{"id":3854,"date":"2025-08-13T11:27:20","date_gmt":"2025-08-13T11:27:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?page_id=3854"},"modified":"2025-08-13T11:27:20","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T11:27:20","slug":"private-train-between-chennai-and-delhi-time-table-route-frequency-and-fare","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/private-train-between-chennai-and-delhi-time-table-route-frequency-and-fare\/","title":{"rendered":"Private train between Chennai and Delhi time table, route, frequency and fare"},"content":{"rendered":"

Private train between Chennai and Delhi time table, route, frequency, train no., and fare<\/strong><\/p>\n

Private train between Chennai and Delhi<\/strong><\/p>\n

Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Passenger Train Operations Project Indicative Routes Chennai and Delhi<\/p>\n

Private train will leave Chennai at 0600 hrs Daily and arrive Delhi at 0900 hrs and train running time between the station 27:00 hrs<\/p>\n

Private train will leave Delhi at 1535 hrs Daily and arrive Chennai at 2000 hrs and train running time between the station 28:25 hrs<\/p>\n

Distance between Chennai and Delhi Railway Station is 2184 Kilometer<\/p>\n

Frequency per week: Daily<\/p>\n

I wasn’t able to identify any private (PPP)<\/strong> train service currently running between Chennai<\/strong> and Delhi<\/strong>. However, I found a train that operated as a COVID-era special service<\/strong>, which may still be active or has perhaps transitioned back to regular service.<\/p>\n

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Private Train? \u2013 Not Active between Chennai and Delhi<\/h2>\n

There\u2019s no confirmed private or IRCTC-run train<\/strong> operating on a PPP model between Chennai and Delhi at this time. Any mention of such is likely speculative or not yet launched.<\/p>\n

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Special Service: COVID-Era \u201cSpecial\u201d Train (02615 \/ 02616)<\/h2>\n

While not private, there was a fully reserved special train<\/strong> that ran between Chennai Central (MAS) and New Delhi (NDLS) during the pandemic. Key details:<\/p>\n

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  • Train No. 02615 (MAS \u2192 NDLS)<\/strong>\n
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    • Departure<\/strong>: 18:50 from Chennai Central<\/li>\n
    • Arrival<\/strong>: 06:35 two days later (total ~35 h 45 m)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
    • Train No. 02616 (NDLS \u2192 MAS)<\/strong>\n
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      • Departure<\/strong>: 16:10 from New Delhi<\/li>\n
      • Arrival<\/strong>: 04:30 two days later (~36 h 20 m)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
      • Frequency<\/strong>: Ran daily<\/strong>, fully reserved (Classes: 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S) with e-catering\u2014but no pantry car<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Distance & Route<\/strong>: ~2,182 km via major stations like Vijayawada, Nagpur, Bhopal, Jhansi, Agra Cantt, and Mathura<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Note<\/strong>: This was a special service; it may now be replaced by or reverted to the regular Grand Trunk Express (12615\/12616). Confirm via IRCTC or booking platforms.<\/p>\n

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        Regular Trains: Chennai \u21c4 Delhi (Direct, Confirmed)<\/h2>\n

