What is the cheapest way to get from Aluva to Chidambaram?

The cheapest way to get from Aluva to Chidambaram is to train via Erode which costs ₹410 - ₹3,300 and takes 12h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aluva to Chidambaram?

The fastest way to get from Aluva to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 7h 24m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct bus between Aluva and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Aluva to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Aluva, Kerala and arriving at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Thrissur, Kerala and Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Aluva and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Aluva to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Aluva and arriving at Chidambaram via Erode Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 52m.

How far is it from Aluva to Chidambaram?

The distance between Aluva and Chidambaram is 572 km. The road distance is 473 km.

How do I travel from Aluva to Chidambaram without a car?

The best way to get from Aluva to Chidambaram without a car is to train via Erode which takes 12h 52m and costs ₹410 - ₹3,300.

How long does it take to get from Aluva to Chidambaram?

It takes approximately 12h 52m to get from Aluva to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aluva to Chidambaram bus from?

Aluva to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Parasuram Travels, depart from Aluva, Kerala station.

Where do I catch the Aluva to Chidambaram train from?

Aluva to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Aluva station.

Train or bus from Aluva to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Aluva to Chidambaram is to train via Erode which takes 12h 52m and costs ₹410 - ₹3,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 11m.

Where does the Aluva to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Aluva to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Parasuram Travels, arrive at Thrissur, Kerala station.

Where does the Aluva to Chidambaram train arrive?

Aluva to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Erode Jn station.

Can I drive from Aluva to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Aluva to Chidambaram is 473 km. It takes approximately 7h 24m to drive from Aluva to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 69+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

Aluva to Chidambaram - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Aluva to Chidambaram by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train via Erode
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1. Take the train from Aluva to Erode Jntrain 18190 / ...
2. Take the train from Erode Jn to Chidambaramtrain 16232
12h 52m
₹418–3,276
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aluva, Kerala to Thrissur, Keralabus
2. Take the bus from Thrissur, Kerala to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus
13h 11m
Drive 473 km
1. Drive from Aluva to Chidambaramcar 473 km
7h 24m
₹5,369–7,755
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aluva to Chidambaramtaxi 473 km
7h 24m
₹9,500–12,000
Fly to Pondicherry, bus
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane COK - PNY
2. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus
7h 47m
₹10,190–23,750
Train
1. Take the train from Aluva to Thanjavurtrain 16188
2. Take the train from Thanjavur to Chidambaramtrain 06018 / ...
13h 23m
₹422–3,331
Bus via Palani
1. Take the bus from Aluva to Palanibus
2. Take the bus from Palani, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Palani, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
14h 19m
Fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
2. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
7h 25m
₹5,340–11,910

Aluva to Chidambaram by train

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12h 52mAverage Duration

₹418Cheapest Price

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Distance: 572.1 km
Duration: 12h 52m

What companies run services between Aluva, India and Chidambaram, India?

You can take a train from Aluva to Chidambaram via Erode Jn in around 12h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aluva, Kerala to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Thrissur, Kerala and Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu in around 13h 11m.

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