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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Mandapam is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹2,900 and takes 11h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Mandapam is to fly and train which takes 7h 36m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Mandapam?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Mandapam. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at FlixBus Rameshwaram - Vedalai via FlixBus Ramanathapuram - New Bus Stand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Mandapam?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Mandapam. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Mandapam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.

How far is it from Chennai to Mandapam?

The distance between Chennai and Mandapam is 653 km. The road distance is 510.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Mandapam without a car is to train which takes 11h 17m and costs ₹500 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 11h 17m to get from Chennai to Mandapam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Mandapam bus from?

Chennai to Mandapam bus services, operated by Tippusultan Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Mandapam train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Mandapam?

The best way to get from Chennai to Mandapam is to train which takes 11h 17m and costs ₹500 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus via Ramanathapuram, which costs and takes 12h 24m.

Where does the Chennai to Mandapam bus arrive?

Chennai to Mandapam bus services, operated by Tippusultan Travels, arrive at Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Mandapam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Mandapam?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Mandapam is 511 km. It takes approximately 8h 1m to drive from Chennai to Mandapam.

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

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Where can I stay near Mandapam?

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Chennai to Mandapam by train, bus, car, taxi, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train
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1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Mandapamtrain 16751 / ...
11h 17m
₹507–2,810
Bus via Ramanathapuram
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu
12h 24m
Drive 510.9 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Mandapamcar 510.9 km
8h 1m
₹5,783–8,353
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Mandapamtaxi 510.9 km
8h 1m
₹11,000–14,000
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 Mandapamtrain
7h 53m
₹6,380–9,338
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Rameshwaram - Vedalaibus FlixBus IN5111
13h 22m
₹998–3,097
Fly to Madurai, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM)plane MAA - IXM
2. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Mandapamtrain
7h 36m
₹5,885–9,573
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the train from Tuti Melur to Madurai Jntrain
3. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Mandapamtrain
9h 46m
₹8,610–19,588

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

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1h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 652.8 km
Duration: 11h 17m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Mandapam twice daily. Tickets cost ₹340–2,700 and the journey takes 11h 13m. Alternatively, Tippusultan Travels operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu hourly, and the journey takes 10h 30m.

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