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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Kannur is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹3,000 and takes 12h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Kannur is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Kannur?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kannur. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Kannur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Kannur. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 17m.

How far is it from Chennai to Kannur?

The distance between Chennai and Kannur is 556 km. The road distance is 636.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Kannur without a car is to train which takes 12h 17m and costs ₹380 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Chennai to Kannur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kannur bus from?

Chennai to Kannur bus services, operated by Sri Sugam Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kannur train from?

Chennai to Kannur train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Kannur?

The best way to get from Chennai to Kannur is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹17,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹380 - ₹3,000 and takes 12h 17m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 15h 30m.

Where does the Chennai to Kannur bus arrive?

Chennai to Kannur bus services, operated by Sri Sugam Travels, arrive at Kannur station.

Where does the Chennai to Kannur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Kannur?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Kannur is 636 km. It takes approximately 8h 54m to drive from Chennai to Kannur.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chennai to Kannur?

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Where can I stay near Kannur?

There are 185+ hotels available in Kannur.

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

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

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Fly to Kannur International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Kannur International Airport (CNN)plane MAA - CNN
3h 40m
₹7,930–16,138
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Kannurtrain 12685 / ...
12h 17m
₹380–3,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kannurbus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Kannur
15h 30m
Drive 636.1 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Kannurcar 636.1 km
8h 54m
₹7,223–10,433
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Kannurtaxi 636.1 km
8h 54m
₹14,000–17,000
Fly to Calicut International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane MAA - CCJ
2. Take the train from Kozhikkode to Kannurtrain
5h 57m
₹6,910–12,088
Fly to Bajpe Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane MAA - IXE
2. Take the train from Mangalore to Kannurtrain
6h 52m
₹6,520–13,648
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 Kannurtrain
8h 47m
₹5,620–14,108

Chennai to Kannur by train

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12h 17mAverage Duration

₹380Cheapest Price

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Distance: 555.7 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

IndiGo Airlines flies from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Kannur International Airport (CNN) 4 times a week. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Kannur 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹380–3,000 and the journey takes 12h 17m.

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