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

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Mayiladuturai Jtrain train 22675 / ...
    5h 15m
    ₹760–2,247

  2. Bus via Chennai

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Chennai to Kumbakonambus bus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Seater /Sleeper
    8h 49m
    ₹465–1,796

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Kumbakonambus bus Chennai - Kumbakonam
    8h 40m
    ₹485–2,015

  4. Drive  254.9 km

    1. Drive from Chennai to Anaikaraicar car 254.9 km
    4h 4m
    ₹2,473–3,571

  5. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Anaikaraitaxi taxi 254.9 km
    4h 4m
    ₹5,500–7,000

  6. Fly, train

    1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane plane MAA - TRZ
    2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Aduturaitrain train
    5h 57m
    ₹6,050–12,198

Chennai to Anaikarai by bus and foot

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration8h 40mAverage Duration
Ticket₹485Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 309 km
  • Duration: 5h 15m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Mayiladuturai J every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹210–1,600 and the journey takes 4h 48m. Alternatively, IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Kumbakonam once daily. Tickets cost ₹460–1,400 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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