Chennai to Mysore: Shatabdi Express Guide

Contents

1. Chennai to Mysore by Train
2. Once in Mysore
3. Tips for Traveling from Chennai to Mysore
4. Timetable
5. Frequently Asked Questions
6. Sources and background

Chennai to Mysore takes you from the Coromandel Coast to the royal city of Karnataka, with its grand palace, sandalwood scent and tree-lined boulevards. The best way to go is the daytime Shatabdi Express.

Chennai to Mysore by Train

The Shatabdi Express (12007) leaves Chennai Central at 06:00 and arrives at Mysuru Junction at 13:00. The return train (12008) leaves Mysuru at 14:15 and reaches Chennai Central at 21:25.^[1]

The Shatabdi is a fully air-conditioned chair-car train, so you see the landscape change from Tamil Nadu to Karnataka from your seat and arrive in time for the afternoon. The Chennai departure is early, so allow time to reach Chennai Central.

Once in Mysore

Mysuru Palace is the reason most visitors come. This Indo-Saracenic palace was built between 1897 and 1912,^[2] and it is open from 10:00 to 17:30.^[3] The palace is lit up on Sundays, public holidays and during Dasara, and photography is not allowed inside. The railway station is 1.9 km from the palace, so it is an easy ride by auto-rickshaw.^[2]

Tips for Traveling from Chennai to Mysore

Book trains early: The Shatabdi is popular, so reserve your seat as soon as your dates are fixed.
Check the station name: Mysore is written Mysuru on railway timetables and tickets.
Pack for air conditioning: The carriages are cold, so bring a light jacket or shawl.
Look out of the window: The daytime train passes lush Tamil Nadu countryside before rolling into the hills of Karnataka.
Agree the fare: Auto-rickshaws wait at the station in Mysore. Ask for the meter or agree the price before you start.

Timetable

Chennai - Mysore More info / Tickets

Flight Chennai - Mysore $ 42.35–42.48 1h 20m
→ Economy 17:25
Bus Chennai - Mysore $ 5.96–17.93 8h 50m – 12h 5m
→ AC Sleeper 16:30, 20:40, 21:50 → AC Seater 16:00, 19:50, 21:45, 22:00, 22:15, 22:45
Taxi Chennai - Mysore $ 204.13–305.26 6h 40m – 7h 33m
→ SUV 6pax → Hatchback 4pax → Sedan → Comfort 3pax → Van 6pax
Train Chennai - Mysore $ 5.41–31.47 6h 30m – 9h 25m
→ 2S - Second Sitting Class 13:35 → 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 21:15 → 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 21:15 → CC - AC Chair Class 06:00, 13:35, 17:00 → SL - Sleeper Class 21:15 → EA - Anubhuti Class (EA) 06:00 → EC - Extended AC Chair Class 06:00, 17:00

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Chennai to Mysore?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Chennai to Mysore, including current prices and schedules.

What is the best way to get from Chennai to Mysore?

The daytime Shatabdi Express (12007) is the best way. It leaves Chennai Central at 06:00 and arrives at Mysuru Junction at 13:00.

What time does the train back to Chennai leave Mysore?

The Shatabdi Express (12008) leaves Mysuru at 14:15 and reaches Chennai Central at 21:25.

Is Mysore the same as Mysuru?

Yes. Mysuru is the official spelling that Indian Railways uses on timetables and tickets.

Should I book my train ticket in advance?

Yes. The Shatabdi is a popular reserved train, so book as soon as your dates are fixed.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

[1] Indian Railways: Shatabdi Train Names with Details. Retrieved October 28, 2026.
[2] District Mysuru, Government of Karnataka: Mysuru Palace. Retrieved October 23, 2026.
[3] Mysuru Palace Board: Book Tickets: Mysuru Palace. Retrieved October 23, 2026.

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