Tamil Nadu Sampark Kranti Express
Overview | |||||
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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] | ||||
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The Tamil Nadu Sampark Kranti Express (Train Codes: 12651/12652) is one of the Sampark Kranti Express trains, operating on India's broad gauge network that connects Madurai (code: MDU) and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station in Delhi (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 (39 mph).
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 16 September 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.
References
- ↑ "Time Table of Madurai - Hazrat Nizamuddin Sampark Kranti Express" (PDF). Indian Railways. Southern Railway zone. pp. 37 (87), 41 (91). Retrieved 2 February 2014.