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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Kayathar is to train which costs ₹800 - ₹3,100 and takes 9h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Kayathar is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 3m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Kayathar?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Kayathar. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at FlixBus Kayathar - Toll Gate via Madurai and FlixBus Kovilpatti - Bypass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Kayathar?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Kayathar. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Kadambur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

How far is it from Chennai to Kayathar?

The distance between Chennai and Kayathar is 586 km. The road distance is 578.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Kayathar without a car is to train which takes 9h 16m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Chennai to Kayathar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kayathar bus from?

Chennai to Kayathar bus services, operated by Thirumalaivasan Transports, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kayathar train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Kayathar?

The best way to get from Chennai to Kayathar is to train which takes 9h 16m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can bus via Madurai, which costs and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Chennai to Kayathar bus arrive?

Chennai to Kayathar bus services, operated by Thirumalaivasan Transports, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Kayathar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Kayathar?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Kayathar is 578 km. It takes approximately 8h 37m to drive from Chennai to Kayathar.

Where can I stay near Kayathar?

There are four+ hotels available in Kayathar.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Kayathar by plane, taxi, train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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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 Kayathartaxi
4h 3m
₹8,230–16,538
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Kadamburtrain 12693 / ...
9h 16m
₹821–3,094
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Madurai to Kovilpattibus
12h 2m
Drive 578.2 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Kayatharcar 578.2 km
8h 37m
₹6,441–9,303
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Kayathartaxi 578.2 km
8h 37m
₹12,000–16,000
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Kayathar - Toll Gatebus FlixBus IN5530 / ...
13h 23m
₹1,098–3,177

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

35Weekly Planes

2h 7mAverage Duration

₹7,357Cheapest Price

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Distance: 586.5 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Kadambur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹330–2,500 and the journey takes 9h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kayathar via Madurai, Tamil Nadu, Madurai, Kovilpatti, FlixBus Kovilpatti - Bypass, and FlixBus Kayathar - Toll Gate in around 12h 2m.

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