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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Pallathur is to night bus which costs ₹850 - ₹1,000 and takes 11h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Pallathur is to fly and train which takes 5h 21m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Pallathur?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Pallathur. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Karaikudi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Pallathur?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Pallathur. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Karaikkudi Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Chennai to Pallathur?

The distance between Chennai and Pallathur is 437 km. The road distance is 406.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Pallathur without a car is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Chennai to Pallathur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Pallathur bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Pallathur train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Pallathur?

The best way to get from Chennai to Pallathur is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Chennai to Pallathur bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chennai to Pallathur train arrive?

Chennai to Pallathur train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Karaikkudi Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Pallathur?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Pallathur is 406 km. It takes approximately 5h 57m to drive from Chennai to Pallathur.

Where can I stay near Pallathur?

There are 43+ hotels available in Pallathur.

Chennai to Pallathur - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car

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There are 7 ways to get from Chennai to Pallathur by train, bus, night bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Karaikkudi Jntrain 22661 / ...
7h 2m
₹635–2,439
Train via Tiruchirappalli
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Tiruchchirapalitrain 16127 / ...
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Kottaiyurtrain 16849
7h 55m
₹611–3,151
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Karaikudibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
8h 55m
Night bus
1. Take the nightbus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus to Tirumayannightbus
11h 12m
₹850–979
Drive 406.5 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Pallathurcar 406.5 km
5h 57m
₹4,552–6,574
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Pallathurtaxi 406.5 km
5h 57m
₹9,000–11,000
Fly, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Kottaiyurtrain
5h 21m
₹5,910–9,538

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

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1h 6mAverage Duration

₹5,336Cheapest Price

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Distance: 437.2 km
Duration: 7h 2m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Karaikkudi Jn 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹260–2,000 and the journey takes 6h 48m. Alternatively, Hans Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Karaikudi every 3 hours, and the journey takes 8h 40m. 16 other operators also service this route.

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