Diwali 2026: Southern Railway Announces Two Special MEMU Trains Between Tambaram and Manamadurai

In view of the Diwali festive rush, Southern Railway has announced two special unreserved MEMU train services between Tambaram and Manamadurai to facilitate passenger travel.

The special trains will operate on November 6, 7 and 9, 2026, connecting Chennai`s Tambaram with several important stations across Tamil Nadu, including Chengalpattu, Melmaruvathur, Villupuram, Vriddhachalam, Ariyalur, Tiruchirappalli, Dindigul and Madurai.

Both special services will have 12 MEMU coaches.

1. Train No. 06161 / 06162 – Tambaram–Manamadurai Special

Train No. 06161: The unreserved MEMU special will depart from Tambaram at 5.30 PM on Friday, November 6, 2026, and reach Manamadurai at 3.45 AM on Saturday, November 7.

Train No. 06162: The return service will depart from Manamadurai at 6.30 AM on Saturday, November 7, and arrive at Tambaram at 3.45 PM on the same day.

Major Stoppages and Timings:

2. Train No. 06159 / 06160 – Tambaram–Manamadurai Special

Train No. 06159: The unreserved MEMU special will depart from Tambaram at 4.35 PM on Saturdayay, November 7, 2026, and reach Manamadurai at 1.45 AM on Sunday, November 8.

Train No. 06160: The return service will depart from Manamadurai at 10.00 PM on Monday, November 9, and arrive at Tambaram at 8.30 AM on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.

Major Stoppages and Timings:

12-Coach MEMU Services for Festival Travellers

These additional unreserved MEMU services are expected to provide more travel options for passengers travelling between Chennai and southern Tamil Nadu during the Diwali festive period.

Passengers are advised to check the latest train timings and operational updates through official Southern Railway announcements before commencing their journey.