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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Arumbakkam is to bus which costs ₹8 - ₹1,100 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Arumbakkam is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs ₹310 - ₹370.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Arumbakkam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Payaigada and arriving at Arumbakkam Megamart. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Arumbakkam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Cmbt. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Chennai to Arumbakkam?

The distance between Chennai and Arumbakkam is 13 km. The road distance is 9.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Arumbakkam without a car is to subway which takes 20 min and costs ₹30 - ₹50.

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

The subway from Chennai Central to Cmbt takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Arumbakkam bus from?

Chennai to Arumbakkam bus services, operated by MTC, depart from Payaigada station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Arumbakkam train from?

Chennai to Arumbakkam train services, operated by Chennai Metro Rail Limited, depart from Chennai Central station.

Where does the Chennai to Arumbakkam bus arrive?

Chennai to Arumbakkam bus services, operated by MTC, arrive at Arumbakkam Megamart station.

Where does the Chennai to Arumbakkam train arrive?

Chennai to Arumbakkam train services, operated by Chennai Metro Rail Limited, arrive at Cmbt station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Arumbakkam?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Arumbakkam is 9 km. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Chennai to Arumbakkam.

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

Book your Chennai to Arumbakkam bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Arumbakkam?

There are 1094+ hotels available in Arumbakkam.

Chennai to Arumbakkam - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chennai to Arumbakkam by subway, bus (Flixbus), taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Chennai Central to Cmbtsubway Corridor-2
20 min
₹30–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Payaigada to Arumbakkam Megamartbus 15
28 min
₹8–1,100
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Arumbakkamtaxi 9.1 km
9 min
₹310–370
Drive 9.1 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Arumbakkamcar 9.1 km
9 min
₹103–148

Chennai to Arumbakkam by subway

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Distance: 13 km
Duration: 20 min

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

Chennai Metro Rail Limited operates a subway from Chennai Central to Cmbt every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ₹30–50 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, MTC operates a bus from Payaigada to Arumbakkam Megamart every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ₹8–26 and the journey takes 28 min. Three other operators also service this route.

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