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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Palani is to bus which costs ₹500 - ₹1,400 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Palani is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 48m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Palani?

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

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Palani?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Palani. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Chennai to Palani?

The distance between Chennai and Palani is 487 km. The road distance is 473.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Palani without a car is to train via Dindigul which takes 7h 52m and costs ₹380 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Chennai to Palani, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Palani bus from?

Chennai to Palani bus services, operated by Hans Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Palani train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Palani?

The best way to get from Chennai to Palani is to train via Dindigul which takes 7h 52m and costs ₹380 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹500 - ₹1,400 and takes 10h.

Where does the Chennai to Palani bus arrive?

Chennai to Palani bus services, operated by Hans Travels, arrive at Palani station.

Where does the Chennai to Palani train arrive?

Chennai to Palani train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Dindigul Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Palani?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Palani is 473 km. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Chennai to Palani.

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

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Where can I stay near Palani?

There are 518+ hotels available in Palani.

Chennai to Palani - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Train via Dindigul
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Dindigul Jntrain 12635 / ...
2. Take the train from Dindigul Jn to Palanitrain 22651 / ...
7h 52m
₹385–3,006
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Palanitrain 22651
8h 55m
₹310–2,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Palanibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
10h
₹500–1,400
Drive 473.4 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Palanicar 473.4 km
7h
₹5,287–7,637
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Palanitaxi 473.4 km
7h
₹10,000–13,000
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
2. Take the train from Podanur Jn to Palanitrain
5h 53m
₹5,560–13,708
Fly to Cochin International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the taxi from Kochi-Airport-COK to Palanitaxi
5h 48m
₹9,330–15,038
Fly to Salem, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Palanitrain
7h 35m
₹6,070–11,478
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 Dindigul Jntrain
3. Take the train from Dindigul Jn to Palanitrain
6h 21m
₹5,790–10,238
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 Palanitrain
7h 20m
₹5,215–9,273

Chennai to Palani by train

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7h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 487.3 km
Duration: 7h 52m

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

You can take a train from Chennai Egmore to Palani via Dindigul Jn in around 7h 52m. Alternatively, Hans Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Palani every 3 hours, and the journey takes 10h. 11 other operators also service this route.

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