Chennai-Bengaluru-Mysuru Bullet Train High Speed Rail: Know Route Map, Fares & Latest Updates

The Chennai-Mysore High-Speed Rail (CBM Bullet Train) project encompasses a proposed 435 km High-Speed Rail line, connecting Chennai, Bangalore (Bengaluru), and Mysore (Mysuru) with nine stations in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The project cost is currently pending finalization.

This initiative is the sixth among six new high-speed rail corridors outlined by the Government of India in 2019. The basic tendering activity commenced in December 2020, aiming to prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR) to initiate construction.

The HSR line's Right of Way (ROW) is designated as 17.5m +/- 5m as required.

Key Figures:

• Operational: 0 km
• Under Construction: 0 km
• Proposed: 435 km

System Specifications:

• Maximum Speed: 350 kmph
• Operational Speed: 320 kmph
• Average Speed: 250 kmph
• Track Gauge: Standard Gauge - 1435mm
• Signaling: DS-ATC
• Train Capacity: 750 passengers
• Traction: 25 KV AC overhead catenary (OHE)
• Safety: Urgent Earthquake Detection and Alarm System (UrEDAS) for automatic breaking in case of an earthquake

Chennai-Mysore HSR Route Information:

• Length: 435 km
• Type: Elevated, Underground & At-Grade
• Number of Stations: 9
• Station Names: Chennai, Poonamallee, Arakkonam, Chittor, Bangarapet, Bengaluru, Chennapatna, Mandya, and Mysuru

Chennai-Mysore HSR Route Map: Key Cities And Stops Along the Route

The Mysore-Bengaluru-Chennai Bullet Train project will encompass the following stations along its route:

• Chennai
• Poonamallee
• Arakkonam
• Chittor
• Bangarapet
• Bengaluru
• Chennapatna
• Mandya
• Mysore

Chennai-Mysore HSR Fares (Prices):

The fare structure is yet to be finalized but is expected to be 1.5 times the existing first-class AC fare on the Indian Railways' current service. The line's official fare structure, prices, and rules are expected to be finalized closer to the start of commercial operations.