What is the cheapest way to get from Ambur to Chennai?

The cheapest way to get from Ambur to Chennai is to bus via Vellore which costs ₹330 - ₹600 and takes 4h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ambur to Chennai?

The fastest way to get from Ambur to Chennai is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs ₹170 - ₹1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Ambur and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ambur and arriving at Chennai. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ambur and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ambur and arriving at Perambur. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Ambur to Chennai?

The distance between Ambur and Chennai is 176 km. The road distance is 186.8 km.

How do I travel from Ambur to Chennai without a car?

The best way to get from Ambur to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs ₹170 - ₹1,400.

How long does it take to get from Ambur to Chennai?

The train from Ambur to Perambur takes 2h 16m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Ambur to Chennai bus from?

Ambur to Chennai bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, depart from Ambur station.

Where do I catch the Ambur to Chennai train from?

Ambur to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ambur station.

Train or bus from Ambur to Chennai?

The best way to get from Ambur to Chennai is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs ₹170 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹340 - ₹900 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Ambur to Chennai bus arrive?

Ambur to Chennai bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Chennai station.

Where does the Ambur to Chennai train arrive?

Ambur to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Perambur station.

Can I drive from Ambur to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambur to Chennai is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Ambur to Chennai.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ambur to Chennai?

Book your Ambur to Chennai bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

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Ambur to Chennai - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ambur to Chennai by train, bus (Flixbus), car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ambur to Peramburtrain 12676 / ...
2h 16m
₹170–1,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ambur to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
3h 45m
₹340–900
Drive 186.8 km
1. Drive from Ambur to Chennaicar 186.8 km
2h 43m
₹2,094–3,025
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ambur to Chennaitaxi 186.8 km
2h 43m
₹4,600–5,500
Bus via Vellore
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Ambur - Bus Stand to FlixBus Vellore - Bypassbus FlixBus IN4312 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tirupati to Chennai Madhavarambus
4h 9m
₹333–583

Ambur to Chennai by train

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Distance: 176.5 km
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Ambur, India and Chennai, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Ambur to Perambur every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, SLGT Travels operates a bus from Ambur to Chennai every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 3h 45m. Three other operators also service this route.

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