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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Lalpet is to train which costs ₹950 - ₹2,500 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Lalpet is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,900.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Lalpet?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Lalpet. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Lalpet?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Lalpet. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Chennai to Lalpet?

The distance between Chennai and Lalpet is 266 km. The road distance is 237.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Lalpet without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs ₹950 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Chennai to Lalpet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Lalpet bus from?

Chennai to Lalpet bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Lalpet train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Lalpet?

The best way to get from Chennai to Lalpet is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs ₹950 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Chennai to Lalpet bus arrive?

Chennai to Lalpet bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Where does the Chennai to Lalpet train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Lalpet?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Lalpet is 237 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Chennai to Lalpet.

Where can I stay near Lalpet?

There are 66+ hotels available in Lalpet.

Chennai to Lalpet - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chennai to Lalpet by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Chidambaramtrain 09419 / ...
4h 12m
₹997–2,495
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Chidambarambus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
5h 41m
Drive 237.1 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Lalpetcar 237.1 km
3h 50m
₹2,658–3,839
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Lalpettaxi 237.1 km
3h 50m
₹5,000–6,500

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Distance: 266.5 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Chidambaram every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Alternatively, SLGT Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Chidambaram hourly, and the journey takes 5h 20m. Three other operators also service this route.

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