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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Aihole is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹4,500 and takes 13h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Aihole is to fly and train which takes 7h 26m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹19,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Aihole?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Aihole. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Amingad via Bengaluru and Ilkal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Aihole?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Aihole. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Badami via Hospet Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 50m.

How far is it from Chennai to Aihole?

The distance between Chennai and Aihole is 785 km. The road distance is 657.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Aihole without a car is to train which takes 13h 50m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹4,500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Chennai to Aihole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Aihole bus from?

Chennai to Aihole bus services, operated by Hans Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Aihole train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Aihole?

The best way to get from Chennai to Aihole is to train which takes 13h 50m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹4,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,700 - ₹7,000 and takes 17h 19m.

Where does the Chennai to Aihole bus arrive?

Chennai to Aihole bus services, operated by Hans Travels, arrive at Bengaluru station.

Where does the Chennai to Aihole train arrive?

Chennai to Aihole train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Hospet Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Aihole?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Aihole is 657 km. It takes approximately 10h to drive from Chennai to Aihole.

Where can I stay near Aihole?

There are 19+ hotels available in Aihole.

Chennai to Aihole - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Chennai to Aihole by plane, train, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly to Hubli Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Hubli Airport (HBX)plane MAA - HBX
2. Take the train from Hubli Jn to Badamitrain
7h 26m
₹9,090–18,418
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Hospet Jntrain 17314
2. Take the train from Hospet Jn to Badamitrain 11140 / ...
13h 50m
₹1,075–4,471
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Ilkal Bypassbus redbusIndia_NON A/C Sleeper
17h 19m
₹1,709–6,985
Drive 657.1 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Aiholecar 657.1 km
10h
₹7,339–10,601
Fly to Belgaum Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Belgaum Airport (IXG)plane MAA - IXG
2. Take the bus from R.T.O. to Guledgudd Bus Standbus
8h 59m
₹9,300–17,008
Fly to Jindal Vijaynagar Airport, taxi, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Jindal Vijaynagar Airport (VDY)plane MAA - VDY
2. Take the taxi from Jindal Vijaynagar Airport (VDY) to Hospetetaxi
3. Take the bus from Hospete to Ilkalbus
7h 49m
₹6,335–17,446
Bus via Vellore
1. Take the bus from Chennai Madhavaram to Tirupatibus
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Vellore - Bypass to FlixBus Bengaluru Majestic - Flixbus Boarding Zonebus
3. Take the bus from Anand Rao Circle to Amingadbus
19h 33m
₹1,412–2,982

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Hubli Airport (HBX) flights

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3h 5mAverage Duration

₹8,123Cheapest Price

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Distance: 785 km
Duration: 7h 26m

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

You can take a train from Chennai Central to Aihole via Hospet Jn and Badami in around 13h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chennai to Aihole via Bengaluru, Ilkal Bypass, Ilkal, and Amingad in around 17h 19m.

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