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

The cheapest way to get from Arunachala to Chennai is to bus via Vellore which costs ₹230 - ₹1,000 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arunachala to Chennai is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs ₹2,000 - ₹3,000.

Is there a direct bus between Arunachala and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Arunachala to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Thiruvannamalai and arriving at Chennai Madhavaram via Tirupati. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Arunachala and Chennai?

No, there is no direct train from Arunachala to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Tiruvannamalai and arriving at Perambur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Arunachala to Chennai?

The distance between Arunachala and Chennai is 219 km. The road distance is 185.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Arunachala to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs ₹340 - ₹1,700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Arunachala to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arunachala to Chennai bus from?

Arunachala to Chennai bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Thiruvannamalai station.

Where do I catch the Arunachala to Chennai train from?

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

Train or bus from Arunachala to Chennai?

The best way to get from Arunachala to Chennai is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs ₹340 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus via Vellore, which costs ₹230 - ₹1,000 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Arunachala to Chennai bus arrive?

Arunachala to Chennai bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Vellore station.

Where does the Arunachala to Chennai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arunachala to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Arunachala to Chennai is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Arunachala to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1062+ hotels available in Chennai.

Arunachala to Chennai - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Arunachala to Chennai by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tiruvannamalai to Peramburtrain 22606 / ...
3h 42m
₹345–1,695
Bus via Vellore
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thiruvannamalai to Vellorebus
2. Take the bus from Tirupati to Chennai Madhavarambus
4h 46m
₹230–982
Drive 185.3 km
1. Drive from Arunachala to Chennaicar 185.3 km
2h 53m
₹2,075–2,997
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Arunachala to Chennaitaxi 185.3 km
2h 53m
₹4,100–5,000
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tiruvannamalai to Srm Universitybus
2. Take the train from Potheri Halt to Chennai Forttrain 40518 / ...
4h 49m
₹669–3,643
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tiruvannamalai to Chennai Airportbus
4h 53m
₹584–2,738

Arunachala to Chennai by bus and train

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Distance: 219.4 km
Duration: 3h 42m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Tiruvannamalai to Perambur 3 times a week. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thiruvannamalai to Chennai Madhavaram via Vellore and Tirupati in around 4h 46m.

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