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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Punjab is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,000 and takes 45h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Punjab is to fly which takes 5h 49m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹16,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Punjab?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Punjab. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Ludhiana, Punjab via Hyderabad, Telangana and Faridabad, Haryana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Punjab?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Ludhiana Jn. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 45h 55m.

How far is it from Chennai to Punjab?

The distance between Chennai and Punjab is 2043 km. The road distance is 2415.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Punjab without a car is to train via Delhi which takes 37h 2m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹9,500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Chennai to Punjab, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Punjab bus from?

Chennai to Punjab bus services, operated by Vikram Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Punjab train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Punjab?

The best way to get from Chennai to Punjab is to fly which takes 5h 49m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹16,000. Alternatively, you can train via Delhi, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹9,500 and takes 37h 2m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 2 days 4h.

Where does the Chennai to Punjab bus arrive?

Chennai to Punjab bus services, operated by Vikram Travels, arrive at Hyderabad, Telangana station.

Where does the Chennai to Punjab train arrive?

Chennai to Punjab train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Hazrat Nizamuddin station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Punjab?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Punjab is 2415 km. It takes approximately 32h 8m to drive from Chennai to Punjab.

Where can I stay near Punjab?

There are 129+ hotels available in Punjab.

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Fly to Chandigarh International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane MAA - IXC
5h 49m
₹8,641–15,972
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Ludhiana Jntrain 16031
45h 55m
₹1,000–8,000
Train via Delhi
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Hazrat Nizamuddintrain 12621 / ...
2. Take the train from New Delhi to Ludhiana Jntrain 12013 / ...
37h 2m
₹1,233–9,372
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Hyderabad, Telanganabus
2. Take the bus from Hyderabad, Telangana to Faridabad, Haryanabus
3. Take the bus from Faridabad, Haryana to Ludhiana, Punjabbus
2d 4h
Drive 2,415.2 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Ludhiānacar 2,415.2 km
32h 8m
₹27,269–39,389
Fly to Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ)plane MAA - ATQ
8h 14m
₹8,613–13,872
Fly to Kangra Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Kangra Airport (DHM)plane MAA - DHM
2. Take the taxi from Kangra Airport (DHM) to Pathānkottaxi
8h 1m
₹17,913–42,272

Chennai to Punjab by train

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37h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,043.2 km
Duration: 5h 49m

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

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Limited fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chennai Central to Ludhiana Jn via Hazrat Nizamuddin and New Delhi in around 37h 2m.

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How to get fromChennai to Punjabby plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Fly to Chandigarh International Airport

Train

Train via Delhi

Bus

Drive 2,415.2 km

Fly to Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport

Fly to Kangra Airport, taxi