Tamil Nadu Sampark Kranti Express

Tamil Nadu Sampark Kranti Express
WAP-1 Pulls TN Sampark Kranti Express
Overview
Service type	Sampark Kranti Express
Locale	Tamilnadu
Current operator(s)	Southern Railways
Route
Start	Madurai Junction
Stops	13
End	Hazrat Nizamuddin
Distance travelled	2,676 km (1,663 mi)
Average journey time	42 Hours 5 min
Service frequency	Bi-weekly
Train number(s)	12651/12652
On-board services
Class(es)	3 AC, 2 AC, 1 AC, SL, UR.
Seating arrangements	Yes
Sleeping arrangements	Yes
Catering facilities	Yes
Observation facilities	Large windows
Entertainment facilities	Yes
Technical
Track gauge	1,676 mm (5 ft 6 in)
Operating speed	63 km/h (39 mph) average with halts
Timetable number(s)	7 / 7A[1]
Route map

The Tamil Nadu Sampark Kranti Express (Train Codes: 12651/12652) is one of the Sampark Kranti Express trans, operating on India's broad gauge network that connects Madurai (code: MDU) and Hazrat Nizamuddin (code: NZM), a distance of approximately 2,676 kilometres (1,663 mi) in 42 hours & 5 mins maintaining an average speed of 63 Km/h.

Overview

This bi-weekly train was introduced to provide a quicker journey from New Delhi to Tamil Nadu. Southern Railway began operating the train on September 16, 2004. The train links the southern part of Tamil Nadu with the national capital along with Thirukkural Express.

Coach Composition

Present coach composition comprises 2-SLR coaches, 2-II/General coaches, 2- AC 3 Tier Coaches, 1-AC 2 Tier Coach, 1-Pantry and 8-Sleeper Coaches. During the summer extra coaches are provided based on need.

Locomotives Used

1).Madurai to Hazrat Nizamuddin and return - Electric traction – WAP-1

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