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16 June 2026
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12621
Tamil Nadu Express
Chennai Central → Delhi H Nizamuddin · 2-night journey. Booking opens 60 days before the train departs Chennai Central, at 8:00 AM IST.
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Route & halts
11 commercial halts. Booking for the whole run opens on the same date — 60 days before departure from Chennai Central.
MASChennai Central
Origin · Day 1BZAVijayawada Jn
Day 2WLWarangal
Day 2BPQBalharshah
Day 2NGPNagpur
Day 2ETItarsi Jn
Day 2BPLBhopal Jn
Day 2JHSJhansi Jn
Day 3GWLGwalior Jn
Day 3AGCAgra Cantt
Day 3NZMDelhi H Nizamuddin
Day 3FAQ
When does booking open for 12621?
60 days in advance, at 8:00 AM IST, counted from the day Tamil Nadu Express departs Chennai Central. Pick your departure date above for the exact day.
Does my boarding station change the booking date?
No — the window is anchored to the origin (Chennai Central). Everyone on a given run can book from the same date, wherever they board.
How fast does Tamil Nadu Express sell out?
Popular trains can fill within minutes of 8 AM, especially around festivals. Set a reminder above so you're ready the moment booking opens.
Not affiliated with IRCTC or Indian Railways. Route data is indicative — always confirm on the official IRCTC site. Short-ARP trains may differ; this assumes the standard 60-day window.