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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Arcot is to bus via Cmbt which costs ₹270 - ₹600 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Arcot is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Arcot?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Ranipet, Tamil Nadu. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Arcot?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Arcot. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Walajah Road Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Chennai to Arcot?

The distance between Chennai and Arcot is 116 km. The road distance is 116.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Arcot without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Chennai to Arcot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Arcot bus from?

Chennai to Arcot bus services, operated by Sankara Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Arcot train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Arcot?

The best way to get from Chennai to Arcot is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹250 - ₹550 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Chennai to Arcot bus arrive?

Chennai to Arcot bus services, operated by Sankara Travels, arrive at Ranipet, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Arcot train arrive?

Chennai to Arcot train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Walajah Road Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Arcot?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Arcot is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Chennai to Arcot.

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

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Where can I stay near Arcot?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Walajah Road Jntrain 12675 / ...
1h 34m
₹555–1,602
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Ranipet, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Ranipet, Tamil Nadu
2h 30m
₹250–550
Drive 116.1 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Arcotcar 116.1 km
1h 41m
₹1,306–1,886
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Arcottaxi 116.1 km
1h 41m
₹2,900–3,500
Bus via Cmbt (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Arcot - Bypassbus FlixBus IN4317 / ...
3h 4m
₹270–598

Chennai to Arcot by bus

120Weekly Buses

2h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 116 km
Duration: 1h 34m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Walajah Road Jn every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹140–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, Sankara Travels operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Ranipet, Tamil Nadu hourly, and the journey takes 2h 30m. FlixBus India also services this route once daily.

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