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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Kandanūr is to train which costs ₹470 - ₹2,300 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Kandanūr is to fly and train which takes 5h 26m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹9,500.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Kandanūr?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Kandanūr. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Karaikudi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Kandanūr?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Kandanūr. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Karaikkudi Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Chennai to Kandanūr?

The distance between Chennai and Kandanūr is 435 km. The road distance is 414 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Kandanūr without a car is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs ₹470 - ₹2,300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Chennai to Kandanūr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kandanūr bus from?

Chennai to Kandanūr bus services, operated by National Travels - Ratnagiri, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kandanūr train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Kandanūr?

The best way to get from Chennai to Kandanūr is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs ₹470 - ₹2,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Chennai to Kandanūr bus arrive?

Chennai to Kandanūr bus services, operated by National Travels - Ratnagiri, arrive at Karaikudi station.

Where does the Chennai to Kandanūr train arrive?

Chennai to Kandanūr train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Karaikkudi Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Kandanūr?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Kandanūr is 414 km. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Chennai to Kandanūr.

Where can I stay near Kandanūr?

There are 42+ hotels available in Kandanūr.

Chennai to Kandanūr - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Chennai to Kandanūr by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Karaikkudi Jntrain 22661 / ...
6h 59m
₹475–2,259
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Karaikudibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
8h 50m
Drive 414 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Kandanūrcar 414 km
6h 7m
₹4,646–6,710
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Kandanūrtaxi 414 km
6h 7m
₹9,000–11,000
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 Kottaiyurtrain
5h 26m
₹5,830–9,448
Train via Tiruchirappalli
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Tiruchchirapalitrain 16127 / ...
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Kottaiyurtrain 16849
7h 55m
₹531–3,061
Bus via Arantangi
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Arantangibus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
9h 37m
Fly to Salem, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Karaikkudi Jntrain
9h 50m
₹6,300–12,338

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ) flights

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Distance: 435.1 km
Duration: 6h 59m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Karaikkudi Jn 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹260–2,000 and the journey takes 6h 48m. Alternatively, National Travels - Ratnagiri operates a bus from Chennai to Karaikudi hourly, and the journey takes 8h 40m. Nine other operators also service this route.

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