF	08:50 BZA	17:00 MAS	8h 10m	Daily	3A,SL
Navjeevan Express #12655 · SF	09:00 BZA	16:05 MAS	7h 05m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
JODHPUR - CHENNAI EGMORE Exp #16126 · Exp	09:55 BZA	16:55 MS	7h 00m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Coromandel Express #12841 · SF	10:35 BZA	17:15 MAS	6h 40m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
D H NIZAMUDDIN - KANYAKUMARI Thirukkural Exp #12642 · SF	10:50 BZA	18:05 MS	7h 15m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Howrah-Tiruchirappalli Express #12663 · SF	12:25 BZA	20:00 MS	7h 35m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
DIBRUGARH - CHENNAI EGMORE Weekly Exp #15930 · Exp	12:25 BZA	20:15 MS	7h 50m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
HOWRAH - KANNIYAKUMARI SF Exp #12665 · SF	12:25 BZA	20:00 MS	7h 35m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
GUWAHATI - CHENNAI EGMORE Exp #15630 · Exp	12:25 BZA	20:15 MS	7h 50m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
GAYA - CHENNAI EGMORE SF Exp #12389 · SF	12:55 BZA	20:45 MS	7h 50m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Rapti Sagar Express #12511 · SF	16:05 BZA	23:20 MAS	7h 15m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Ahilyanagari Express #16325 · Exp	16:05 BZA	23:20 MAS	7h 15m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Korba Tiruvananthapuram Express #16327 · Exp	16:05 BZA	23:20 MAS	7h 15m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Raptisagar Express #12521 · SF	16:05 BZA	23:20 MAS	7h 15m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Tatanagar- Alappuzha (Alleppey) Express #18189 · Exp	17:45 BZA	03:00 MAS	9h 15m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
DHANBAD - ALAPPUZHA Exp #13351 · Exp	17:45 BZA	03:00 MAS	9h 15m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Chandigarh Chennai Express #22688 · SF	19:20 BZA	02:15 MAS	6h 55m	Daily	3A,SL
Dehradun Chennai Express #12688 · SF	19:20 BZA	02:15 MAS	6h 55m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Howrah Chennai Superfast Mail #12839 · SF	20:45 BZA	03:50 MAS	7h 05m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Shalimar Tiruvananthapuram Express #16324 · Exp	20:55 BZA	03:55 MAS	7h 00m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
MUZAFFARPUR - YESVANTPUR Weekly Exp #15228 · Exp	20:55 BZA	03:55 MAS	7h 00m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Patna - Ernakulam Express #16310 · Exp	20:55 BZA	03:55 MAS	7h 00m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Circar Express #17644 · Exp	21:05 BZA	06:30 MS	9h 25m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
GUWAHATI - TRIVANDRUM CENTRAL EXP #12516 · SF	21:55 BZA	04:15 MAS	6h 20m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
GUWAHATI - BENGALURU (Kaziranga) SF Express #12510 · SF	21:55 BZA	04:15 MAS	6h 20m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
GUWAHATI - TRIVANDRUM SF Exp #12508 · SF	21:55 BZA	04:15 MAS	6h 20m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
GrandTrunk Express #12616 · SF	23:25 BZA	06:15 MAS	6h 50m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL

* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 48 trains.

💡 Train booking tips for Vijayawada to Chennai

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Book 120 days early
IRCTC opens bookings 120 days before journey date. Book early for popular routes — confirmed tickets sell out fast.

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Tatkal at 10 AM / 11 AM
Tatkal booking opens at 10:00 AM for AC classes and 11:00 AM for non-AC, one day before travel. Be ready to book instantly.

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Carry valid photo ID
One passenger must carry original photo ID (Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, or PAN card) during the journey.

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Use IRCTC app for faster booking
The IRCTC Rail Connect app is faster than the website for Tatkal bookings. Also try ConfirmTkt for PNR predictions and alternative routes.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does the train take from Vijayawada to Chennai? ▼

Trains from Vijayawada to Chennai take approximately 9.4 hours depending on the train type. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail/passenger trains make more stops.

What is the train fare from Vijayawada to Chennai? ▼

Fares vary by class: Sleeper from ₹199, AC 3-Tier from ₹512, AC 2-Tier from ₹711. Tatkal and premium tickets cost more.

How many trains run from Vijayawada to Chennai daily? ▼

Multiple trains operate on the Vijayawada to Chennai route daily, including Superfast, Express, and Mail trains. Check IRCTC for the latest schedule and availability.

How to book Vijayawada to Chennai train tickets? ▼

You can book train tickets through IRCTC (irctc.co.in) or authorized partners like ConfirmTkt. Booking opens 120 days before the journey date. Tatkal booking opens at 10 AM (AC) / 11 AM (Non-AC) one day before.

Is there a direct train from Vijayawada to Chennai? ▼

Yes, there are direct trains on the Vijayawada to Chennai route. Some trains may require a connection depending on the schedule. Check IRCTC for direct train options.

What is the best time to travel by train from Vijayawada to Chennai? ▼

For long routes, overnight trains (departing 6-10 PM) are popular as you save on hotel costs and arrive fresh. For short routes, morning Shatabdi or Vande Bharat trains offer comfortable daytime travel.

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