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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Kanpur is to train which costs ₹800 - ₹6,500 and takes 32h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Kanpur is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Kanpur?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Kanpur. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Kanpur via Hyderabad and Lucknow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Kanpur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Kanpur Central. Services depart six times a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 32h 20m.

How far is it from Chennai to Kanpur?

The distance between Chennai and Kanpur is 1515 km. The road distance is 1747.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Kanpur without a car is to train which takes 32h 20m and costs ₹800 - ₹6,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Chennai to Kanpur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kanpur bus from?

Chennai to Kanpur bus services, operated by Hans Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kanpur train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Kanpur?

The best way to get from Chennai to Kanpur is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹17,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹800 - ₹6,500 and takes 32h 20m, you could also bus, which costs ₹1,900 - ₹9,000 and takes 45h 16m.

Where does the Chennai to Kanpur bus arrive?

Chennai to Kanpur bus services, operated by Hans Travels, arrive at Hyderabad station.

Where does the Chennai to Kanpur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Kanpur?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Kanpur is 1747 km. It takes approximately 26h 46m to drive from Chennai to Kanpur.

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

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Where can I stay near Kanpur?

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

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

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Fly Chennai International Airport to Kanpur Airport
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Kanpur Airport (KNU)plane MAA - KNU
6h 20m
₹8,720–16,278
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Kanpur Centraltrain 12512 / ...
32h 20m
₹800–6,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Hyderabadbus
2. Take the bus from Hyderabad to Lucknowbus
3. Take the bus from Lucknow to Kanpurbus
45h 16m
₹1,915–8,559
Drive 1,747.3 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Kanpurcar 1,747.3 km
26h 46m
₹19,557–28,248
Fly Chennai International Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO)plane MAA - LKO
2. Take the train from Lucknow to Kanpur Centraltrain
7h 6m
₹8,690–15,178
Train to Tirupati Airport, fly to Kanpur Airport
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Renigunta Jntrain
2. Fly from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Kanpur Airport (KNU)plane TIR - KNU
11h 9m
₹13,517–23,649

Chennai to Kanpur by train

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32h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,514.7 km
Duration: 6h 20m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Air India Express, and Air India Limited fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Kanpur Airport (KNU) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Kanpur Central 6 times a week. Tickets cost ₹800–6,500 and the journey takes 32h 20m.

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