{"id":602,"date":"2025-07-28T15:34:04","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T15:34:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?p=602"},"modified":"2025-07-28T15:34:04","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T15:34:04","slug":"special-train-between-okha-tuticorin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/special-train-between-okha-tuticorin\/","title":{"rendered":"Special Train between Okha \u2013 Tuticorin"},"content":{"rendered":"

Special Train between Okha \u2013 Tuticorin<\/strong><\/p>\n

Holi and Summer Special Train between Okha \u2013 Tuticorin (Train No. 09568 \/ 09567) time table, route, frequency and fare<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the convenience of passengers and with a view to meet the travel demand, Western Railway has decided to run Okha \u2013 Tuticorin<\/p>\n

Train No. 09568 Okha \u2013 Tuticorin Special will depart Okha every Friday at 00.55 hrs & will reach Tuticorin at 04.45 hrs on Sunday, w.e.f. 2nd April, 2025 till further advice.<\/p>\n

Similarly, Train No. 09567 Tuticorin \u2013 Okha Special will leave Tuticorin every Sunday at 22.00 hrs & will reach Okha at 03.35 hrs on Wednesday, w.e.f. 4th April, 2025 till further advice.<\/p>\n

Enroute this train will halt at Dwarka, Jamnagar, Hapa, Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Nadiad, Anand, Vadodara, Bharuch, Surat, Valsad, Vapi, Vasai Rd, Kalyan, Pune, Solapur, Kalaburagi, Wadi, Raichur, Manthralayam Rd, Adoni, Guntakal, Anantapur, Dharmavaram, Hindupur, Krishnarajapurm, Bangarapet, Salem, Erode, Karur, Dindigul, Madurai, Virudunagar and Satur stations in both directions.<\/p>\n

Train No. 09568 will have additional halt at Khambhaliya station and Train No. 09567 will have additional halt at Yelahanka & Kovilpatti stations.<\/p>\n

This train comprises of AC 2-Tier, AC 3-Tier, Sleeper class and Second class seating coaches.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a detailed introduction to the Okha \u2194 Tuticorin Super\u2011Fast Special (Vivek) train<\/strong>, operated seasonally by Western Railway on the long western-southern corridor:<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\ude86 Overview: Okha\u2013Tuticorin Vivek Special (09568 \/ 09567)<\/h2>\n
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  • Launched as a Holi \/ Summer Special<\/strong> service, Train 09568 (Okha \u2192 Tuticorin)<\/strong> and 09567 (Tuticorin \u2192 Okha)<\/strong> commenced operations from April 2, 2021<\/strong>, running weekly until further notice<\/li>\n
  • Essentially, it’s a limited-runs version<\/strong> of the 19568\/19567 Okha\u2013Tuticorin Vivek Express<\/strong>, covering ~2,711\u202fkm across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh & Tamil Nadu<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    \ud83d\udd52 Schedule & Frequency<\/h2>\n
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    • 09568 Okha \u2192 Tuticorin<\/strong> departs Okha at 00:55 hrs (Friday)<\/strong> and arrives at Tuticorin around 04:30 hrs (Sunday)<\/strong>\u2014total journey time ~51\u202fh\u202f35\u202fm<\/li>\n
    • 09567 Tuticorin \u2192 Okha<\/strong> runs Sunday at ~22:00 hrs<\/strong>, reaching Okha by Wednesday (~03:35 hrs)<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Frequency: Weekly in each direction<\/strong>, with return on alternate dates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      \ud83d\udee4\ufe0f Route, Halts & Classes<\/h2>\n
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      • Major stops (~38 halts), including Dwarka, Khambhaliya, Jamnagar, Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat, Pune, Solapur, Gulbarga, Guntakal, Salem, Madurai, and Dindigul<\/strong>, before reaching Tuticorin<\/li>\n
      • Class composition<\/strong>: AC 2-tier (2A), AC 3-tier (3A), Sleeper (SL), and Second Seating (2S)\u2014fully reserved COV rake (converted from DEMU stock)<\/li>\n
      • Coach type<\/strong>: Standard LHB coaches<\/strong>; two 2A coaches to be added<\/strong> replacing 3A Economy from March 2025 onward<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        \ud83d\udcca Snapshot Table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
        Feature<\/th>\nDetail<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
        Train Nos.<\/td>\n09568 (Okha \u2192 Tuticorin), 09567 (Reverse)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Frequency<\/td>\nWeekly (Fri & Sun departures)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Departure (Okha)<\/td>\n00:55 hrs, Friday<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Arrival (Tuticorin)<\/td>\n~04:30 hrs, Sunday (~2 days later)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Journey Time<\/td>\n~51 h 35 m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Distance<\/td>\n~2,711\u202fkm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Halts<\/td>\n~38 major stations<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Classes<\/td>\n2A, 3A, SL, 2S (reserved)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Coach Type<\/td>\nLHB rake with pantry car \/ e\u2011catering options<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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        \ud83d\udea8 Passenger Notes & Reddit Feedback<\/h2>\n
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        • Special trains have the lowest priority<\/strong>\u2014delays of 5\u201312+ hours are common<\/strong>, especially on long routes<\/li>\n
        • Many users report frequent and unpredictable lateness<\/strong>, complaining \u201cspecial trains\u2026 always delayed\u2026 no fix hours\u201d<\/li>\n
        • Although reserved service, many passengers say actual onboard comfort is inferior<\/strong>, and delays hamper itinerary planning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          \u2705 Final Thoughts & Tips<\/h2>\n
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          • Suitable for travelers needing a reserved berth on a long corridor when no regular Vivek Express seat is available<\/strong>, or when demand surges during high travel periods.<\/li>\n
          • Not ideal for those requiring timely travel\u2014limited utility due to frequent delays<\/strong> and longer runtime than the regular Vivek Express.<\/li>\n
          • Consider checking new 19568\/67 Vivek weekly express<\/strong>, which runs regularly and may offer better punctuality and confirmed availability.<\/li>\n
          • For your booking, check IRCTC seat availability<\/strong>, and monitor live running via NTES or Where Is My Train<\/strong>\u2014especially on the day of departure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            Would you like help viewing the station-wise timetable<\/strong>, or checking availability or past punctuality records<\/strong>, or alternatives on this route?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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