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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Pāpanāsam is to bus and train which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,000 and takes 12h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Pāpanāsam is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 1m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Pāpanāsam?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Pāpanāsam. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Ambasamudram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Pāpanāsam?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Pāpanāsam. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Ambasamudram via Tirunelveli. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 25m.

How far is it from Chennai to Pāpanāsam?

The distance between Chennai and Pāpanāsam is 769 km. The road distance is 640.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Pāpanāsam without a car is to train via Tirunelveli which takes 11h 25m and costs ₹850 - ₹4,100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Chennai to Pāpanāsam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Pāpanāsam bus from?

Chennai to Pāpanāsam bus services, operated by Al Ayaan Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Pāpanāsam train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Pāpanāsam?

The best way to get from Chennai to Pāpanāsam is to train via Tirunelveli which takes 11h 25m and costs ₹850 - ₹4,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h.

Where does the Chennai to Pāpanāsam bus arrive?

Chennai to Pāpanāsam bus services, operated by Al Ayaan Travels, arrive at Ambasamudram station.

Where does the Chennai to Pāpanāsam train arrive?

Chennai to Pāpanāsam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tirunelveli station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Pāpanāsam?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Pāpanāsam is 640 km. It takes approximately 9h 43m to drive from Chennai to Pāpanāsam.

Where can I stay near Pāpanāsam?

There are 21+ hotels available in Pāpanāsam.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Chennai to Pāpanāsam 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 to Trivandrum, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the taxi from Trivandrum (TRV) to Pāpanāsamtaxi
5h 1m
₹9,330–17,038
Train via Tirunelveli
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Tirunelvelitrain 12633 / ...
11h 25m
₹857–4,041
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Ambasamudrambus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
12h
Drive 640.4 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Pāpanāsamcar 640.4 km
9h 43m
₹7,168–10,353
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the train from Tuti Melur to Ambasamudramtrain
6h 10m
₹8,170–17,368
Fly to Cochin International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the taxi from Kochi-Airport-COK to Pāpanāsamtaxi
6h 48m
₹10,530–16,538
Fly to Madurai, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM)plane MAA - IXM
2. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Ambasamudramtrain
8h 36m
₹5,635–9,953
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Kovilpattibus Chennai - Kovilpatti
2. Take the train from Kovilpatti to Ambasamudramtrain 16845
12h 43m
₹1,101–2,945
Train
1. Take the train from Tambaram to Ambasamudramtrain 20683
14h 22m
₹886–4,278

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

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2h 1mAverage Duration

₹5,143Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chennai to Pāpanāsam.

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Distance: 769.3 km
Duration: 5h 1m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Tirunelveli every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹340–2,700 and the journey takes 9h 50m. Alternatively, Al Ayaan Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Ambasamudram once daily, and the journey takes 11h 50m. Five other operators also service this route.

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