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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Arachalur is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹2,600 and takes 5h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Arachalur is to fly and train which takes 4h 29m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Arachalur?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Arachalur. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Erode, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Arachalur?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Arachalur. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Erode Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Chennai to Arachalur?

The distance between Chennai and Arachalur is 415 km. The road distance is 400.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Arachalur without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Chennai to Arachalur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Arachalur bus from?

Chennai to Arachalur bus services, operated by Krish Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Arachalur train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Arachalur?

The best way to get from Chennai to Arachalur is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Chennai to Arachalur bus arrive?

Chennai to Arachalur bus services, operated by Krish Travels, arrive at Erode, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Arachalur train arrive?

Chennai to Arachalur train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Erode Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Arachalur?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Arachalur is 401 km. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Chennai to Arachalur.

Where can I stay near Arachalur?

There are 35+ hotels available in Arachalur.

Chennai to Arachalur - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Chennai to Arachalur by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Erode Jntrain 12623 / ...
5h 39m
₹732–2,509
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Erode, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Erode, Tamil Nadu
8h 1m
Drive 400.8 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Arachalurcar 400.8 km
6h 17m
₹4,519–6,527
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Arachalurtaxi 400.8 km
6h 17m
₹8,500–11,000
Fly to Salem, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Erode Jntrain
4h 29m
₹5,073–12,912
Bus via Salem
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Salem, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Erode, Tamil Nadubus Salem, Tamil Nadu - Erode, Tamil Nadu
8h 10m
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Coimbatore - Chitra Circle to FlixBus Perundurai - Vijayamangala Toll Plazabus
5h 24m
₹5,943–11,172
Fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Ingurtrain
7h 26m
₹6,733–10,322

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV) flights

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1h 10mAverage Duration

₹4,090Cheapest Price

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Distance: 415.3 km
Duration: 5h 39m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Erode Jn hourly. Tickets cost ₹250–2,000 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Krish Travels operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Erode, Tamil Nadu every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 7h 40m.

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