SUMMER SPECIAL- 06013 / 06014 Thiruvananthapuram Central - Madar Junction

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Today, we are looking at one of the longest seasonal special routes running via the Konkan Railway network: Train 06013 Thiruvananthapuram Central (TVC) to Madar Junction (MDJN) Special and its return counterpart, Train 06014. In my latest video, I captured some incredible trackside action, platform arrivals, and an authentic station announcement at Kannur (CAN)!

📺 Watch the 06013 / 06014 Action at Kannur

Catch the crisp station announcement, the majestic arrival of 06013, and the high-speed crossing of 06014 in full HD below

📍 The Spotting Location: Kannur Station (CAN)

Kannur is a major railhead in the Southern Railway (SR) zone. It serves as a fantastic railfanning location due to its clean platform lines, clear visibility for approaching trains, and the steady echo of diesel and electric locomotives bouncing off the station roof.

📢 The Arrival Announcement of 06013

There is nothing more nostalgic for an Indian railfan than a clear station announcement. My video starts with the iconic “May I have your attention please...” chime, alerting passengers of the approaching 06013 Thiruvananthapuram to Madar Special Fare Summer Special.

🚂 Video Breakdown & Highlights

1. 06013 TVC to MDJN Special Arriving at Kannur

The video captures the train pulling into Platform 3 at Kannur Station. Running with an ICF Rake, the train had a long journey ahead, covering a massive distance of 2,817 kilometers across 7 Indian states.

• Scheduled Arrival at Kannur: 16:37
• Locomotive: WAG-9HC VATVA

2. 06014 Madar to Thiruvananthapuram Special Passing By

Next up in the video is the return service—Train 06014 Madar Junction to Thiruvananthapuram Central Special. Watching this long-distance companion train zoom past the main lines with its matching ICF livery is an absolute treat for trackside spotters.

📊 Train Overview: 06013 / 06014 Special

For passengers planning to book a ticket on this route via the Konkan line, here is the quick schedule:

Train Number	Origin	Destination	Running Days	Travel Time
06013	Thiruvananthapuram (TVC)	Madar Jn (MDJN)	Wednesdays	51h 15m
06014	Madar Jn (MDJN)	Thiruvananthapuram (TVC)	Saturdays	51h 05m

🚉 Halts

Kollam Junction, Kayankulam Junction, Mavelikara, Tiruvalla, Changanasseri, Kottayam, Ernakulam Town, Aluva, Thrisur, Shoranur Junction, Tirur, Kozhikkode, Kannur, Kasaragod, Mangalore Junction, Surathkal, Udupi, Kundapura, Mookambika Road Byndoor(H), Murdeshwar, Kumta, Karwar, Madgaon Junction, Thivim, Sawantwadi Road, Kankavli, Ratnagiri, Sangameshwar Road, Chiplun, Khed, Mangaon, Roha, Panvel, Vasai Road, Vapi, Surat, Vadodara Junction, Godhra Junction, Ratlam Junction, Mandasor, Nimach, Chittaurgarh Junction, Bhilwara, Bijainagar, Ajmer Junction

📌 Only Rail Talks Verdict

Special trains like the 06013 / 06014 are a lifeline during peak summer travel seasons. Spotting them in Kerala, before they conquer the Konkan routes and venture up into Rajasthan, is always an incredible experience for any railfan.

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Which one do you prefer catching on camera: the 06013 arrival or the 06014 high-speed pass? Let me know in the comments section below!

📌For train timing and info check NTES