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Railway Connections

Daily and weekly train routes linking Mannargudi Terminus (MQ) to major Indian cities

Station Overview

The Mannargudi Railway Terminus (MQ) is a key branch terminal station under the Tiruchirappalli Railway Division of the Southern Railway zone. It is located near the eastern gateway of the town, providing excellent connectivity for pilgrims and business travelers.

The station was fully upgraded during gauge conversion and features broad-gauge lines. It has multiple platforms, clean waiting halls, retiring rooms, and ticket booking offices. Local transport stands (auto rickshaws and taxis) are located immediately outside the terminal entrance.

🎫 Booking Information

Tickets can be booked directly at the station's reservation counters or online through the official Indian Railways IRCTC portal. It is recommended to book overnight express trains like the Mannai Express in advance, especially during the annual festival seasons.

🚂 Key Direct Trains

Direct train services terminating at or starting from Mannargudi Terminus:

Chennai Egmore Mannai Express
Train No. 16180 — Daily Overnight Express
Tirupati (via Vellore) Pamani Express
Train No. 17408 — Three Days a Week (Tue, Thu, Sun)
Bhagat Ki Kothi (Rajasthan) Weekly Express
Train No. 16864 — Operates on Mondays
Tiruchirappalli (Trichy) DEMU Shuttles
Multiple daily services connecting Trichy Junction (TPJ).
Tiruvarur Junction Daily Shuttles
Regular passenger services connecting to the district headquarters.
Mayiladuthurai Express Shuttle
Daily rail connection via Nidamangalam.