# Chennai Trains

> Time table of Chennai local trains ( Offline).

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.rail.chennai](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.rail.chennai)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.rail.chennai`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Jane Juje Fernandes
- **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL
- **Downloads:** 435,374
- **Version:** 2.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-14
- **First published:** 2012-06-16
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 7.28 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rail.chennai)
- **Website:** [https://anjaleenaoliver.wixsite.com/](https://anjaleenaoliver.wixsite.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://anjaleenaoliver.wixsite.com/svjk/chennaisub](https://anjaleenaoliver.wixsite.com/svjk/chennaisub)

## Description

Chennai Trains is a user-friendly Chrome extension providing comprehensive details about Chennai local trains. It allows users to access offline timetables, search trains between stations or by train number, and get live running status updates. The extension features real-time 'Where is My Train?' tracking and live station information. Users can also view passing by trains, share the app with friends, rate it, and engage in discussions via the connected Facebook link for support and updates. This tool is essential for daily commuters and travelers looking for quick and reliable Chennai train information.

## Rankings

- #107,862 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.rail.chennai.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users find Chennai Trains app generally user friendly and useful for accessing train information offline in Chennai. However, several reviews complain about outdated or missing timetable data, absence of live train status and running location tracking, and difficulty in identifying exact trains due to large unfiltered lists. Some users miss previous route-wise train selection features. Overall, while the app is appreciated for its basic functionality, critical updates for timings and live tracking are needed to improve user experience.

### Pros

- User friendly interface according to multiple users
- Provides offline service for train schedule access
- Serves as a primary app to find Chennai train timings
- Contains useful features for route-wise train selection, though some users want it back
- App is simple and useful for finding trains in the Chennai area

### Cons

- Train timetables are often outdated or incorrect
- Lack of live train status or running location tracking
- App is slow and sometimes difficult to navigate due to large train lists
- Missing or incomplete schedule data for certain trains or routes
- Concerns about unnecessary permissions like access to photos

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.rail.chennai)