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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Changanassery is to train which costs ₹390 - ₹3,000 and takes 12h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Changanassery is to fly and train which takes 7h 22m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Changanassery?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Changanassery. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Changanassery via Kottayam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Changanassery?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Changanaseri. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 29m.

How far is it from Chennai to Changanassery?

The distance between Chennai and Changanassery is 773 km. The road distance is 669.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Changanassery without a car is to train which takes 12h 29m and costs ₹390 - ₹3,000.

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

The train from Chennai Central to Changanaseri takes 12h 29m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Changanassery bus from?

Chennai to Changanassery bus services, operated by Azul Transports Private Limited, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Changanassery train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Changanassery?

The best way to get from Chennai to Changanassery is to train which takes 12h 29m and costs ₹390 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 15h 31m.

Where does the Chennai to Changanassery bus arrive?

Chennai to Changanassery bus services, operated by Azul Transports Private Limited, arrive at Kottayam, Kerala station.

Where does the Chennai to Changanassery train arrive?

Chennai to Changanassery train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Changanaseri station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Changanassery?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Changanassery is 669 km. It takes approximately 10h 14m to drive from Chennai to Changanassery.

Where can I stay near Changanassery?

There are 796+ hotels available in Changanassery.

Chennai to Changanassery - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Changanaseritrain 12623 / ...
12h 29m
₹390–3,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kottayam, Keralabus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Kottayam, Kerala
15h 31m
Drive 669.2 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Changanasserycar 669.2 km
10h 14m
₹7,545–10,898
Fly to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the train from Aluva to Changanaseritrain
7h 37m
₹5,313–10,032
Bus via Palani
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Palani, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Palani, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Palani to Changanasserybus
18h
Fly to Trivandrum, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Changanaseritrain
7h 22m
₹5,784–11,792
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Aluvabus
3. Take the train from Aluva to Changanaseritrain
8h 39m
₹6,193–11,982
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 Parpanangadi to Thrisurtrain
3. Take the train from Thrisur to Changanaseritrain
10h 32m
₹6,463–13,972
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the train from Maniyachchi Jn to Kayankulamtrain
12h 10m
₹8,333–20,522

Chennai to Changanassery by train

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12h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 773.5 km
Duration: 12h 29m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Changanaseri twice daily. Tickets cost ₹390–3,000 and the journey takes 12h 29m. Alternatively, Azul Transports Private Limited operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kottayam, Kerala every 3 hours, and the journey takes 14h 25m.

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