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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Bekal is to train via Perambur which costs ₹500 - ₹4,100 and takes 15h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Bekal is to fly and train which takes 5h 46m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Bekal?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Bekal. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kasargode via Mangalore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Bekal?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Bekal. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Bekal Fort via Kasaragod. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 53m.

How far is it from Chennai to Bekal?

The distance between Chennai and Bekal is 660 km. The road distance is 675 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Bekal without a car is to train which takes 14h 53m and costs ₹500 - ₹4,100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Chennai to Bekal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Bekal bus from?

Chennai to Bekal bus services, operated by Bharathi Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Bekal train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Bekal?

The best way to get from Chennai to Bekal is to train which takes 14h 53m and costs ₹500 - ₹4,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,800 and takes 17h 6m.

Where does the Chennai to Bekal bus arrive?

Chennai to Bekal bus services, operated by Bharathi Travels, arrive at Mangaluru, Karnataka station.

Where does the Chennai to Bekal train arrive?

Chennai to Bekal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kasaragod station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Bekal?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Bekal is 675 km. It takes approximately 9h 35m to drive from Chennai to Bekal.

Where can I stay near Bekal?

There are 64+ hotels available in Bekal.

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

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

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Fly to Bajpe Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane MAA - IXE
2. Take the train from Mangalore to Bekal Forttrain
5h 46m
₹6,490–12,448
Train via Perambur
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Kasaragodtrain 06127
15h 53m
₹527–4,029
Train
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Kasaragodtrain 12685 / ...
14h 53m
₹529–4,045
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Mangaluru, Karnatakabus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Mangaluru, Karnataka
2. Take the bus from Mangalore to Kasargodebus
17h 6m
₹1,826–2,759
Drive 675 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Bekalcar 675 km
9h 35m
₹7,640–11,035
Fly to Kannur International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Kannur International Airport (CNN)plane MAA - CNN
2. Take the train from Kannur to Bekal Forttrain
6h 16m
₹8,560–17,238
Fly to Calicut International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane MAA - CCJ
2. Take the train from Kozhikkode to Bekal Forttrain
8h 12m
₹6,940–11,788
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kannurbus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Kannur
2. Take the train from Kannur to Bekal Forttrain 16323 / ...
18h 20m

Chennai to Bekal by train

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Distance: 660.2 km
Duration: 5h 46m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Kasaragod 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹410–3,200 and the journey takes 13h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Bekal via Mangalore and Kasargode in around 17h 6m.

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