Travelling across southern Tamil Nadu on weekends will now be easier and more comfortable. How? Well, Southern Railway is all set to launch a revolutionary overnight train specifically designed for weekend travel across Tamil Nadu. This train will connect Tambaram to Bodinayakkanur. This direct overnight route will reduce travel time and also improve comfort. Here’s more about this new overnight train for weekend travel across Tamil Nadu
Southern Railway Launches Overnight Train In Tamil Nadu
Perfect For Weekend Travellers
This new revolutionary overnight train launched by Southern Railways will connect Tambaram to Bodinayakkanur with key stops across major towns. The service will be a stress-free alternative for pilgrims, commuters, and weekend travellers traveling between Chennai and other southern districts.
The new train service will operate on selected Saturdays exclusively, especially for travellers who opt for overnight journeys and weekend trips. Train no. 06059 will leave from Tambaram at 10:30 PM on
- 23 May, 2026
- 30 May, 2026
- 6 June, 2026
- 13 June, 2026
And it will arrive at Bodinayakkur at 11:15 AM on the next day, that is Sunday.
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The return service of this train will leave Bodinayakkur at 4:45 PM on
- 24 May, 2026
- 31 May, 2026
- 7 June, 2026
- 14 June, 2026
And it will reach Tambaram at 6:30 AM on the next day, that is Monday.
The train timings are designed accurately designed so that the journey is overnight, offering more daytime availability the next day upon arrival.
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Offers Regional Integration
The route of this new train connecting Tambaram to Bodinayakkanur has many important stops.
- Chengalpattu
- Tirupadripulyur
- Villupuram
- Chidambaram
- Peralam
- Mayiladuthurai
- Thiruvarur
- Tiruchchirapalli
- Kodaikanal Road
- Thanjavur
- Dindigul
- Madurai
- Andipatti
- Usilampatti
The train connects multiple districts, offering regional integration. With this service, the journey across Tamil Nadu becomes more efficient and less time-consuming. It helps weekend travellers, pilgrims, and tourists to complete the journey overnight and use a major part of the day for business, sightseeing, or visiting temples.
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Summing Up
Southern Railway has introduced a new overnight train service that connects Tambaram and Bodinayakkanur. It is a weekend special train that promotes regional tourism by offering regional integration. Passengers can easily complete their journey overnight and enjoy their day later on arrival.
