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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Chalakuddy is to night bus which costs ₹650 - ₹2,300 and takes 14h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Chalakuddy is to fly and bus which takes 4h 51m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Chalakuddy?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Chalakuddy. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Chalakudy via Salem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Chalakuddy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Chalakudi. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 17m.

How far is it from Chennai to Chalakuddy?

The distance between Chennai and Chalakuddy is 575 km. The road distance is 613 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Chalakuddy without a car is to bus which takes 10h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Chennai to Chalakuddy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Chalakuddy bus from?

Chennai to Chalakuddy bus services, operated by SRL Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Chalakuddy train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Chalakuddy?

The best way to get from Chennai to Chalakuddy is to bus which takes 10h 32m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹340 - ₹2,700 and takes 10h 48m.

Where does the Chennai to Chalakuddy bus arrive?

Chennai to Chalakuddy bus services, operated by SRL Travels, arrive at Salem, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Chalakuddy train arrive?

Chennai to Chalakuddy train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chalakudi station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Chalakuddy?

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

Where can I stay near Chalakuddy?

There are 354+ hotels available in Chalakuddy.

Chennai to Chalakuddy - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Chennai to Chalakuddy by plane, bus, train, night bus, car, or taxi

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Fly to Cochin International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the bus from Aluva to Chalakkudybus
5h 17m
₹5,203–10,832
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Chalakuditrain 12511 / ...
10h 48m
₹340–2,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Salem, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Salem to Chalakudybus
10h 32m
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Koyembedu to Chalakudinightbus
14h 59m
₹658–2,227
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Chalakudybus
4h 51m
₹6,003–10,782
Fly to Calicut International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane MAA - CCJ
2. Take the bus from Kottakkal to Chalakudybus
6h 33m
₹6,393–11,932
Drive 613 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Chalakuddycar 613 km
9h
₹6,895–9,959
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Chalakuddytaxi 613 km
9h
₹13,000–17,000

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK) flights

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1h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 575.5 km
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Chalakuddy via Salem, Tamil Nadu, Salem, and Chalakudy in around 10h 32m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Chalakudi twice daily. Tickets cost ₹340–2,700 and the journey takes 10h 17m.

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