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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Purnia is to train which costs ₹950 - ₹7,500 and takes 38h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Purnia is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹35,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Purnia?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Purnia. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Purnia via Kolkata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Purnia?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Purnia. However, there are services departing from Perambur and arriving at Purnia Jn via Katihar Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 15m.

How far is it from Chennai to Purnia?

The distance between Chennai and Purnia is 1633 km. The road distance is 1977.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Purnia without a car is to train which takes 38h 15m and costs ₹950 - ₹7,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Chennai to Purnia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Purnia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Purnia train from?

Chennai to Purnia train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Perambur station.

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Purnia?

The best way to get from Chennai to Purnia is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹35,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹950 - ₹7,500 and takes 38h 15m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 2 days 4h.

Where does the Chennai to Purnia bus arrive?

Chennai to Purnia bus services, operated by MRM Travels, arrive at Kolkata station.

Where does the Chennai to Purnia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Purnia?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Purnia is 1978 km. It takes approximately 29h 43m to drive from Chennai to Purnia.

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

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Where can I stay near Purnia?

There are five+ hotels available in Purnia.

Chennai to Purnia - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chennai to Purnia by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Purnea Airport (PXN)plane MAA - PXN
6h 2m
₹13,320–34,388
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Katihar Jntrain 15227
38h 15m
₹985–7,440
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Kolkatabus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Purniabus redbusIndia_NON A/C Seater / ...
2d 4h
Drive 1,977.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Purniacar 1,977.7 km
29h 43m
₹22,189–32,051

Chennai to Purnia by train

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Distance: 1,632.9 km
Duration: 6h 2m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Air India Express, and two other airlines fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Purnea Airport (PXN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Perambur to Katihar Jn once a week. Tickets cost ₹850–7,000 and the journey takes 36h 45m.

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