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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Chitoor is to bus which costs ₹190 - ₹1,000 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Chitoor is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹2,500.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Chitoor?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Chitoor. However, there are services departing from Chennai Madhavaram and arriving at Chittoor via Vellore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Chitoor?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Chitoor. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Chittor via Katpadi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Chennai to Chitoor?

The distance between Chennai and Chitoor is 164 km. The road distance is 150.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Chitoor without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs ₹260 - ₹2,200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Chennai to Chitoor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Chitoor bus from?

Chennai to Chitoor bus services, operated by APSRTC, depart from Chennai Madhavaram station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Chitoor train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Chitoor?

The best way to get from Chennai to Chitoor is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs ₹260 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹190 - ₹1,000 and takes 5h.

Where does the Chennai to Chitoor bus arrive?

Chennai to Chitoor bus services, operated by APSRTC, arrive at Tirupati station.

Where does the Chennai to Chitoor train arrive?

Chennai to Chitoor train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Katpadi Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Chitoor?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Chitoor is 151 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Chennai to Chitoor.

Where can I stay near Chitoor?

There are nine+ hotels available in Chitoor.

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There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Chitoor by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Katpadi Jntrain 22651 / ...
3h 26m
₹264–2,130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chennai Madhavaram to Tirupatibus
2. Take the bus from Vellore to Chittoorbus
5h
₹190–992
Drive 150.6 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Chitoorcar 150.6 km
2h 4m
₹1,694–2,447
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Chitoortaxi 150.6 km
2h 4m
₹3,800–4,500
Bus via Chennai, Tamil Nadu
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Vellore, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Vellore, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Vellore to Chittoor Andhra Pradeshbus Vellore - Chittoor Andhra Pradesh
5h 15m

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Distance: 164.3 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Katpadi Jn hourly. Tickets cost ₹150–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chennai Madhavaram to Chittoor via Tirupati and Vellore in around 5h.

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