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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Idaiyangudi is to train which costs ₹1,300 - ₹4,100 and takes 13h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Idaiyangudi is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 14m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹19,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Idaiyangudi?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Idaiyangudi. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Idaiyangudi?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Idaiyangudi. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Valliyur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 14m.

How far is it from Chennai to Idaiyangudi?

The distance between Chennai and Idaiyangudi is 607 km. The road distance is 658.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Idaiyangudi without a car is to train via Eruvādi which takes 11h 14m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹4,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Chennai to Idaiyangudi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Idaiyangudi bus from?

Chennai to Idaiyangudi bus services, operated by Tranzking Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Idaiyangudi train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Idaiyangudi?

The best way to get from Chennai to Idaiyangudi is to train via Eruvādi which takes 11h 14m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹4,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 11m.

Where does the Chennai to Idaiyangudi bus arrive?

Chennai to Idaiyangudi bus services, operated by Tranzking Travels, arrive at Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Idaiyangudi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Idaiyangudi?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Idaiyangudi is 659 km. It takes approximately 10h to drive from Chennai to Idaiyangudi.

Where can I stay near Idaiyangudi?

There are 45+ hotels available in Idaiyangudi.

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

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

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the taxi from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Idaiyanguditaxi
4h 14m
₹8,613–18,772
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Nazarethtrain 20605
13h 35m
₹1,335–4,096
Train via Eruvādi
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Valliyurtrain 12633 / ...
11h 14m
₹1,363–3,929
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu
12h 11m
Drive 658.6 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Idaiyangudicar 658.6 km
10h
₹7,418–10,714
Bus via Thoothukudi
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Sathankulam, Tamil Nadubus Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu - Sathankulam, Tamil Nadu
13h 25m

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR) flights

35Weekly Planes

2h 7mAverage Duration

₹7,162Cheapest Price

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Distance: 607 km
Duration: 4h 14m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Valliyur 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 10h 42m. Alternatively, Tranzking Travels operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 11h 35m.

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