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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Arrah is to train which costs ₹950 - ₹7,500 and takes 39h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Arrah is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹20,000.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Arrah?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Perambur and arriving at Ara. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39h 52m.

How far is it from Chennai to Arrah?

The distance between Chennai and Arrah is 1554 km. The road distance is 1817.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Arrah without a car is to train via Mughal Sarāi which takes 36h 30m and costs ₹950 - ₹7,500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Chennai to Arrah, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Arrah train from?

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

Train or fly from Chennai to Arrah?

The best way to get from Chennai to Arrah is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹20,000. Alternatively, you can train via Mughal Sarāi, which costs ₹950 - ₹7,500 and takes 36h 30m.

Where does the Chennai to Arrah train arrive?

Chennai to Arrah train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Arrah?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Arrah is 1817 km. It takes approximately 27h 45m to drive from Chennai to Arrah.

Where can I stay near Arrah?

There are three+ hotels available in Arrah.

Chennai to Arrah - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly Chennai International Airport to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT)plane MAA - PAT
5h 1m
₹9,400–19,288
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Aratrain 12295 / ...
39h 52m
₹950–7,500
Train via Mughal Sarāi
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn.train 12390
2. Take the train from Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. to Aratrain 03252 / ...
36h 30m
₹960–7,282
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Bhubaneswar, Odishabus
2. Take the bus from Bhubaneswar, Odisha to Patnabus
3. Take the train from Patna Jn to Aratrain
42h 47m
Drive 1,817.1 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Arrahcar 1,817.1 km
27h 45m
₹20,586–29,735
Fly Chennai International Airport to Varanasi Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane MAA - VNS
2. Take the train from Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. to Aratrain
6h 29m
₹8,890–18,188
Train to Tirupati Airport, fly to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Renigunta Jntrain
2. Fly from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT)plane TIR - PAT
9h 5m
₹16,697–31,659

Chennai to Arrah by train

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Distance: 1,553.8 km
Duration: 5h 1m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Spicejet, and Air India Express fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chennai Central to Ara via Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. in around 36h 30m.

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