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11 Jun 2024

The Chennai Egmore Kollam Express (16101) is a daily train service that connects Chennai Egmore (MS) in Tamil Nadu to Kollam Junction (QLN) in Kerala. This train journey spans 763 kilometres, passing through 24 major railway stations, and takes approximately 14 hours and 20 minutes to complete. The train offers multiple class coaches, including Sleeper (SL), Third AC (3A), and Second AC (2A), providing a range of options for passengers.

The journey begins at Chennai Egmore at 17:00 and ends at Kollam Junction at 07:20 the next day. Key stops along the route include Tambaram, Chengalpattu, Villupuram Junction, Tiruchirappalli Junction, Dindigul Junction, Madurai Junction, Virudunagar Junction, and Punalur. The starting price to book a ticket on this train is Rs. 450 for the Sleeper class.

The train consists of multiple coaches and offers a total of 24 stops. The peak travel seasons for this route are during summer and winter holidays, and it is advisable to reserve tickets at least 30 days in advance to ensure availability. Book train tickets from Bajaj Finserv and get offers, deals, and discounts.

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Chennai Egmore Kollam Express (16101) timings and schedule

Below is the schedule of the Chennai Egmore Kollam Express:

Station

Arrival

Departure

Halt Time

Chennai Egmore (MS)

17:00

-

-

Tambaram (TBM)

17:28

17:30

2 minutes

Chengalpattu (CGL)

17:55

18:00

5 minutes

Villupuram Junction (VM)

19:20

19:25

5 minutes

Ulundurpet (ULU)

19:52

19:53

1 minute

Vriddhachalam Junction (VRI)

20:05

20:07

2 minutes

Tiruchirappalli Junction (TPJ)

21:50

21:55

5 minutes

Dindigul Junction (DG)

23:02

23:05

3 minutes

Madurai Junction (MDU)

00:10

00:15

5 minutes

Virudunagar Junction (VPT)

01:13

01:15

2 minutes

Sivakasi (SVKS)

01:37

01:38

1 minute

Srivilliputtur (SVPR)

02:03

02:05

2 minutes

Rajapalayam (RJPM)

02:23

02:25

2 minutes

Sankarankovil (SNKL)

02:59

03:00

1 minute

Kadayanallur (KDNL)

03:11

03:12

1 minute

Tenkasi Junction (TSI)

03:25

03:30

5 minutes

Sengottai (SCT)

03:50

03:55

5 minutes

Punalur (PUU)

04:20

04:25

5 minutes

Auvaneeswaram (AVS)

04:40

04:41

1 minute

Kottarakara (KKZ)

04:50

04:51

1 minute

Kundara (KUV)

05:01

05:02

1 minute

Kollam Junction (QLN)

07:20

-

-

 

Prices and details of MS QLN Express

The MS QLN Exp 16101 train serves customers with three classes of coaches – AC 2-Tier (2A), AC 3 Tier (3A), and Sleeper Class. Prices for each are mentioned in the table below:

Coach class

Starting fare (Rs. )

Sleeper Class (SL)

405

3A

1,100

2A

1,575


*Ticket prices may vary. Kindly visit IRCTC and confirm the prices before booking your ticket.

Major stations with over 5 minutes of halt time

Here are the stations with halt timing of over 5 minutes:

Station

Arrival

Departure

Halt Time

Chengalpattu (CGL)

17:55

18:00

5 minutes

Villupuram Junction (VM)

19:20

19:25

5 minutes

Tiruchirappalli Junction (TPJ)

21:50

21:55

5 minutes

Madurai Junction (MDU)

00:10

00:15

5 minutes

Tenkasi Junction (TSI)

03:25

03:30

5 minutes

Sengottai (SCT)

03:50

03:55

5 minutes

Punalur (PUU)

04:20

04:25

5 minutes

 

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Frequently asked questions

How much distance is covered by Chennai Egmore Kollam Express?

The Chennai Egmore Kollam Express (16101) covers an approximate distance of 763 KM.

What is the total journey time taken by the Chennai Egmore Kollam Express?

The MS QLN Exp takes up to 14h 20m to complete a journey.