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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Akkur is to train via Vaithisvarankoil which costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,600 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Akkur is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs ₹2,800 - ₹4,200.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Akkur?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Akkur. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Tharangambadi, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Akkur?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Akkur. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Sirkazhi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Chennai to Akkur?

The distance between Chennai and Akkur is 283 km. The road distance is 254.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Akkur without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Chennai to Akkur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Akkur bus from?

Chennai to Akkur bus services, operated by Swarnam Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Akkur train from?

Chennai to Akkur train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Akkur?

The best way to get from Chennai to Akkur is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Chennai to Akkur bus arrive?

Chennai to Akkur bus services, operated by Swarnam Travels, arrive at Tharangambadi, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Akkur train arrive?

Chennai to Akkur train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Sirkazhi station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Akkur?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Akkur is 254 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Chennai to Akkur.

Where can I stay near Akkur?

There are 57+ hotels available in Akkur.

Chennai to Akkur - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Akkur by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Sirkazhitrain 09419 / ...
4h 37m
₹1,003–2,542
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Tharangambadi, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Tharangambadi, Tamil Nadu
6h 47m
Drive 254.3 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Akkurcar 254.3 km
4h 20m
₹2,860–4,131
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Akkurtaxi 254.3 km
4h 20m
₹5,500–7,000
Bus via Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu
6h 49m
Train via Vaithisvarankoil
1. Take the train from Perambur to Vaithisvarankoiltrain 09419
7h 11m
₹1,008–2,530

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Distance: 282.8 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Akkur, Tamil Nādu, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Sirkazhi every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹200–1,600 and the journey takes 4h 14m. Alternatively, Swarnam Travels operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Tharangambadi, Tamil Nadu hourly, and the journey takes 6h 35m.

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