What is the cheapest way to get from Chennai to Ajanta Caves?

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Ajanta Caves is to train and taxi which costs ₹1,800 - ₹7,000 and takes 24h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Ajanta Caves?

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Ajanta Caves is to fly and taxi which takes 7h 5m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹20,000.

How far is it from Chennai to Ajanta Caves?

The distance between Chennai and Ajanta Caves is 1035 km. The road distance is 1147.6 km.

How do I travel from Chennai to Ajanta Caves without a car?

The best way to get from Chennai to Ajanta Caves without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 24h 26m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Chennai to Ajanta Caves?

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Chennai to Ajanta Caves, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chennai to Ajanta Caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Ajanta Caves is 1148 km. It takes approximately 17h 12m to drive from Chennai to Ajanta Caves.

Where can I stay near Ajanta Caves?

There are seven+ hotels available in Ajanta Caves.

Chennai to Ajanta Caves - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chennai to Ajanta Caves by plane, taxi, bus, train, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU)plane MAA - IXU
2. Take the taxi from Aurangabad Airport (IXU) to Ajanta Cavestaxi
7h 5m
₹11,913–19,072
Train, taxi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Jalgaon Jntrain
2. Take the train from Jalgaon Jn to Pachora Jntrain
3. Take the taxi from Pachora Jn to Ajanta Cavestaxi
24h 41m
₹1,828–6,954
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Hyderabad, Telanganabus
2. Take the bus from Hyderabad, Telangana to Aurangabadbus
3. Take the taxi from Aurangabad to Ajanta Cavestaxi
24h 26m
Drive 1,147.6 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Ajanta Cavescar 1,147.6 km
17h 12m
₹12,946–18,699

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU) flights

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6h 7mAverage Duration

₹10,050Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chennai to Ajanta Caves.

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Distance: 1,034.5 km
Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Ajanta Caves, India?

There is no direct connection from Chennai to Ajanta Caves. However, you can take the line 06721 train to Trisulam, walk to Chennai International Airport (MAA) airport, fly to Aurangabad Airport (IXU), then take the taxi to Ajanta Caves. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Hyderabad, Telangana, take the bus to Aurangabad, then take the taxi to Ajanta Caves.

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