The 22651/22652 MGR Chennai Central - Palakkad Superfast Express is a daily express train between MGR Chennai Central (MAS) and Palakkad Junction railway station (PGT) by Southern Railways via Palani. This is the only train that connects Palani, Udumalaipettai & Pollachi with the state capital Chennai. The train covers a distance of 672km (418mi) at an average speed of 57km/h (35mph).

History

Initially, the train ran between Chennai Central and Palani. It was later extended up to Pollachi Junction as a special train between Palani and Pollachi. In 2017, the train was further extended up to Palakkad Junction, thus serving two states - Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

Route

The train operates from Chennai Central to Palakkad Junction via Arakkonam Junction, Katpadi Junction, Jolarpet Junction, Salem Junction, Karur Junction, Dindigul Junction, Pollachi Junction.

Coach composition

It runs with ICF-CBC coaches.

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