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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Cherthala is to train which costs ₹370 - ₹2,900 and takes 12h 39m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Cherthala?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Cherthala. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Cherthala via Erode. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Cherthala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Perambur and arriving at Cherthala. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h 39m.

How far is it from Chennai to Cherthala?

The distance between Chennai and Cherthala is 599 km. The road distance is 689.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Cherthala without a car is to bus via Erode which takes 12h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Chennai to Cherthala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Cherthala bus from?

Chennai to Cherthala bus services, operated by Krish Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Cherthala train from?

Chennai to Cherthala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Perambur station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Cherthala?

The best way to get from Chennai to Cherthala is to bus via Erode which takes 12h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹370 - ₹2,900 and takes 12h 39m.

Where does the Chennai to Cherthala bus arrive?

Chennai to Cherthala bus services, operated by Krish Travels, arrive at Erode, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Cherthala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Cherthala?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Cherthala is 690 km. It takes approximately 10h 7m to drive from Chennai to Cherthala.

Where can I stay near Cherthala?

There are 729+ hotels available in Cherthala.

Chennai to Cherthala - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, and subway

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Fly to Cochin International Airport, subway, line 12075 train
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the subway from Aluva to Ernakulam Southsubway
3. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Cherthalatrain
6h 12m
₹5,328–9,942
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Cherthalatrain 22642
12h 39m
₹370–2,900
Bus via Erode
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Erode, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Erode, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Erode to Cherthalabus
12h 6m
Drive 689.8 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Cherthalacar 689.8 km
10h 7m
₹7,758–11,205
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 Cherthalabus
6h 11m
₹6,103–10,882
Fly to Trivandrum, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the bus from Kazhakkottam to Chertalabus
6h 55m
₹7,033–13,252
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 Cherthalatrain
9h 7m
₹6,343–12,972
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 Cherthalatrain
12h 11m
₹8,243–19,772
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Udumalpet, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Udumalpet, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Udumalaipettai to Cherthalabus
17h 10m

Chennai to Cherthala by train

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12h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 599.4 km
Duration: 6h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Cherthala via Erode, Tamil Nadu and Erode in around 12h 6m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Perambur to Cherthala twice a week. Tickets cost ₹370–2,900 and the journey takes 12h 39m.

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