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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Elagiri is to bus via Payaigada which costs ₹750 - ₹1,600 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Elagiri is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 30m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Elagiri?

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

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Elagiri?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Elagiri. However, there are services departing from Perambur and arriving at Bommidi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Chennai to Elagiri?

The distance between Chennai and Elagiri is 309 km. The road distance is 304.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Elagiri without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs ₹850 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Chennai to Elagiri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Elagiri bus from?

Chennai to Elagiri bus services, operated by Mettur Super Services, depart from Vadapalani station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Elagiri train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Elagiri?

The best way to get from Chennai to Elagiri is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs ₹850 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,100 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Chennai to Elagiri bus arrive?

Chennai to Elagiri bus services, operated by Mettur Super Services, arrive at Dharmapuri station.

Where does the Chennai to Elagiri train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Elagiri?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Elagiri is 304 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Chennai to Elagiri.

Where can I stay near Elagiri?

There are four+ hotels available in Elagiri.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Perambur to Bommiditrain 22649
4h 34m
₹862–2,410
Bus via Payaigada
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus to Dharampuribus
8h 29m
₹778–1,527
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vadapalani to Dharmapuribus
6h 12m
₹1,097–2,072
Drive 304.4 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Elagiricar 304.4 km
4h 26m
₹3,424–4,945
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Elagiritaxi 304.4 km
4h 26m
₹6,500–8,500
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
2. Take the taxi from Salem (SXV) to Elagiritaxi
3h 30m
₹5,413–12,472

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV) flights

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1h 10mAverage Duration

₹4,081Cheapest Price

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Distance: 308.6 km
Duration: 4h 34m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Perambur to Bommidi once daily. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 4h 9m. Alternatively, Mettur Super Services operates a bus from Vadapalani to Dharmapuri once daily. Tickets cost ₹500–1,400 and the journey takes 5h 56m.

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