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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Ongole is to train which costs ₹210 - ₹1,700 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Ongole is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,700.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Ongole?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chennai and arriving at Ongole. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Ongole?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Ongole. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Chennai to Ongole?

The distance between Chennai and Ongole is 293 km. The road distance is 294.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Ongole without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,700.

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

The train from Chennai Central to Ongole takes 4h 18m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Ongole bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Ongole train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Ongole?

The best way to get from Chennai to Ongole is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹470 - ₹1,400 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Chennai to Ongole bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chennai to Ongole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Ongole?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Ongole is 294 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Chennai to Ongole.

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

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Where can I stay near Ongole?

There are seven+ hotels available in Ongole.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Ongoletrain 12077 / ...
4h 18m
₹210–1,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Ongolebus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper / ...
6h 10m
₹470–1,400
Drive 294.4 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Ongolecar 294.4 km
4h 36m
₹3,290–4,752
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Ongoletaxi 294.4 km
4h 36m
₹6,500–8,000
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)plane MAA - VGA
2. Take the taxi from Vijayawada-Airport-VGA to Ongoletaxi
5h 22m
₹8,230–14,338
Bus via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Ongole - Bypassbus FlixBus IN5212 / ...
8h 2m
₹488–1,527

Chennai to Ongole by train

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Distance: 293.2 km
Duration: 4h 18m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Ongole every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 4h 18m. Alternatively, SLGT Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Ongole every 3 hours, and the journey takes 6h 10m. Two other operators also service this route.

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