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TBM/Tambaram (10 PFs)
ताम्बरम
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Track: Quadruple Electric-Line

Updated: Jul 28 2023 (22:54)
Tambaram Railway Station (TBM) is a major junction in the Chennai Suburban Railway Network, located in Tambaram, Chennai. It boasts 10 platforms, making it a crucial hub for commuters. The station offers basic amenities like ticket counters, waiting rooms, and restrooms, along with a bustling market area outside the station offering a glimpse into local life.

Tourism

The ancient temple of Lord Shiva, known as the Tambaram Shiva Temple, is a popular pilgrimage site.
The Parthasarathy Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna, is another popular pilgrimage site.
The Velankanni Church is a renowned Catholic church, attracting devotees from across the city.
The Tambaram Jain Temple is a peaceful and serene place for meditation and worship.
The Tambaram Mosque is a prominent mosque, serving the local Muslim community.

Food

Annapurna Hotel is a popular spot for traditional South Indian vegetarian meals.
Saravana Bhavan offers a wide variety of vegetarian snacks and meals.
Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant serves delicious vegetarian dishes in a clean and comfortable setting.
Hotel Woodlands offers a diverse menu of vegetarian options, including North Indian and Chinese cuisines.
Krishna Vegetarian Restaurant is a local favorite for its authentic South Indian vegetarian fare.

Station Address

Grand Southern Trunk Road, Tambaram East, Tambaram, Chengalpattu Dist - 600045
State: Tamil Nadu

Elevation: 33 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-1
Zone: SR/Southern   Division: MGR Chennai


Number of Platforms: 10
Number of Halting Trains: 82
Number of Originating Trains: 16
Number of Terminating Trains: 16
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Rating: 3.9/5 (120 votes)
cleanliness - good (17)
porters/escalators - good (15)
food - good (15)
transportation - excellent (15)
lodging - good (14)
railfanning - good (15)
sightseeing - good (14)
safety - good (15)

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Jun 09 2020 (11:48)   TBM/Tambaram (10 PFs)
nambi83
nambi83   362 blog posts
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Chandrasekar Biriyani shop is famous one at Tambaram.Located opposite to Vasan eye care hospital near National Theatre. My favorite menu in this shop is Mutton Biriyani. Do try if u visit Tambaram
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Oct 04 2018 (02:10)   20691/Tambaram - Nagercoil Antyodaya SF Express | TBM/Tambaram (10 PFs)
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Yesterday my friend travelled in this train.some pics of this train.

One important tip is that board this train before 10pm bcoz after that people will sleep in the long seats.
For railfans window seats are easily available.
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Apr 06 2018 (22:49)   TBM/Tambaram (10 PFs)
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Emergency medical centre: Location, facilities available, contact details
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Sep 06 2019 (20:32)   TBM/Tambaram (10 PFs)
nambi83
nambi83   362 blog posts
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IRCTC Food Plaza available at West entrance adjacent to platform1.
Ganga sweets, Hotel Saravana Bhavan,Mc Donalds,Madurai Kumar Mess food outlets available.
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Jun 06 2015 (13:55)   TBM/Tambaram (10 PFs)
nambi83
nambi83   362 blog posts
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Tambaram has totally 8 platforms.

Platform 1 & 2 & 3 for suburban trains going towards Beach Station.

Platform 3 & 4 for Chengalpattu & Tirumalpur(Kanchipuram) bound suburban trains.
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Platform 5 & 6 for all express trains and fast Suburban trains towards Chennai Egmore.

Platform 7 & 8 for all express trains towards Madurai, Rameswaram & Kanniyakumari.

Canteens, Book stall, Avin Milk Parlour available at Platform 1 & 2.

Cool drinks and small shops available at platform 7 & 8.

Waiting hall and Toilets, ATM's available at western side of the entrance.


Reservation counter and Ticket booking counters available at west side of the entrance close to Platform 1.

Ticket booking counters also available at eastern side of the entrance.

Escalator is available at Platform 1A western side and eastern side of entrance.

Location for western side of the entrance was close to RPF police station.

If u want to go to main Bus stand exit towards western side of the entrance(close to platform 1) and take subway.

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Oct 28 2015 (11:50)
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Anyone will get buses to southern part of tamilnadu like salem, madurai, kumbhakonam, thanjavur etc from just outside the railway stn(PF 1 end). At the other side of railway station you will get direct buses to OMR, Shollingnallur, Velachery, Thiruvanmiyur, Sirusery IT Park etc(PF 8 end).
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Nov 21 2017 (14:49)
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Will be de-boarding pandian and have to board:15 atleast for which I must get the 4:20 Sub urban to MSB. Can I know the exact location of ticket counter. I know I can go till MS in Pandian but want to de board at TBM because according to Scheduled, I have more time to take ticket and board at TBM than in MS
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Nov 21 2017 (16:47)
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Climb the steps go to west side exit and u will see UTS counters at the entrance of station.
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Nov 21 2017 (20:57)
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Pf1?
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Nov 22 2017 (08:36)
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The west side end of fob will lead to PF1 and exit u go to exit there will be ticket counter
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