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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Chengam is to bus via Puducherry which costs ₹650 - ₹1,600 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Chengam is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs ₹2,000 - ₹3,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Chengam?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Chengam. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at FlixBus Chengam - Bypass via FlixBus Tiruvannamalai - Bypass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Chennai to Chengam?

The distance between Chennai and Chengam is 274 km. The road distance is 210.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Chengam without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 50m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Chennai to Chengam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Chengam bus from?

Chennai to Chengam bus services, operated by Kalaimakal Travelss, depart from Chennai station.

Where does the Chennai to Chengam bus arrive?

Chennai to Chengam bus services, operated by Kalaimakal Travelss, arrive at Tiruvannamalai Jains Hyundai station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Chengam?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Chengam is 211 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Chennai to Chengam.

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

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Where can I stay near Chengam?

There are one+ hotels available in Chengam.

Chennai to Chengam - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Chengam by train, taxi, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Jolarpettaitrain 12679 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Jolarpettai to Chengamtaxi
3h 50m
₹1,286–2,813
Bus via Puducherry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Pondicherry - Rajiv Gandhi Statue to FlixBus Chengam - Bypassbus FlixBus IN4320
7h 40m
₹657–1,532
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Tiruvannamalai Jains Hyundaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
6h 25m
Drive 210.6 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Chengamcar 210.6 km
3h 14m
₹2,047–2,957
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Chengamtaxi 210.6 km
3h 14m
₹4,700–6,000

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Distance: 273.7 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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

Kalaimakal Travelss operates a bus from Chennai to Tiruvannamalai Jains Hyundai every 4 hours, and the journey takes 4h 25m. Four other operators also service this route.

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