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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Pichavaram is to train which costs ₹900 - ₹2,400 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Pichavaram is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs ₹2,400 - ₹3,500.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Pichavaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Pichavaram. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Pichavaram?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Pichavaram. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Chennai to Pichavaram?

The distance between Chennai and Pichavaram is 259 km. The road distance is 214.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Pichavaram without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs ₹900 - ₹2,400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Chennai to Pichavaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Pichavaram bus from?

Chennai to Pichavaram bus services, operated by Rr Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Pichavaram train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Pichavaram?

The best way to get from Chennai to Pichavaram is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs ₹900 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹1,900 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Chennai to Pichavaram bus arrive?

Chennai to Pichavaram bus services, operated by Rr Travels, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Where does the Chennai to Pichavaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Pichavaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Pichavaram is 214 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Chennai to Pichavaram.

Where can I stay near Pichavaram?

There are 65+ hotels available in Pichavaram.

Chennai to Pichavaram - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chennai to Pichavaram by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Chidambaramtrain 09419 / ...
4h 7m
₹947–2,395
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Chidambarambus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
5h 28m
₹1,110–1,886
Drive 214.4 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Pichavaramcar 214.4 km
3h 45m
₹2,406–3,476
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Pichavaramtaxi 214.4 km
3h 45m
₹4,800–6,000

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Distance: 259.4 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Chidambaram every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Alternatively, Rr Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Chidambaram every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 5h 15m. 21 other operators also service this route.

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