Narasapur–Chennai Vande Bharat Express: Train Number, Fare, Schedule, Route and Key Details
Indian Railways is set to boost semi-high-speed rail connectivity between Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu with the launch of the Narasapur–Chennai Vande Bharat Express. The new service will start commercial operations from December 15, offering faster travel, limited halts and modern onboard facilities for passengers.
While the Vande Bharat service from Narasapur to Chennai will begin on December 15, the Chennai to Narasapur service will commence from December 17. This extension is expected to significantly reduce journey time and improve intercity connectivity along the busy coastal corridor.
Official announcement by Southern Railway
According to Southern Railway, the existing Dr MGR Chennai Central–Vijayawada Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 20677/20678) will be extended up to Narasapur.
Train No. 20677 (Dr MGR Chennai Central–Vijayawada Vande Bharat Express), which runs six days a week except Tuesdays, will be extended to Narasapur from December 17, 2025. Train No. 20678 (Vijayawada–Dr MGR Chennai Central Vande Bharat Express) will be inaugurated and extended to run from Narasapur starting December 15, 2025.
Narasapur–Chennai Vande Bharat: Distance and travel time
The Narasapur–Chennai Vande Bharat Express will cover a distance of approximately 655 kilometres in around 8 hours and 55 minutes, making it one of the fastest rail options on this route.
Narasapur–Chennai Vande Bharat stoppages
During its journey between Dr MGR Chennai Central and Narasapur, the Vande Bharat Express will halt at seven key stations:
Renigunta Junction Nellore Ongole Tenali Junction Vijayawada Junction Gudivada Junction Bhimavaram Town
These stops ensure connectivity for major cities and towns across Andhra Pradesh.
Narasapur–Chennai Vande Bharat timetable
Train No. 20677 (Chennai → Narasapur) Departs Dr MGR Chennai Central at 05:30 hrs Arrives at Narasapur at 14:10 hrs Train No. 20678 (Narasapur → Chennai) Departs Narasapur at 14:50 hrs Reaches Dr MGR Chennai Central at 23:45 hrs
Why this Vande Bharat train matters
The introduction of the Narasapur–Chennai Vande Bharat Express is expected to benefit daily commuters, business travellers and tourists by offering shorter travel time, improved comfort and reliable scheduling, strengthening rail links between coastal Andhra Pradesh and Chennai.
