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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Ranipet is to bus which costs ₹250 - ₹750 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Ranipet is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ₹460 - ₹1,500.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Ranipet?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chennai and arriving at Arcot. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Ranipet?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Ranipet. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Walajah Road Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Chennai to Ranipet?

The distance between Chennai and Ranipet is 112 km. The road distance is 114.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Ranipet without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ₹460 - ₹1,500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Chennai to Ranipet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Ranipet bus from?

Chennai to Ranipet bus services, operated by Pranav Nandhan Roadlines, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Ranipet train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Ranipet?

The best way to get from Chennai to Ranipet is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ₹460 - ₹1,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹250 - ₹750 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Chennai to Ranipet bus arrive?

Chennai to Ranipet bus services, operated by Pranav Nandhan Roadlines, arrive at Arcot station.

Where does the Chennai to Ranipet train arrive?

Chennai to Ranipet train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Walajah Road Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Ranipet?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Ranipet is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Chennai to Ranipet.

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

Book your Chennai to Ranipet bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ranipet?

There are 86+ hotels available in Ranipet.

Chennai to Ranipet - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chennai to Ranipet by train, bus (Flixbus), car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Walajah Road Jntrain 12292 / ...
1h 39m
₹465–1,502
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Chennai to Arcotbus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2h 40m
₹250–750
Drive 114.2 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Ranipetcar 114.2 km
1h 39m
₹1,282–1,852
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Ranipettaxi 114.2 km
1h 39m
₹2,900–3,500

Chennai to Ranipet by bus

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Distance: 112.2 km
Duration: 1h 39m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Walajah Road Jn every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹140–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, Pranav Nandhan Roadlines operates a bus from Chennai to Arcot hourly, and the journey takes 2h 40m. Nine other operators also service this route.

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