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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Gandhigram is to train which costs ₹270 - ₹2,100 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Gandhigram is to fly and train which takes 5h 13m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Gandhigram?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Gandhigram. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Dindigul, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Gandhigram?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Ambaturai. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Chennai to Gandhigram?

The distance between Chennai and Gandhigram is 441 km. The road distance is 434.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Gandhigram without a car is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs ₹270 - ₹2,100.

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

The train from Chennai Egmore to Ambaturai takes 6h 26m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Gandhigram bus from?

Chennai to Gandhigram bus services, operated by National Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Gandhigram train from?

Chennai to Gandhigram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Gandhigram?

The best way to get from Chennai to Gandhigram is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs ₹270 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Chennai to Gandhigram bus arrive?

Chennai to Gandhigram bus services, operated by National Travels, arrive at Dindigul, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Gandhigram train arrive?

Chennai to Gandhigram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ambaturai station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Gandhigram?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Gandhigram is 435 km. It takes approximately 6h 26m to drive from Chennai to Gandhigram.

Where can I stay near Gandhigram?

There are 25+ hotels available in Gandhigram.

Chennai to Gandhigram - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Ambaturaitrain 12637
6h 26m
₹270–2,100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Dindigul, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Dindigul, Tamil Nadu
8h 38m
Drive 434.8 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Gandhigramcar 434.8 km
6h 26m
₹4,902–7,081
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Gandhigramtaxi 434.8 km
6h 26m
₹9,500–12,000
Fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Ambaturaitrain
5h 13m
₹6,253–9,672
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
2. Take the train from Podanur Jn to Ambaturaitrain
7h 15m
₹5,683–10,162
Fly to Madurai, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM)plane MAA - IXM
2. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Ambaturaitrain
6h 28m
₹5,768–10,407

Chennai to Gandhigram by train

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6h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 441.2 km
Duration: 6h 26m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Gandhigram, Tamil Nādu, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Ambaturai once daily. Tickets cost ₹270–2,100 and the journey takes 6h 26m. Alternatively, National Travels operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Dindigul, Tamil Nadu every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 8h 25m.

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