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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Challapalle is to train which costs ₹850 - ₹3,500 and takes 7h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Challapalle is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 52m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Challapalle?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Challapalle. However, there are services departing from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) and arriving at Mopidevi, Andhra Pradesh via Ongole, Andhra Pradesh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Challapalle?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Challapalle. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Bhattiprolu via Tenali Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Chennai to Challapalle?

The distance between Chennai and Challapalle is 472 km. The road distance is 432.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Challapalle without a car is to train which takes 7h 27m and costs ₹850 - ₹3,500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Chennai to Challapalle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Challapalle bus from?

Chennai to Challapalle bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Challapalle train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Challapalle?

The best way to get from Chennai to Challapalle is to train which takes 7h 27m and costs ₹850 - ₹3,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 32m.

Where does the Chennai to Challapalle bus arrive?

Chennai to Challapalle bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Ongole station.

Where does the Chennai to Challapalle train arrive?

Chennai to Challapalle train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tenali Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Challapalle?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Challapalle is 432 km. It takes approximately 6h 39m to drive from Chennai to Challapalle.

Where can I stay near Challapalle?

There are 11+ hotels available in Challapalle.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Challapalle by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)plane MAA - VGA
2. Take the taxi from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Challapalletaxi
3h 52m
₹7,030–12,338
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Tenali Jntrain 12656 / ...
7h 27m
₹865–3,476
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Ongolebus Chennai - Ongole
2. Take the bus from Ongole, Andhra Pradesh to Mopidevi, Andhra Pradeshbus Ongole, Andhra Pradesh - Mopidevi, Andhra Pradesh
9h 32m
Drive 432.3 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Challapallecar 432.3 km
6h 39m
₹4,934–7,127
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Challapalletaxi 432.3 km
6h 39m
₹9,500–12,000
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Gunturbus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Guntur
2. Take the train from Guntur Jn to Bhattiprolutrain 17625 / ...
10h 49m

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA) flights

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2h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 472 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Challapalle, Andhra Pradesh, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Tenali Jn every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹250–2,000 and the journey takes 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Challapalle via Ongole, Andhra Pradesh and Mopidevi, Andhra Pradesh in around 9h 32m.

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