To cater to the heightened travel demand during the upcoming annual feast at Velankanni and the much-awaited Onam Festival, a joint effort by the South Western Railway and Southern Railway has led to the introduction of special train services. The announcement was made today, outlining the details of the special trains scheduled for these occasions.
Train No. 07361 / 07362 Vasco Da Gama - Velankanni - Vasco Da Gama Special Express:
Train No. 07361 Vasco Da Gama - Velankanni Special Express is set to depart from Vasco Da Gama at 21:55 hrs on Sunday, Friday, and Wednesday, specifically on 27th August 2023, 1st September 2023, and 6th September 2023. The train is expected to reach Velankanni at 03:50 hrs on the third day of the journey.
Conversely, Train No. 07362 Velankanni - Vasco Da Gama Special Express will initiate its journey from Velankanni at 01:20 hrs on Wednesday, Monday, and Saturday, notably on 30th August 2023, 4th September 2023, and 9th September 2023. The train is scheduled to reach Vasco Da Gama at 08:00 hrs on the subsequent day.
The special trains are strategically designed to halt at key stations along the route, ensuring convenient access for passengers. These stations include Madgaon Jn., Sanvordem Curchorem, Kulem, Castle Rock, Londa Jn., Dharwad, Hubballi, SMM Haveri, Ranibennur, Harihar, Davangere, Chikjajur Jn., Birur Jn., Arsikere Jn., Tiptur, Tumakuru, SMVT Bengaluru, White Field, Bangarapet, Salem Jn., Rasipuram, Namakkal, Karur Jn., Tiruchirappalli Jn., Thanjavur Jn., Tiruvarur Jn. and Nagappattinam Jn. stations.
Composition: Total 18 Coaches - 2 Tier AC - 01 Coaches, 3 Tier AC - 07 Coaches, Sleeper - 08 Coaches, SLR - 02.