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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Polavaram is to train which costs ₹950 - ₹3,300 and takes 9h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Polavaram is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 47m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Polavaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Polavaram. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Rajamahendravaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Polavaram?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Polavaram. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Rajamundry via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Chennai to Polavaram?

The distance between Chennai and Polavaram is 553 km. The road distance is 589.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Polavaram without a car is to train which takes 9h 12m and costs ₹950 - ₹3,300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Chennai to Polavaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Polavaram bus from?

Chennai to Polavaram bus services, operated by MRM Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Polavaram train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Polavaram?

The best way to get from Chennai to Polavaram is to train which takes 9h 12m and costs ₹950 - ₹3,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,700 - ₹4,000 and takes 11h 52m.

Where does the Chennai to Polavaram bus arrive?

Chennai to Polavaram bus services, operated by MRM Travels, arrive at Rajamahendravaram station.

Where does the Chennai to Polavaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Polavaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Polavaram is 590 km. It takes approximately 9h 12m to drive from Chennai to Polavaram.

Chennai to Polavaram - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Chennai to Polavaram by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Chennai International Airport to Rajahmundry Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Rajahmundry Airport (RJA)plane MAA - RJA
2. Take the taxi from Rajahmundry Airport (RJA) to Polavaramtaxi
3h 47m
₹6,330–15,038
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Rajamundrytrain 12842 / ...
9h 12m
₹972–3,224
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Rajamahendravarambus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
11h 52m
₹1,738–3,954
Drive 589.5 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Polavaramcar 589.5 km
9h 12m
₹6,614–9,554
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Polavaramtaxi 589.5 km
9h 12m
₹13,000–16,000
Fly Chennai International Airport to Vijayawada Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)plane MAA - VGA
2. Take the taxi from Vijayawada-Airport-VGA to Polavaramtaxi
5h 8m
₹8,430–13,938
Train to Tirupati Airport, fly to Rajahmundry Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Renigunta Jntrain
2. Fly from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Rajahmundry Airport (RJA)plane TIR - RJA
3. Take the taxi from Rajahmundry Airport (RJA) to Polavaramtaxi
5h 56m
₹7,627–23,409
Train via Perambur
1. Take the train from Perambur to Godavaritrain 13352
11h 54m
₹973–3,282
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Rajanagarambus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
2. Take the taxi from Rajanagaram to Polavaramtaxi
12h 27m

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Rajahmundry Airport (RJA) flights

14Weekly Planes

2h 32mAverage Duration

₹5,750Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chennai to Polavaram.

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Distance: 553.1 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Rajamundry 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹320–2,500 and the journey takes 8h 38m. Alternatively, MRM Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Rajamahendravaram every 4 hours, and the journey takes 11h 15m. Six other operators also service this route.

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