About 12631/32 Nellai Express

The 12631/12632 Nellai Express is one of the most popular superfast trains operated by the Southern Railway zone of Indian Railways. This train connects Chennai Egmore and Tirunelveli, providing fast and reliable rail connectivity across Tamil Nadu. Named after Tirunelveli, which is locally known as “Nellai,” the train has been serving passengers for decades and remains a preferred choice for business travelers, students, tourists, and daily commuters.

Train number 12631 runs from Chennai Egmore to Tirunelveli, while train number 12632 operates in the reverse direction. During its journey, the train passes through important railway stations such as Tambaram, Chengalpattu, Villupuram Junction, Tiruchirappalli Junction, Dindigul Junction, Madurai Junction, Virudhunagar, Sattur, and Kovilpatti before reaching its destination. The train covers a distance of about 650 kilometers in nearly 10 to 11 hours, making it one of the fastest overnight trains on this route.

The Nellai Express runs daily and offers multiple travel classes, including AC First Class, AC 2 Tier, AC 3 Tier, Sleeper Class, and General coaches. The train currently operates with modern LHB coaches, which provide better safety, improved riding comfort, and a smoother travel experience. Passengers can also access facilities such as charging points, reserved berths, luggage space, and clean washrooms throughout the journey.

The train is especially popular among passengers travelling between Chennai, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai, and Tirunelveli. Its convenient overnight schedule allows travelers to save daytime hours while reaching their destination comfortably.

Passengers travelling on the Nellai Express can also order fresh and hygienic food in train through TravelKhana. The service delivers restaurant-style meals directly to train seats at major stations along the route. Travelers can enjoy South Indian meals, biryani, North Indian thalis, Jain food, snacks, and beverages during their journey.

Highlights of Nellai Express –

12631/Nellai Express, Chennai to Tirunelveli Route, Schedule & Time Table –

12632/Nellai Express, Tirunelveli to Chennai Route, Schedule & Time Table –

12631/32 Nellai Express Fare and Coach Position Seat Map

Train Coach Position And Seat Layout Class:-

Second Tire AC Coach(2A):-

Third Tier AC coach(3A):-

Sleeper Class(SL):-

Unreserved Second Class Compartment(GS):-

Stands for Seating cum Luggage Rake(SLR):-