New Weekly Tirupati to Chikmagalur Train Announced – Full Route & Timings
Tirupati to Chikmagalur weekly express train announced. Check route, timings, stops, and benefits of this new railway service. Book early.
🚆 New Weekly Tirupati to Chikmagalur Express Train Announced
The Indian Railways Board has approved a new weekly express train connecting Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh and Chikmagalur in Karnataka. This train will improve direct connectivity between the Rayalaseema region and the coffee capital of India, Chikmagalur. The services will be jointly managed by the South Central Railway (Guntakal Division) and the South Western Railway (Mysore Division).
📅 Weekly Train Schedule
| Direction | Train No. | Departure | Arrival | Days | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tirupati → Chikmagalur | 17423 | Thursday at 9:00 PM | Friday at 10:30 AM | Weekly | 13.5 Hours |
| Chikmagalur → Tirupati | 17424 | Friday at 5:30 PM | Saturday at 7:00 AM | Weekly | 13.5 Hours |
🗺️ Complete Route & Station Stops
The weekly express will halt at the following major stations:
- Pakala
- Chittoor
- Katpadi
- Jolarpettai
- Kuppam
- Bangarapet
- Whitefield
- Krishnarajapuram
- Bengaluru East
- Chikkabanavara
- Tumakuru
- Tiptur
- Arsikere
- Devanur
- Birur
- Kadur
- Basilehalli
- Sakrayapatna
- Chikmagalur (Final Stop)
💡 Why This Train Is Important
- Boosts tourism and pilgrimage: Tirupati for devotees, Chikmagalur for nature lovers
- Time-saving: Overnight journey makes it convenient
- Strong regional connection: Helps students, traders, and tech employees from both states
- New travel option: Adds to affordable rail transport for Karnataka–Andhra travelers
🎯 Who Benefits Most?
- Pilgrims heading to Tirumala or Mysore side temples
- Students from Karnataka studying in Andhra colleges
- Coffee estate visitors and trekkers heading to Chikmagalur
- Tech workers traveling to/from Bengaluru suburbs
🛎️ Facilities Expected Onboard
- Sleeper and General coaches
- Pantry service or local food vendors (tentative)
- Clean toilets and charging ports
- Luggage racks and secure compartments
- Advance reservation via IRCTC
📌 Launch Date
Although official dates are yet to be released, the train is expected to start operations in July 2025. The order was issued by Vivek Kumar Sinha, Joint Director, Coaching Division, Railway Board.
