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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Cumbum is to train which costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,800 and takes 10h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Cumbum is to drive which takes 8h 5m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹9,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Cumbum?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Cumbum. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at FlixBus Cumbum - Yuvaraj Theatre via FlixBus Theni - Krishna Theatre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Cumbum?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Cumbum. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Bodinayakkanur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 59m.

How far is it from Chennai to Cumbum?

The distance between Chennai and Cumbum is 550 km. The road distance is 537.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Cumbum without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 27m to get from Chennai to Cumbum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Cumbum bus from?

Chennai to Cumbum bus services, operated by National Travels - Ratnagiri, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Cumbum train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Cumbum?

The best way to get from Chennai to Cumbum is to bus which takes 11h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,800 and takes 10h 59m.

Where does the Chennai to Cumbum bus arrive?

Chennai to Cumbum bus services, operated by National Travels - Ratnagiri, arrive at Theni, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Cumbum train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Cumbum?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Cumbum is 538 km. It takes approximately 8h 5m to drive from Chennai to Cumbum.

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

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Chennai to Cumbum - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Chennai to Cumbum by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Ponmlai Gld Rcktrain 12605
2. Take the bus from Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu to Theni, Tamil Nadubus Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu - Theni, Tamil Nadu
10h 27m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Bodinayakkanurtrain 20601
10h 59m
₹1,196–3,706
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Theni, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Theni, Tamil Nadu
11h 50m
Drive 537.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Cumbumcar 537.7 km
8h 5m
₹6,085–8,790
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Cumbumtaxi 537.7 km
8h 5m
₹11,000–15,000
Fly to Madurai, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM)plane MAA - IXM
2. Take the bus from Mattuthavani Bus Stop to Cumbumbus
9h 32m
₹5,705–8,303
Bus via Salem
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Salem, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Theni, Tamil Nadubus Salem, Tamil Nadu - Theni, Tamil Nadu
14h 1m
Fly to Trichy International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the bus from Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu to Theni, Tamil Nadubus
8h 32m
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, Tamil Nadu to Theni, Tamil Nadubus
11h 23m
Fly to Cochin International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the bus from Kalamassery to Kottayambus
3. Take the bus from Kottayam to Cumbumbus
11h 26m
₹6,256–10,873

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM) flights

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Distance: 550.2 km
Duration: 10h 27m

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

National Travels - Ratnagiri operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Theni, Tamil Nadu every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 9h 45m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Bodinayakkanur 3 times a week. Tickets cost ₹340–2,700 and the journey takes 10h 20m.

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