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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Athur is to train which costs ₹750 - ₹3,400 and takes 13h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Athur is to fly which takes 3h 38m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹16,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Athur?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Athur. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Athur via Tiruchendur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Athur?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Athur. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Arumuganeri via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 10m.

How far is it from Chennai to Athur?

The distance between Chennai and Athur is 566 km. The road distance is 613.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Athur without a car is to train which takes 13h 10m and costs ₹750 - ₹3,400.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Chennai to Athur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Athur bus from?

Chennai to Athur bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Athur train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Athur?

The best way to get from Chennai to Athur is to fly which takes 3h 38m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹16,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹750 - ₹3,400 and takes 13h 10m, you could also bus via Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu, which costs and takes 13h 21m.

Where does the Chennai to Athur bus arrive?

Chennai to Athur bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Authoor station.

Where does the Chennai to Athur train arrive?

Chennai to Athur train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Arumuganeri station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Athur?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Athur is 613 km. It takes approximately 9h 6m to drive from Chennai to Athur.

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

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Where can I stay near Athur?

There are 25+ hotels available in Athur.

Chennai to Athur - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Athur by plane, train, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
3h 38m
₹7,780–15,988
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Arumuganeritrain 20605
13h 10m
₹750–3,363
Bus via Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu
13h 21m
Drive 613.2 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Athurcar 613.2 km
9h 6m
₹6,879–9,937
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Athurtaxi 613.2 km
9h 6m
₹13,000–17,000
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Authoorbus FlixBus IN5113
14h
₹858–3,027

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR) flights

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2h 7mAverage Duration

₹7,410Cheapest Price

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Distance: 566.2 km
Duration: 3h 38m

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

IndiGo Airlines flies from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Arumuganeri once daily. Tickets cost ₹390–3,000 and the journey takes 13h 4m.

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