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MAS/MGR Chennai Central (12 PFs)
Local Name: Chennai Central, Madras Central,MGR Central
पुरट्चि तलैवर डाॅ. एम. जी. रामचंद्रन (चेन्नै) सेंट्रल
புரட்சித் தலைவர் டாக்டர் எம்.ஜி. இராமச்சந்திரன் (சென்னை ) மத்திய

Track: Quadruple Electric-Line

Updated: Sep 06 (18:34)


MGR Chennai Central (MAS) is a major railway station in Chennai, India, serving as a central hub for the Southern Railway zone. It boasts 12 platforms, making it a bustling transportation center. The station is known for its vibrant atmosphere, offering various amenities like food stalls, shops, and waiting areas.

Tourism

Kapaleeshwarar Temple: A historic Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its intricate architecture.
Parthasarathy Temple: A prominent temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, with a unique chariot festival.
San Thome Basilica: A Roman Catholic basilica built over the tomb of Saint Thomas, one of the apostles of Jesus.
St. Mary's Church: A historic Anglican church dating back to the 17th century.
The Marina: A sprawling beach that offers stunning views and a peaceful ambiance.

Food

Saravana Bhavan: A popular South Indian vegetarian restaurant known for its dosas and idlis.
A2B (Adyar Ananda Bhavan): Offers a wide range of South Indian vegetarian dishes, including their famous filter coffee.
Sangeetha: A well-established chain serving authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine.
Krishna Sweets: A popular spot for sweets and snacks, also known for its vegetarian meals.
Ratna Cafe: A local favorite offering delicious vegetarian South Indian fare at affordable prices.
Number of Platforms: 12
Number of Halting Trains: 12
Number of Originating Trains: 76
Number of Terminating Trains: 77

Station Address

Kannappar Thidal, Station Rd, Periyamet, Chennai Central 600003
State: Tamil Nadu
Elevation: 3 m above sea level
Type: Terminus
Category: NSG-1
Zone: SR/Southern
Division: MGR Chennai
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Jan 19 (06:28)   22651/MGR Chennai Central - Palakkad Jn. SF Express (PT) | MAS/MGR Chennai Central (12 PFs)
Prav
Prav   3 blog posts
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The coach order seems to have been reversed in this train recently. The AC coaches are now just behind the engine i.e. at the far end when boarding at Chennai Central. Passengers travelling by AC coaches need to walk a long distance at Chennai Central and all stations beyond Dindigul Jn (as the rake is reversed there).

It is not clear if this is a temporary or permanent change.
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Dec 12 2022 (14:09)   20607/MGR Chennai Central - Mysuru Vande Bharat Express | MAS/MGR Chennai Central (12 PFs)
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Great:Great information..👌👌👍👍 _/\_:Detailed Information. 🙏 Useful Great _/\_:Lip smacking! 😋😋😋😋 Useful Useful Great Useful Great
20607 Chennai Mysuru Vande Bharat Executive Chair Car Breakfast Menu:
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1. Newspaper distributed before departure at MAS.
2. Water bottle given after departure from MAS. Water bottles are given to passengers boarding from KPD as well.
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Tea/Coffee (as per passenger's choice) is served along with oatmeal cookies around 6:20 AM. Passengers have the option to have the beverage in a paper cup or porcelain cup.
4. Post tea/coffee, cornflakes is served along with hot milk and sugar at around 6:30 AM.
5. When the train nears Ambur at around 8:00 AM, breakfast is served along with a hand sanitizer sachet.
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Veg breakfast contents: Kesari, Pongal and Uthappam with Sambar, Chutney and Salt sachet. Also, Britannia Choco Muffills Cake and a small tetra pack of Tender Coconut Water(in place of flavoured juices) finds a place in the breakfast. Wooden spoon is used in place of stainless steel spoon.
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After completion of main course, passengers are given a big and fresh banana.
6. Tea/coffee is served after breakfast either in porcelain or paper cup (as per passenger's choice).
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Pics attached.

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Agree Thanks:Thanks❤️ Agree Agree Agree
Very detailed information. Good report. ♥️
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Thanks:Thank you for your effort. ♥️ Great
I already mentioned it in my trip but it was in bits and pieces and also very brief. Thought it would be useful if I compiled it in a single post.
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Jun 18 2021 (23:28)   03351/Dhanbad - Alappuzha Special (PT) | MAS/MGR Chennai Central (12 PFs)
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Cleanliness in very worst in this train . Short distance travel peoples no need to book this train

Without booking ticket peoples always travel in this train , that peoples occupy door and pathways

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not carry that peoples

Very dirty train at MAS . Toilets are not cleaned , Very Dirty smell coaches .
Halt MAS at 25 minutes . But not cleaned .

People travel From MAS to other locations in this train . Please dont book this train , choose another train .

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Apr 03 2021 (21:56)   MAS/MGR Chennai Central (12 PFs)
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Chennai central food court
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Oct 16 2018 (06:54)   12295/Sanghamitra SF Express (PT) | MAS/MGR Chennai Central (12 PFs)
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Charting Stations for going towards Danapur (Patna)
1. SBC BENGALURU (5 AM)
2. Vijayawada (6:30 PM)
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The Charting is done along with Bengaluru at 5 am for intermediate stations :-
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Chennai
Ongole
ie. All stations before Vijayawada
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#AVAILABILITY STATUS :-
GENERAL QUOTA SEAT AVAILABILITY FOR Danapur if booked from :-
1. Katpadi
2. Chennai
3. Ongole
ie. All stations before Vijayawada

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