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There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Naini Tāl by plane, taxi, train or car

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Fly to Pantnagar  •  7h 40m

  1. Fly from Madras (MAA) to Pantnagar (PGH) MAA - PGH

Cheapest option

Train via Kanpur  •  42h 40m

  1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Kanpur Central 12512 / ...
  2. Take the train from Kanpur Central to Haldwani 12209

4 alternative options

Fly to Bareilly, taxi  •  7h 54m

  1. Fly from Madras (MAA) to Bareilly (BEK) MAA - BEK
  2. Take a taxi from Bareilly to Naini Tāl

Train  •  38h 44m

  1. Take the train from Chennai Central to New Delhi 12621 / ...
  2. Take the train from New Delhi to Haldwani 12040

Train via Lucknow  •  2 days 0h

  1. Take the train from Perambur to Lucknow 12539
  2. Take the train from Lucknow to Haldwani 13019

Drive  •  31h 32m

  1. Drive from Chennai to Naini Tāl 2152.1 km

Madras (MAA) to Pantnagar (PGH) flights

49 Weekly Planes
7h 26m Average Duration
₹6,698 Cheapest Price
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The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Naini Tāl is to train which costs ₹1,300 - ₹5,500 and takes 38h 44m.

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The fastest way to get from Chennai to Naini Tāl is to fly which takes 7h 40m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹24,000.

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The distance between Chennai and Naini Tāl is 1843 km. The road distance is 2152.1 km.

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The best way to get from Chennai to Naini Tāl without a car is to train which takes 38h 44m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹5,500.

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It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Chennai to Naini Tāl, including transfers.

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The best way to get from Chennai to Naini Tāl is to fly which takes 7h 40m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹24,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,300 - ₹5,500 and takes 38h 44m.

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Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Naini Tāl is 2152 km. It takes approximately 31h 32m to drive from Chennai to Naini Tāl.

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There are 605+ hotels available in Naini Tāl. Prices start at ₹1,273 per night.

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Map of how to get from Chennai to Naini Tāl.
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  • Distance: 1843.3 km
  • Duration: 7h 40m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Naini Tāl, India?

IndiGo Airlines, Vistara and Air India Limited fly from Chennai to Naini Tāl every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chennai to Naini Tāl via New Delhi and Haldwani in around 38h 44m.

Airlines
IndiGo Airlines
Website
goindigo.in
Flights from Madras to Pantnagar via Delhi
Ave. Duration
6h 11m
When
Every day
Estimated price
₹7,500 - ₹22,000
Flights from Madras to Pantnagar via Hyderabad, Delhi
Ave. Duration
7h 25m
When
Every day
Estimated price
₹8,000 - ₹24,000
Flights from Madras to Bareilly via Bengaluru
Ave. Duration
5h 40m
When
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price
₹8,500 - ₹15,000
Flights from Madras to Bareilly via Mumbai
Ave. Duration
6h 51m
When
Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
₹8,500 - ₹15,000
Train operators
Indian Railways

India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.

Contact Details
Phone
14646
Email
care@irctc.co.in
Website
indianrail.gov.in
Train from Chennai Central to New Delhi
Ave. Duration
32h 30m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
₹900 - ₹4,100
Website
https://www.irctc.co.in
Book at
https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
Sleeper Class
₹900 - ₹1,200
Third AC (3A)
₹2,200 - ₹2,900
Second AC (2A)
₹3,200 - ₹4,100
Train from New Delhi to Haldwani
Ave. Duration
5h 4m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
₹180 - ₹1,000
Website
https://www.irctc.co.in
Book at
https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
Sleeper Class
₹180 - ₹240
Third AC (3A)
₹550 - ₹700
Second AC (2A)
₹750 - ₹1,000
Train from Chennai Central to Kanpur Central
Ave. Duration
32h 25m
Frequency
6 times a week
Estimated price
₹800 - ₹3,800
Website
https://www.irctc.co.in
Book at
https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
Sleeper Class
₹800 - ₹1,100
Third AC (3A)
₹2,100 - ₹2,600
Second AC (2A)
₹3,000 - ₹3,800
Train from Kanpur Central to Haldwani
Ave. Duration
9h 5m
Frequency
Once a week
Estimated price
₹250 - ₹1,300
Website
https://www.irctc.co.in
Book at
https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
Sleeper Class
₹250 - ₹320
Third AC (3A)
₹700 - ₹900
Second AC (2A)
₹1,000 - ₹1,300
Train from Perambur to Lucknow
Ave. Duration
39h 10m
Frequency
Once a week
Estimated price
₹900 - ₹4,200
Website
https://www.irctc.co.in
Book at
https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
Sleeper Class
₹900 - ₹1,200
Third AC (3A)
₹2,300 - ₹2,900
Second AC (2A)
₹3,300 - ₹4,200
Train from Lucknow to Haldwani
Ave. Duration
8h 15m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
₹220 - ₹1,200
Website
https://www.irctc.co.in
Book at
https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
Sleeper Class
₹220 - ₹290
Third AC (3A)
₹650 - ₹850
Second AC (2A)
₹900 - ₹1,200
Other operators
Taxi from Bareilly to Naini Tāl
Ave. Duration
1h 42m
Estimated price
₹1,900 - ₹2,400
SP Taxi Service
Phone
+91 70 60 90     50 30
Website
bareilly-taxi-service.business.site
Quick Cab
Phone
+91 97 60 0 0 40 37
Website
quick-cabs-taxi-service.business.site
Just Cab
Phone
+91 72 48 50 48 50
Website
justcab.in

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