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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Prayagraj is to train which costs ₹800 - ₹6,500 and takes 32h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Prayagraj is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 48m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Prayagraj?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Prayagraj. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Allahabad via Hyderabad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Prayagraj?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Prayagraj Jn. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 32h 5m.

How far is it from Chennai to Prayagraj?

The distance between Chennai and Prayagraj is 1546 km. The road distance is 1666.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Prayagraj without a car is to train which takes 32h 5m and costs ₹800 - ₹6,500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Chennai to Prayagraj, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Prayagraj bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Prayagraj train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Prayagraj?

The best way to get from Chennai to Prayagraj is to train which takes 32h 5m and costs ₹800 - ₹6,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,400 - ₹8,000 and takes 35h 38m, you could also fly, which costs ₹9,000 - ₹24,000 and takes 8h 7m.

Where does the Chennai to Prayagraj bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chennai to Prayagraj train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Prayagraj?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Prayagraj is 1667 km. It takes approximately 25h 25m to drive from Chennai to Prayagraj.

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

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Where can I stay near Prayagraj?

There are 288+ hotels available in Prayagraj.

Chennai to Prayagraj - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Prayagraj by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Varanasi Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane MAA - VNS
2. Take the taxi from Varanasi-Airport-VNS to Prayagrajtaxi
5h 48m
₹9,930–16,438
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Prayagraj Jntrain 12669
32h 5m
₹800–6,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Hyderabadbus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Hyderabad to Allahabadbus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Seater /Sleeper
35h 38m
₹1,475–7,959
Drive 1,666.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Prayagrajcar 1,666.7 km
25h 25m
₹18,658–26,950
Fly to Allahabad
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Allahabad (IXD)plane MAA - IXD
8h 7m
₹9,065–23,073
Fly to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO)plane MAA - LKO
2. Take the train from Lucknow to Kanpur Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Kanpur Central to Prayagraj Jntrain
9h 21m
₹8,860–16,578

Chennai to Prayagraj by train

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32h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,546.4 km
Duration: 5h 48m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Prayagraj Jn twice a week. Tickets cost ₹800–6,500 and the journey takes 32h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chennai to Allahabad via Hyderabad in around 35h 38m.

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