        Here\u2019s a breakdown of regular and reliable train services:<\/p>\n

        \u2022 Tamil Nadu Superfast Express (12621)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        • Departs<\/strong>: 22:00 daily (except Sunday)<\/li>\n
        • Arrives<\/strong>: 06:30 next day<\/li>\n
        • Duration<\/strong>: ~32 h 30 m \u2014 fastest over a standard path<\/li>\n
        • Fare<\/strong>:\n
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          • 1A: \u20b95,158<\/li>\n
          • 2A: \u20b92,985<\/li>\n
          • 3A: \u20b92,032<\/li>\n
          • SL: \u20b9809<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            \u2022 Grand Trunk Express (12615)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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            • Departs<\/strong>: 18:10 daily<\/li>\n
            • Arrives<\/strong>: 05:10 next day<\/li>\n
            • Duration<\/strong>: ~35 h<\/li>\n
            • Fares<\/strong>:\n
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              • 1A: \u20b95,285<\/li>\n
              • 2A: \u20b93,100<\/li>\n
              • 3A: \u20b92,140<\/li>\n
              • SL: \u20b9820<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                \u2022 Duronto Express (12269)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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                • Departs<\/strong>: 06:35 (Mon & Fri)<\/li>\n
                • Arrives<\/strong>: 10:40 next (Tue & Sat)<\/li>\n
                • Duration<\/strong>: ~28 h 05 m \u2014 fastest coverage<\/li>\n
                • Fares<\/strong>:\n
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                  • SL: \u20b9880<\/li>\n
                  • 3A: \u20b92,370<\/li>\n
                  • 2A: \u20b93,445<\/li>\n
                  • 1A: \u20b95,880<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    \u2022 Rajdhani Express (12433)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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                    • Departs<\/strong>: 06:05 (Sun & Fri)<\/li>\n
                    • Arrives<\/strong>: 10:30 (Mon & Sat)<\/li>\n
                    • Duration<\/strong>: ~28 h 25 m<\/li>\n
                    • Fares<\/strong>:\n
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                      • 1A: ~\u20b95,880 (plus \u20b9465 catering charges)<\/li>\n
                      • 2A: \u20b93,445 (+ \u20b9395)<\/li>\n
                      • 3A: \u20b92,370 (+ \u20b9395)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        \u2022 Garib Rath Express (12611)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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                        • Departs<\/strong>: 06:00 (Saturday)<\/li>\n
                        • Arrives<\/strong>: 10:30 (Sunday)<\/li>\n
                        • Duration<\/strong>: ~28 h 30 m<\/li>\n
                        • Fare (3A only)<\/strong>: ~\u20b91,470 \u2014 economical AC option<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                          Quick Comparison Table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                          Train Type<\/th>\nDeparture<\/th>\nDuration<\/th>\nFrequency<\/th>\nApprox Fare (3A)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
                          Special (02615\/16)<\/strong><\/td>\n18:50<\/td>\n~35h 45m<\/td>\nDaily (COVID-era)<\/td>\nVaries (special tariff)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                          Duronto Express (12269)<\/strong><\/td>\n06:35<\/td>\n~28h 05m<\/td>\nMon & Fri<\/td>\n~\u20b92,370<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                          Rajdhani Express (12433)<\/strong><\/td>\n06:05<\/td>\n~28h 25m<\/td>\nSun & Fri<\/td>\n~\u20b92,370<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                          Tamil Nadu SF Exp (12621)<\/strong><\/td>\n22:00<\/td>\n~32h 30m<\/td>\nDaily (Except Sun)<\/td>\n~\u20b92,032<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                          Grand Trunk Exp (12615)<\/strong><\/td>\n18:10<\/td>\n~35h<\/td>\nDaily<\/td>\n~\u20b92,140<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                          Garib Rath (12611)<\/strong><\/td>\n06:00<\/td>\n~28h 30m<\/td>\nSaturday<\/td>\n~\u20b91,470<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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                          Community Insight<\/h2>\n

                          One traveler noted the superiority of Rajdhani\/Duronto performance and comfort on long-distance routes:<\/p>\n

                          \u201cRajdhani is best on any route on which it is available.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

                          Another praised the Duronto’s cleaner, less-crowded journey compared to other trains.<\/p>\n

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                          What You Can Do Next<\/h2>\n
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                          • For a fast and comfortable ride<\/strong>, the Duronto Express<\/strong> or Rajdhani Express<\/strong> are the best bets.<\/li>\n
                          • Prefer daily convenience? Consider the Tamil Nadu Express<\/strong> or Grand Trunk Express<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                          • To check current availability, live fares, or book: visit IRCTC<\/strong>, ConfirmTkt<\/strong>, Ixigo<\/strong>, or similar platforms.<\/li>\n
                          • Let me know your travel date<\/strong> and class preference<\/strong> (e.g., 1A, 2A, 3A), and I can help you pick the best train for your trip!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            Happy to assist with booking tips or any further comparisons.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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