What is the cheapest way to get from Bengaluru to IIT Madras?

The cheapest way to get from Bengaluru to IIT Madras is to bus via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu Canara Bank which costs ₹700 - ₹1,600 and takes 7h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bengaluru to IIT Madras?

The fastest way to get from Bengaluru to IIT Madras is to bus and fly which takes 4h 10m and costs ₹4,200 - ₹6,000.

Is there a direct bus between Bengaluru and IIT Madras?

No, there is no direct bus from Bengaluru to IIT Madras. However, there are services departing from Shanti Nagar and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Anna University via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu Canara Bank. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bengaluru and IIT Madras?

No, there is no direct train from Bengaluru to IIT Madras. However, there are services departing from Ksr Bengaluru and arriving at Taramani via Chennai Park Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Bengaluru to IIT Madras?

The distance between Bengaluru and IIT Madras is 380 km. The road distance is 324.1 km.

How do I travel from Bengaluru to IIT Madras without a car?

The best way to get from Bengaluru to IIT Madras without a car is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs ₹550 - ₹3,000.

How long does it take to get from Bengaluru to IIT Madras?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Bengaluru to IIT Madras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to IIT Madras bus from?

Bengaluru to IIT Madras bus services, operated by KSRTC, depart from Shanti Nagar station.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to IIT Madras train from?

Bengaluru to IIT Madras train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ksr Bengaluru station.

Train or bus from Bengaluru to IIT Madras?

The best way to get from Bengaluru to IIT Madras is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs ₹550 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu Canara Bank, which costs ₹700 - ₹1,600 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Bengaluru to IIT Madras bus arrive?

Bengaluru to IIT Madras bus services, operated by KSRTC, arrive at Chennai Koyambedu station.

Where does the Bengaluru to IIT Madras train arrive?

Bengaluru to IIT Madras train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Central station.

Can I drive from Bengaluru to IIT Madras?

Yes, the driving distance between Bengaluru to IIT Madras is 324 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Bengaluru to IIT Madras.

Where can I stay near IIT Madras?

There are 1031+ hotels available in IIT Madras.

Bengaluru to IIT Madras - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Bengaluru to IIT Madras by train, bus, car, taxi, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ksr Bengaluru to Chennai Centraltrain 12658 / ...
6h 32m
₹579–3,002
Bus via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu Canara Bank
1. Take the bus from Shanti Nagar to Chennai Koyambedubus
7h 20m
₹738–1,533
Drive 324.1 km
1. Drive from Bengaluru to IIT Madrascar 324.1 km
4h 29m
₹3,138–4,532
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bengaluru to IIT Madrastaxi 324.1 km
4h 29m
₹7,500–9,500
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane BLR - MAA
4h 10m
₹4,264–5,666
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Bengaluru - Ananda Rao Circle to FlixBus Chennai - Velacherybus FlixBus IN4310 / ...
8h 41m
₹822–2,060

Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

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Distance: 379.8 km
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Bengaluru, India and IIT Madras, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Ksr Bengaluru to Chennai Central every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹230–1,900 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, KSRTC operates a bus from Shanti Nagar to Chennai Koyambedu hourly. Tickets cost ₹480–1,200 and the journey takes 6h 4m.

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