{"id":3117,"date":"2025-07-31T03:39:08","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T03:39:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?p=3117"},"modified":"2025-07-31T03:39:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T03:39:08","slug":"ac-special-train-between-mgr-chennai-central-kamakhya","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/ac-special-train-between-mgr-chennai-central-kamakhya\/","title":{"rendered":"AC Special train between MGR Chennai Central \u2013 Kamakhya"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AC Special train between MGR Chennai Central \u2013 Kamakhya<\/strong><\/p>\n

Special train between MGR Chennai Central-Kamakhya (Train No. 02551 \/ 02552) time table, route, frequency and fare<\/strong><\/p>\n

Northeast Frontier Railway special train between MGR Chennai Central \u2013 Kamakhya<\/p>\n

For the convenience of passengers, NFR has decided to run special train between MGR Chennai Central \u2013 Kamakhya<\/p>\n

Train No. 02551 MGR Chennai Central \u2013 Kamakhya special train<\/strong><\/p>\n

Train No. 02551 MGR Chennai Central \u2013 Kamakhya Special train will leave from (Every Sunday) MGR Chennai Central at 16.15 hrs & will reach Kamakhya at 14.00 hrs and train running time between the station 45h and 45minutes.<\/p>\n

Train No. 02552 Kamakhya-MGR Chennai Central special train<\/strong><\/p>\n

Similarly, Train No. 02552 Kamakhya-MGR Chennai Central Special train will leave from (Every Wednesday) Kamakhya at 14.00 hrs & will reach MGR Chennai Central at 11.15 hrs and train running time between the station 45h and 15minutes.<\/p>\n

MGR Chennai Central \u2013 Kamakhya Distance between the station is 2667 Kilometer<\/p>\n

Date of Commencement of Service:<\/p>\n

Train No. 02551 from MGR Chennai Central -Kamakhya special train 24-10-2025 to 28-11-2025<\/p>\n

Train No: 02552 from Kamakhya-MGR Chennai Central special train 21-10-2025 to 25-11-2025<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the latest verified information about the AC-tagged special-fare train between MGR Chennai Central (MAS) and Kamakhya Junction (KYQ)<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\ude82 AC Special Fare Train: 02551 \/ 02552 \u2013 Chennai Central \u2194 Kamakhya Special<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  • 02551 (MAS \u2192 KYQ)<\/strong>:\n
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    • Operated as seasonal special during late October to November 2020<\/strong> \ue202turn0search0\ue201<\/li>\n
    • Departs MAS at ~16:15<\/strong>, arrives KYQ at ~14:00 two days later (~45\u202fh\u202f45\u202fmin for ~2,667\u202fkm)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
    • 02552 (KYQ \u2192 MAS)<\/strong>:\n
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      • Reverse leg departing KYQ at 14:00, arriving MAS at ~11:15 two days later<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
      • Classes<\/strong>: Mixed AC coaches\u20141A, 2A, 3A; Sleeper and 3A Economy in some runs \ue202turn0search0\ue202turn0search2\ue201<\/li>\n
      • Features<\/strong>: No pantry car, limited amenities, low operational priority due to “0\u2011series” classification \ue202turn0search0\ue202turn0search1\ue201<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        \u26a0\ufe0f These specials are unreliable, often cancelled, poorly maintained, and subject to long delays. They are generally inactive in recent schedules. \ue202turn0reddit16\ue202turn0reddit20\ue201<\/p>\n

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        \ud83d\ude84 Regular Scheduled Option: 12551 \/ 12552 \u2013 Kamakhya\u2013SMVT Bengaluru AC Superfast Express<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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        • 12551<\/strong>: Departs SMVT Bengaluru (via MGR Chennai Central) ~15:40 on Saturdays<\/strong>, arrives Kamakhya ~13:10<\/strong> \u00b1 2 days (total journey ~46\u202fh\u202f50\u202fmin covering ~2,661\u202fkm) \ue202turn0search1\ue202turn0search2\ue201<\/li>\n
        • 12552<\/strong>: Operates reverse direction, same timing window<\/li>\n
        • Fully AC Express<\/strong>: Coach composition includes 1A, 2A, 3A & 3A-Economy, onboard pantry car included \ue202turn0search1\ue202turn0search13\ue201<\/li>\n
        • Operates weekly but built on a permanent timetable and enjoys regular priority, better punctuality, and passenger amenities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          \ud83d\udccb Comparison Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
          Feature<\/th>\n02551\/52 Special<\/strong><\/th>\n12551\/52 Regular AC Superfast<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
          Frequency<\/td>\nSeasonal (once\/week, limited run)<\/td>\nWeekly (regular schedule)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Duration<\/td>\n~45\u202fh\u202f45\u202fm \u2013 ~45\u202fh\u202f15\u202fm<\/td>\n~46\u202fh\u202f50\u202fm<\/strong> (consistent)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          AC Classes<\/td>\n1A, 2A, 3A (+ 3A-E in some cases)<\/td>\n1A, 2A, 3A, 3A-Economy (LHB coaches)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Pantry\/Catering<\/td>\n\u274c None (e\u2011catering only)<\/td>\n\u2705 Pantry car included<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Operational Priority & Quality<\/td>\nLow \u2013 older coach stock<\/td>\nHigh \u2013 modern LHB rake, reliable scheduling<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Reliability<\/td>\nLow \u2013 often delayed or canceled<\/td>\nHigh \u2013 stable and dependable service<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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          \u2705 Recommendation<\/h2>\n
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          • Do not rely on the special fare train (02551\/52)<\/strong> unless it is actively running on your date\u2014with clear confirmation.<\/li>\n
          • Choose Train 12551\/52 (Kamakhya\u2013SMVT Bengaluru AC Express)<\/strong> if you’re looking for reliable, fully AC travel from Chennai to Kamakhya. It departs from Chennai and continues north efficiently with excellent amenities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            \ud83e\udded Additional Notes<\/h2>\n
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            • Fares for AC classes on the regular service are roughly \u20b93,735 for 2A and \u20b92,575 for 3A between Chennai and Kamakhya. First AC fares are approximately \u20b96,350. \ue202turn0search2\ue201<\/li>\n
            • Special fare trains (0-series)<\/strong> lack Tatkal or senior-citizen concessions, attract dynamic fare pricing, and have unreliable service. Frequent Reddit feedback recounts delays of 6\u201312 hours or cancellations. \ue202turn0reddit16\ue202turn0reddit20\ue201<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              Would you like:<\/p>\n

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              • \ud83d\udd52 A station-by-station timetable<\/strong> for Train 12551\/52?<\/li>\n
              • \ud83d\udcb5 A fare estimate per AC class<\/strong> for a specific travel date?<\/li>\n
              • \u2705 Assistance checking seat availability or making a booking<\/strong>?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Let me know\u2014I\u2019d be happy to assist!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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