What is the cheapest way to get from Chennai (Region) to Palani?

The cheapest way to get from Chennai (Region) to Palani is to bus via M.G.R. Koyambedu which costs ₹500 - ₹1,500 and takes 11h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai (Region) to Palani?

The fastest way to get from Chennai (Region) to Palani is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 44m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai (Region) and Palani?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chennai and arriving at Palani. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai (Region) and Palani?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Palani. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Chennai (Region) to Palani?

The distance between Chennai (Region) and Palani is 487 km. The road distance is 474.7 km.

How do I travel from Chennai (Region) to Palani without a car?

The best way to get from Chennai (Region) to Palani without a car is to train via Dindigul which takes 7h 52m and costs ₹380 - ₹3,100.

How long does it take to get from Chennai (Region) to Palani?

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Chennai (Region) to Palani, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai (Region) to Palani bus from?

Chennai (Region) to Palani bus services, operated by Mr.Holidays, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai (Region) to Palani train from?

Chennai (Region) to Palani train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train or bus from Chennai (Region) to Palani?

The best way to get from Chennai (Region) to Palani is to train via Dindigul which takes 7h 52m and costs ₹380 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Chennai (Region) to Palani bus arrive?

Chennai (Region) to Palani bus services, operated by Mr.Holidays, arrive at Palani station.

Where does the Chennai (Region) to Palani train arrive?

Chennai (Region) to Palani train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Dindigul Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai (Region) to Palani?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai (Region) to Palani is 475 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Chennai (Region) to Palani.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chennai (Region) to Palani?

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Where can I stay near Palani?

There are 500+ hotels available in Palani.

Chennai (Region) to Palani - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 11 ways to get from Chennai (Region) to Palani by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Dindigul
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Dindigul Jntrain 12635 / ...
2. Take the train from Dindigul Jn to Palanitrain 22651 / ...
7h 52m
₹385–3,006
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Palanitrain 22651
8h 55m
₹310–2,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Palanibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper / ...
9h 45m
Drive 474.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai (Region) to Palanicar 474.7 km
6h 54m
₹5,327–7,694
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai (Region) to Palanitaxi 474.7 km
6h 54m
₹10,000–13,000
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
2. Take the train from Podanur Jn to Palanitrain
5h 49m
₹5,564–12,713
Bus via M.G.R. Koyambedu
1. Take the bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Palanibus Chennai - Palani
11h 27m
₹508–1,425
Fly to Cochin International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the taxi from Kochi-Airport-COK to Palanitaxi
5h 44m
₹9,334–15,043
Fly to Salem, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Palanitrain
7h 32m
₹6,074–11,983
Fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Dindigul Jntrain
3. Take the train from Dindigul Jn to Palanitrain
6h 22m
₹5,794–10,243
Fly to Madurai, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM)plane MAA - IXM
2. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Palanitrain
7h 16m
₹5,219–9,278

Chennai (Region) to Palani by train

31Weekly Trains

7h 52mAverage Duration

₹385Cheapest Price

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Distance: 487.3 km
Duration: 7h 52m

What companies run services between Chennai (Region), India and Palani, India?

You can take a train from Chennai Egmore to Palani via Dindigul Jn in around 7h 52m. Alternatively, Mr.Holidays operates a bus from Chennai to Palani 4 times a day, and the journey takes 9h 45m. Nine other operators also service this route.

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