Southern Railway announces special trains between Chennai and Kollam for Sabarimala pilgrims
In view of the anticipated increase in passenger traffic during the Sabarimala pilgrimage season, Southern Railway has announced special train services between Dr MGR Chennai Central and Kollam from November 2026 to January 2027.
Train Nos. 06119 and 06120, operating as Dr MGR Chennai Central–Kollam–Dr MGR Chennai Central Express Specials, will run 10 services in each direction, providing additional travel options for pilgrims and other passengers.
According to the schedule announced by Southern Railway, Train No. 06119 will depart from Dr MGR Chennai Central at 3.10 pm on Wednesdays and operate towards Kollam. In the return direction, Train No. 06120 will depart from Kollam at 10.40 am on Thursdays towards Dr MGR Chennai Central.
The special trains will have a composition of 16 AC Three-Tier Economy coaches and two luggage-cum-brake vans, catering to passengers travelling between Tamil Nadu and Kerala during the pilgrimage season.
Advance reservations for these special services will open at 8 am on November 7, 2026, through the railway reservation system and authorised booking channels.
The additional services are expected to benefit thousands of devotees travelling to Kerala for the annual Sabarimala pilgrimage, while also providing greater connectivity between Chennai and Kollam during the busy season.
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