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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Dhaka is to train and drive which costs $21 - $95 and takes 37h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Dhaka is to fly which takes 6h 31m and costs $90 - $270.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Dhaka?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Dhaka. However, there are services departing from Perambur and arriving at Dhaka via Akhaura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 14h.

How far is it from Chennai to Dhaka?

The distance between Chennai and Dhaka is 1656 km. The road distance is 1918.7 km.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Chennai to Dhaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Dhaka train from?

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

Train or fly from Chennai to Dhaka?

The best way to get from Chennai to Dhaka is to fly which takes 6h 31m and costs $90 - $270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15 - $110 and takes 2 days 14h.

What is the time difference between Chennai and Dhaka?

Dhaka is 30 min ahead of Chennai. It is currently 7:11 AM in Chennai and 7:41 AM in Dhaka.

Where does the Chennai to Dhaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Dhaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Dhaka is 1919 km. It takes approximately 28h 10m to drive from Chennai to Dhaka.

Where can I stay near Dhaka?

There are 500+ hotels available in Dhaka.

Chennai to Dhaka - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Dhaka by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly to Shahjalal International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)plane MAA - DAC
6h 31m
$92–263
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Agartalatrain 12503
2. Take the train from Akhaura to Dhakatrain Chattala Express
2d 14h
$15–110
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Perambur to Pakaurtrain
2. Drive from Pakaur to Chapai Nawabganjcar
3. Take the train from Chapai Nawabganj to Dhakatrain
37h 44m
$22–95
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kolkata, West Bengalbus
2. Take the bus from Esplanade to Maldabus
3. Drive from Malda to Chapai nawabganjcar
4. Take the bus from Chapai nawabganj to Dhaka Mohakhalibus
2d
Drive 1,918.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Dhakacar 1,918.7 km
28h 10m
$227–327
Fly to Agartala, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Agartala (IXA)plane MAA - IXA
2. Take the train from Azampur to Dhakatrain
10h 3m
$71–191

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) flights

26Weekly Planes

3h 29mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,655.5 km
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Dhaka, Bangladesh?

Biman Bangladesh Airlines, IndiGo Airlines, and US-Bangla fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Perambur to Dhaka via Agartala and Akhaura in around 2d 14h.

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