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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Guwahati is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,500 and takes 47h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Guwahati is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹18,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Guwahati?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Guwahati. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Guwahati via Vijayawada and Siliguri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 9h.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Guwahati?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Perambur and arriving at Guwahati. Services depart six times a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 47h 40m.

How far is it from Chennai to Guwahati?

The distance between Chennai and Guwahati is 1920 km. The road distance is 2314.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Guwahati without a car is to train which takes 47h 40m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Chennai to Guwahati, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Guwahati bus from?

Chennai to Guwahati bus services, operated by MRM Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Guwahati train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Guwahati?

The best way to get from Chennai to Guwahati is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹18,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,500 and takes 47h 40m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 2 days 9h.

Where does the Chennai to Guwahati bus arrive?

Chennai to Guwahati bus services, operated by MRM Travels, arrive at Vijayawada station.

Where does the Chennai to Guwahati train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Guwahati?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Guwahati is 2314 km. It takes approximately 34h 52m to drive from Chennai to Guwahati.

How do I get a train ticket from Chennai to Guwahati?

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Where can I stay near Guwahati?

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

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

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Fly Chennai International Airport to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)plane MAA - GAU
6h 2m
₹7,560–17,138
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Guwahatitrain 12509 / ...
47h 40m
₹1,000–8,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Vijayawadabus
2. Take the bus from Vijayawada to Siliguribus
3. Take the bus from Siliguri to Guwahatibus
2d 9h
Drive 2,314.1 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Guwahaticar 2,314.1 km
34h 52m
₹22,424–32,390
Fly Chennai International Airport to Umroi Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Umroi Airport (SHL)plane MAA - SHL
2. Take the taxi from Umroi Airport (SHL) to Guwahatitaxi
8h 36m
₹12,630–28,938
Train to Tirupati Airport, fly to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Renigunta Jntrain
2. Fly from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)plane TIR - GAU
10h 56m
₹12,357–24,509

Chennai to Guwahati by train

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47h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,920.4 km
Duration: 6h 2m

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

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Perambur to Guwahati 6 times a week. Tickets cost ₹1,000–8,500 and the journey takes 47h 40m.

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