What is the cheapest way to get from Chennai to IIT Madras?

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to IIT Madras is to bus and line 119 bus which costs ₹16 - ₹60 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai to IIT Madras?

The fastest way to get from Chennai to IIT Madras is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs ₹430 - ₹550.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and IIT Madras?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to IIT Madras. However, there are services departing from Broadway and arriving at Bharathi Nagar via Halda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and IIT Madras?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chintadaripet and arriving at Taramani. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Chennai to IIT Madras?

The distance between Chennai and IIT Madras is 19 km. The road distance is 14.9 km.

How do I travel from Chennai to IIT Madras without a car?

The best way to get from Chennai to IIT Madras without a car is to line 41001 train which takes 1h 34m and costs ₹110 - ₹900.

How long does it take to get from Chennai to IIT Madras?

The line 41001 train from Chintadaripet to Taramani takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chennai to IIT Madras bus from?

Chennai to IIT Madras bus services, operated by MTC, depart from Broadway station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to IIT Madras train from?

Chennai to IIT Madras train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chintadaripet station.

Train or bus from Chennai to IIT Madras?

The best way to get from Chennai to IIT Madras is to line 41001 train which takes 1h 34m and costs ₹110 - ₹900. Alternatively, you can bus and line 119 bus, which costs ₹16 - ₹60 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Chennai to IIT Madras bus arrive?

Chennai to IIT Madras bus services, operated by MTC, arrive at Spic station.

Where does the Chennai to IIT Madras train arrive?

Chennai to IIT Madras train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Taramani station.

Can I drive from Chennai to IIT Madras?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to IIT Madras is 15 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Chennai to IIT Madras.

Where can I stay near IIT Madras?

There are 1196+ hotels available in IIT Madras.

Chennai to IIT Madras - 5 ways to travel via line 41001 train, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to IIT Madras by train, taxi, car, subway, or bus

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Line 41001 train
best
1. Take the train from Chintadaripet to Taramanitrain 41001 / ...
1h 34m
₹110–900
Bus, line 119 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broadway to Spicbus 60A / ...
2. Take the bus from Halda to Bharathi Nagarbus 119
2h 19m
₹16–59
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to IIT Madrastaxi 14.9 km
19 min
₹430–550
Drive 14.9 km
1. Drive from Chennai to IIT Madrascar 14.9 km
19 min
₹168–242
Subway, line 119 bus
1. Take the subway from High Court to Little Mountsubway Corridor 1
2. Take the bus from Little Mount to Bharathi Nagarbus 119
2h
₹37–61

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Distance: 19.1 km
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and IIT Madras, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chintadaripet to Taramani every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₹110–900 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broadway to IIT Madras via Spic, Halda, and Bharathi Nagar in around 2h 19m.

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