Southern Railway isn’t messing around this Ramzan. They’ve rolled out special trains to handle the festival rush, and they’re doing midnight runs too. Smart move.
The trains will connect major cities across Southern India during late March 2025, when thousands of people travel to be with family. These special services are a big deal for anyone trying to get home without the usual headache of overcrowded coaches.
Midnight Departures Keep Things Moving
Check out these late-night timings:
| Train Number | Route | Departure Time | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06027 | Chennai Central to Podanur | 11:50 PM | March 28, 2025 |
| 06028 | Podanur to Chennai Central | 11:30 PM | March 31, 2025 |
Yep, you’re reading that right. Midnight journeys. Perfect for those who don’t mind sleeping on a train and waking up at their destination. Less traffic on the tracks at night too.
More Than Just Night Trains
It’s not all about burning the midnight oil. There are evening options too:
- 06037 Tambaram to Kanyakumari departs at 6:00 PM on March 28
- 06038 Kanyakumari to Tambaram leaves at 8:30 PM on March 31
The Tiruchchirappalli-Tambaram special (06048/06047) will run for three straight days – March 29, 30, and 31. That’s peak festival time.
What’s On These Trains?
The coaches vary depending on which train you catch:
- Tambaram-Kanyakumari special: 14 sleeper coaches, 2 general, and 2 second class coaches
- Tiruchchirappalli-Tambaram special: 2 AC chair cars, 10 second class chairs, 6 general coaches, and 2 second class coaches
They’ve even added extra coaches to the regular 22624 Madurai-Tambaram express. Southern Railway clearly knows how packed these trains get during festivals.
Why This Matters
Ramzan creates a massive surge in travel. Families reunite, people head to religious sites, and the regular train schedule just can’t handle it. These special trains fill that gap. For more information about special train services, you can check the official special trains list.
“The special trains have been carefully scheduled to align with key Ramzan dates,” said a Southern Railway official. “We’re trying to ensure everyone can reach their destinations comfortably.”
The midnight departures are particularly smart. They maximize railway capacity by using track time that would otherwise sit empty.
Bottom Line
If you’re traveling for Ramzan in Southern India, these special trains could save your plans. The midnight journeys from Coimbatore region (Podanur) to Chennai and back might seem inconvenient at first glance, but they make sense.
You board, you sleep, you wake up where you need to be. No wasted daylight hours on a train. No scrambling for last-minute tickets on regular services.
Just remember to double-check the exact timings before you head to the station. These are special services with specific dates. Miss them, and you’re stuck with whatever regular options remain – if any.
Southern Railway’s midnight specials aren’t just trains. For many families this Ramzan, they’re the difference between celebration together or celebration apart.
