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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Anchal is to train which costs ₹650 - ₹3,200 and takes 13h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Anchal is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 31m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Anchal?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Anchal. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Ayoor via Theni. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Anchal?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Anchal. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Punalur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 7m.

How far is it from Chennai to Anchal?

The distance between Chennai and Anchal is 692 km. The road distance is 676.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Anchal without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 13m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,800.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Chennai to Anchal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Anchal bus from?

Chennai to Anchal bus services, operated by National Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Anchal train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Anchal?

The best way to get from Chennai to Anchal is to train which takes 13h 7m and costs ₹650 - ₹3,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 18h 28m.

Where does the Chennai to Anchal bus arrive?

Chennai to Anchal bus services, operated by National Travels, arrive at Theni, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Anchal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Anchal?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Anchal is 676 km. It takes approximately 10h 15m to drive from Chennai to Anchal.

Where can I stay near Anchal?

There are 21+ hotels available in Anchal.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Anchal by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the taxi from Trivandrum (TRV) to Anchaltaxi
3h 31m
₹6,913–11,972
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Punalurtrain 16101
13h 7m
₹651–3,134
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Melmaruvatturtrain 12605 / ...
2. Take the bus from Melmaruvathur to Punalurbus
8h 13m
₹1,200–3,783
Drive 676.3 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Anchalcar 676.3 km
10h 15m
₹7,587–10,958
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Theni, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Theni, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Theni to Ayoorbus
18h 28m

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

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1h 13mAverage Duration

₹5,814Cheapest Price

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Distance: 691.9 km
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Anchal, Kerala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Punalur once daily. Tickets cost ₹370–2,800 and the journey takes 12h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Anchal via Theni, Tamil Nadu, Theni, and Ayoor in around 18h 28m.

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