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How to get fromChennai to Chitoorby train, bus, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Katpadi Jntrain train 22651 / ...
    3h 46m
    ₹264–2,130

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Chennai Madhavaram to Tirupatibus bus
    2. Take the bus from Vellore to Chittoorbus bus
    5h
    ₹190–992

  3. Drive  150.6 km

    1. Drive from Chennai to Chitoorcar car 150.6 km
    2h 4m
    ₹1,690–2,441

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Chitoortaxi taxi 150.6 km
    2h 4m
    ₹3,800–4,500

  5. Bus via Chennai

    1. Take the bus from Chennai to Vellorebus bus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
    2. Take the bus from Vellore to Chittoor Andhra Pradeshbus bus Vellore - Chittoor Andhra Pradesh
    5h 30m
    ₹750–2,200

Chennai to Chitoor by bus and foot

Calendar14Weekly Services
Duration5h 30mAverage Duration
Ticket₹750Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 164.3 km
  • Duration: 3h 46m

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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