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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Sarnath is to train via Perambur which costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,000 and takes 38h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Sarnath is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Sarnath?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Sarnath. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Varanasi via Hyderabad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Sarnath?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Sarnath. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Sarnath via Varanasi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 51m.

How far is it from Chennai to Sarnath?

The distance between Chennai and Sarnath is 1452 km. The road distance is 1732 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Sarnath without a car is to train which takes 36h 51m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Chennai to Sarnath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Sarnath bus from?

Chennai to Sarnath bus services, operated by Hans Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Sarnath train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Sarnath?

The best way to get from Chennai to Sarnath is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹14,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,000 and takes 36h 51m, you could also bus, which costs ₹1,700 - ₹8,500 and takes 42h 6m.

Where does the Chennai to Sarnath bus arrive?

Chennai to Sarnath bus services, operated by Hans Travels, arrive at Hyderabad station.

Where does the Chennai to Sarnath train arrive?

Chennai to Sarnath train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varanasi Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Sarnath?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Sarnath is 1732 km. It takes approximately 26h 44m to drive from Chennai to Sarnath.

Where can I stay near Sarnath?

There are 1557+ hotels available in Sarnath.

Chennai to Sarnath - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Sarnath by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Chennai International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane MAA - VNS
4h 8m
₹8,530–13,688
Train via Perambur
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Varanasi Jntrain 22669
38h 31m
₹1,003–7,527
Train
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Varanasi Jntrain 12669
36h 51m
₹1,007–7,557
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Hyderabadbus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Hyderabad to Varanasibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
42h 6m
₹1,765–8,249
Drive 1,732 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Sarnathcar 1,732 km
26h 44m
₹19,345–27,943
Train to Tirupati Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Renigunta Jntrain
2. Fly from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane TIR - VNS
7h 57m
₹10,327–26,059

Chennai to Sarnath by train

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Distance: 1,451.8 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Varanasi Jn twice a week. Tickets cost ₹850–7,000 and the journey takes 35h 30m.

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