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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Pāmban is to train which costs ₹340 - ₹2,700 and takes 12h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Pāmban is to drive which takes 8h 13m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹8,500.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Pāmban?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Pāmban. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at FlixBus Rameshwaram - Pamban via FlixBus Ramanathapuram - New Bus Stand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Pāmban?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Pamban Jn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 7m.

How far is it from Chennai to Pāmban?

The distance between Chennai and Pāmban is 655 km. The road distance is 521.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Pāmban without a car is to train which takes 12h 7m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,700.

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

The train from Chennai Egmore to Pamban Jn takes 12h 7m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Pāmban bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Pāmban train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Pāmban?

The best way to get from Chennai to Pāmban is to train which takes 12h 7m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,700. Alternatively, you can bus via Ramanathapuram, which costs and takes 12h 31m.

Where does the Chennai to Pāmban bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chennai to Pāmban train arrive?

Chennai to Pāmban train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Pamban Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Pāmban?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Pāmban is 522 km. It takes approximately 8h 13m to drive from Chennai to Pāmban.

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

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Where can I stay near Pāmban?

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Pamban Jntrain 16751
12h 7m
₹340–2,700
Bus via Ramanathapuram
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Ramanathapuram - New Bus Stand to FlixBus Rameshwaram - Pambanbus FlixBus IN5111
12h 31m
Drive 521.8 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Pāmbancar 521.8 km
8h 13m
₹5,886–8,502
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Pāmbantaxi 521.8 km
8h 13m
₹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 Pamban Jntrain
8h 19m
₹6,313–10,072
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Rameshwaram - Pambanbus FlixBus IN5111
13h 30m
₹858–3,027
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 Pamban Jntrain
8h 28m
₹5,808–10,707
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the train from Maniyachchi Jn to Madurai Jntrain
3. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Pamban Jntrain
10h 41m
₹8,323–20,472

Chennai to Pāmban by train

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Distance: 654.8 km
Duration: 12h 7m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Pamban Jn once daily. Tickets cost ₹340–2,700 and the journey takes 12h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to FlixBus Rameshwaram - Pamban via Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu and FlixBus Ramanathapuram - New Bus Stand in around 12h 31m.

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