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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Sankarapuram is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,200 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Sankarapuram is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,800.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Sankarapuram?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Sankarapuram. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Sankarapuram?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Sankarapuram. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Tirukoilur via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Chennai to Sankarapuram?

The distance between Chennai and Sankarapuram is 232 km. The road distance is 230.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Sankarapuram without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Chennai to Sankarapuram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Sankarapuram bus from?

Chennai to Sankarapuram bus services, operated by Kg Bus Transports, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Sankarapuram train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Sankarapuram?

The best way to get from Chennai to Sankarapuram is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Chennai to Sankarapuram bus arrive?

Chennai to Sankarapuram bus services, operated by Kg Bus Transports, arrive at Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Sankarapuram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Sankarapuram?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Sankarapuram is 231 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Chennai to Sankarapuram.

Where can I stay near Sankarapuram?

There are two+ hotels available in Sankarapuram.

Chennai to Sankarapuram - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Villupuram Jntrain 12693 / ...
4h 59m
₹1,025–3,159
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu
5h 16m
Drive 230.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Sankarapuramcar 230.7 km
3h 35m
₹2,601–3,757
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Sankarapuramtaxi 230.7 km
3h 35m
₹5,000–6,500
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
2. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadubus
4h 51m

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV) flights

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1h 10mAverage Duration

₹4,090Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.1 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Sankarapuram, Tamil Nādu, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Villupuram Jn hourly. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, Kg Bus Transports operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 5h.

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