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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Ambur is to bus via Vellore which costs ₹330 - ₹600 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Ambur is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs ₹170 - ₹1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Ambur?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chennai and arriving at Ambur. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Ambur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Ambur. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Chennai to Ambur?

The distance between Chennai and Ambur is 182 km. The road distance is 187.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Ambur without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs ₹170 - ₹1,400.

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

The train from Chennai Central to Ambur takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Ambur bus from?

Chennai to Ambur bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Ambur train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Ambur?

The best way to get from Chennai to Ambur is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs ₹170 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹340 - ₹1,400 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Chennai to Ambur bus arrive?

Chennai to Ambur bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Ambur station.

Where does the Chennai to Ambur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Ambur?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Ambur is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Chennai to Ambur.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chennai to Ambur?

Book your Chennai to Ambur bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ambur?

There are 108+ hotels available in Ambur.

Chennai to Ambur - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Ambur by train, bus (Flixbus), car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Amburtrain 22625 / ...
2h 15m
₹170–1,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Amburbus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
3h 45m
₹340–1,400
Drive 187.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Amburcar 187.7 km
2h 44m
₹2,104–3,039
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Amburtaxi 187.7 km
2h 44m
₹4,700–6,000
Bus via Vellore
1. Take the bus from Chennai Madhavaram to Tirupatibus
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Vellore - Bypass to FlixBus Ambur - Bus Standbus FlixBus IN4312 / ...
4h 43m
₹332–592

Chennai to Ambur by train

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Distance: 182.1 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Ambur every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, SLGT Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Ambur hourly, and the journey takes 3h 45m. Four other operators also service this route.

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