What is the cheapest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar?

The cheapest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar is to train which costs ₹900 - ₹4,000 and takes 10h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar?

The fastest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 4m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹19,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai Central Station and Kayathar?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at FlixBus Kayathar - Toll Gate via Madurai and FlixBus Kovilpatti - Bypass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai Central Station and Kayathar?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar. However, there are services departing from Chennai Park and arriving at Kadambur via Chennai Egmore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 37m.

How far is it from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar?

The distance between Chennai Central Station and Kayathar is 592 km. The road distance is 576.9 km.

How do I travel from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar without a car?

The best way to get from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar without a car is to train which takes 10h 37m and costs ₹900 - ₹4,000.

How long does it take to get from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai Central Station to Kayathar bus from?

Chennai Central Station to Kayathar bus services, operated by Thirumalaivasan Transports, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai Central Station to Kayathar train from?

Chennai Central Station to Kayathar train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train or bus from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar?

The best way to get from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar is to train which takes 10h 37m and costs ₹900 - ₹4,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Madurai, which costs and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Chennai Central Station to Kayathar bus arrive?

Chennai Central Station to Kayathar bus services, operated by Thirumalaivasan Transports, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai Central Station to Kayathar train arrive?

Chennai Central Station to Kayathar train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kadambur station.

Can I drive from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai Central Station to Kayathar is 577 km. It takes approximately 8h 35m to drive from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar.

Where can I stay near Kayathar?

There are four+ hotels available in Kayathar.

Chennai Central Station to Kayathar - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar by plane, taxi, train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the taxi from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Kayathartaxi
4h 4m
₹8,313–18,372
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Kadamburtrain 12693
10h 37m
₹927–3,926
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Madurai to Kovilpattibus
12h 2m
Drive 576.9 km
1. Drive from Chennai Central Station to Kayatharcar 576.9 km
8h 35m
₹6,498–9,386
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai Central Station to Kayathartaxi 576.9 km
8h 35m
₹12,000–16,000
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Kayathar - Toll Gatebus FlixBus IN5530 / ...
13h 21m
₹1,098–3,176

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR) flights

35Weekly Planes

2h 7mAverage Duration

₹7,162Cheapest Price

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Distance: 592.1 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Chennai Central Station, India and Kayathar, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Kadambur once daily. Tickets cost ₹330–2,500 and the journey takes 9h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Chennai Central Station to Kayathar via Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, Madurai, Kovilpatti, FlixBus Kovilpatti - Bypass, and FlixBus Kayathar - Toll Gate in around 12h 2m.

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