What is the cheapest way to get from Alathur to Tamil Nādu?

The cheapest way to get from Alathur to Tamil Nādu is to train which costs ₹650 - ₹3,200 and takes 8h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alathur to Tamil Nādu?

The fastest way to get from Alathur to Tamil Nādu is to drive which takes 5h 18m and costs ₹3,800 - ₹6,000.

Is there a direct bus between Alathur and Tamil Nādu?

No, there is no direct bus from Alathur to Tamil Nādu. However, there are services departing from Mannargudi, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu via Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Alathur and Tamil Nādu?

No, there is no direct train from Alathur to Tamil Nādu. However, there are services departing from Pattukottai and arriving at Chennai Fort via Tambaram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Alathur to Tamil Nādu?

The distance between Alathur and Tamil Nādu is 345 km. The road distance is 342.8 km.

How do I travel from Alathur to Tamil Nādu without a car?

The best way to get from Alathur to Tamil Nādu without a car is to bus which takes 8h 4m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Alathur to Tamil Nādu?

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Alathur to Tamil Nādu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alathur to Tamil Nādu bus from?

Alathur to Tamil Nādu bus services, operated by New United Travels, depart from Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Alathur to Tamil Nādu train from?

Alathur to Tamil Nādu train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Pattukottai station.

Train or bus from Alathur to Tamil Nādu?

The best way to get from Alathur to Tamil Nādu is to bus which takes 8h 4m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹650 - ₹3,200 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Alathur to Tamil Nādu bus arrive?

Alathur to Tamil Nādu bus services, operated by New United Travels, arrive at Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Alathur to Tamil Nādu train arrive?

Alathur to Tamil Nādu train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tambaram station.

Can I drive from Alathur to Tamil Nādu?

Yes, the driving distance between Alathur to Tamil Nādu is 343 km. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Alathur to Tamil Nādu.

Where can I stay near Tamil Nādu?

There are 1056+ hotels available in Tamil Nādu.

Alathur to Tamil Nādu - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Alathur to Tamil Nādu by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
8h 4m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pattukottai to Tambaramtrain 20684
8h 20m
₹683–3,193
Drive 342.8 km
1. Drive from Alathur to Chennaicar 342.8 km
5h 18m
₹3,862–5,578
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alathur to Chennaitaxi 342.8 km
5h 18m
₹7,500–9,500
Train via Villupuram
1. Take the train from Pattukottai to Villupuram Jntrain 20684
2. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Tambaramtrain 17643 / ...
8h 27m
₹783–3,993
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pattukottai to Thiruvarur Jntrain 06198 / ...
2. Take the bus from Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
10h 8m

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Distance: 344.7 km
Duration: 8h 4m

What companies run services between Alathur, Tamil Nādu, India and Tamil Nādu, India?

New United Travels operates a bus from Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadu every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 6h 30m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Pattukottai to Tambaram 3 times a week. Tickets cost ₹240–1,900 and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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