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Amrit Bharat Express launch: Kerala set to get 3 new trains this week – check routes, stoppages

Amrit Bharat Express launch check routes, stoppages and key stations: The Amrit Bharat Express trains have been introduced to provide safe and reliable long distance travel for the common passenger at an affordable fare.

3 min readUpdated: Jan 21, 2026 09:05 PM IST

These new Amrit Bharat Express trains will be operated and maintained by the Southern Railway (SR) zone. (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Amrit Bharat Express trains launch, Amrit Bharat Express launch in Kerala: Kerala is set to get three new Amrit Bharat Express trains this week. These new trains will further improve inter-state connectivity and support regional mobility. The Amrit Bharat Express trains have been introduced to provide safe and reliable long distance travel for the common passenger at an affordable fare.

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Kerala Amrit Bharat Express route

All the three Amrit Bharat rakes have reached Thiruvananthapuram. These new trains will be operated and maintained by the Southern Railway (SR) zone. These new Amrit Bharat Express trains will run on following routes:

Thiruvananthapuram Central-Tambaram Amrit Bharat Express
Thiruvananthapuram North-Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express
Nagercoil Jn-Mangaluru Jn Amrit Bharat Express

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Thiruvananthapuram Central–Tambaram Amrit Bharat Express: Stoppages

The train number 16122/16121 Thiruvananthapuram Central-Tambaram-Thiruvananthapuram Central Amrit Bharat Express will enhance inter-state mobility between Kerala and Tamil Nadu. During its journey, the train will halt at 15 stations. These are: Kulitturai, Nagercoil Town, Valliyur, Tirunelveli, Satur, Kovilpatti, Virudunagar, Madurai, Dindigul, Tiruchchirappalli, Srirangam, Ariyalur, Vriddhachalam, Villupuram and Chengalpattu.

Thiruvananthapuram North-Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express: Stoppages

The train number 17042/17041 Thiruvananthapuram North-Charlapalli-Thiruvananthapuram North Amrit Bharat Express will improve connectivity between Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. During its journey, the train will halt at 29 stations. These are: Varkala Shivagiri, Kollam, Karunagappalli, Kayamkulam, Mavelikara, Chenhannur, Tiruvalla, Changanassery, Kottayam, Ernakulam Town, Aluva, Thrissur, Palakkad, Coimbatore, Tirppur, Erode, Salem, Jolarpettai, Katpadi, Tiruttani, Renigunta, Nellore, Ongole, Bapatla, Tenali, Guntur, Sattenapalle, Miryalaguda and Nalgonda.

Nagercoil Jn-Mangaluru Jn Amrit Bharat Express: Stoppages

The train number 16329/16330 Nagercoil Jn–Mangaluru Jn Amrit Bharat Express will connect Tamil Nadu with coastal Karnataka through Kerala, strengthening west coast rail connectivity. During its journey, the train will stop at 20 stations. These are: Kasaragod, Kannur, Thalassery, Kozhikode, Tirur, Shoranur, Thrissur, Aluva, Ernakulam Town, Kottayam, Changanassery, Tiruvalla, Chengannur, Mavelikara, Kayamkulam, Karunagappalli, Kollam, Sivagiri, Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram Central.

Anish Mondal

Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More

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