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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Shrilanka is to train and drive which costs $25 - $110 and takes 40h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Shrilanka is to fly and drive which takes 8h 47m and costs $120 - $260.

How far is it from Chennai to Shrilanka?

The distance between Chennai and Shrilanka is 1948 km. The road distance is 2052.2 km.

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

It takes approximately 8h 47m to get from Chennai to Shrilanka, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chennai and Shrilanka?

Shrilanka is 15 min ahead of Chennai. It is currently 6:51 PM in Chennai and 7:06 PM in Shrilanka.

Can I drive from Chennai to Shrilanka?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Shrilanka is 2052 km. It takes approximately 31h 21m to drive from Chennai to Shrilanka.

Where can I stay near Shrilanka?

There are six+ hotels available in Shrilanka.

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

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

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Fly to Pantnagar Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Pantnagar Airport (PGH)plane MAA - PGH
2. Drive from Pantnagar Airport (PGH) to Shrilankacar
8h 47m
$129–258
Train, drive
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Aishbaghtrain
2. Take the train from Aishbagh to Puranpurtrain
3. Drive from Puranpur to Shrilankacar
40h 42m
$25–106
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Hyderabadbus
2. Take the bus from Hyderabad to Delhibus
3. Take the bus from Delhi to Pilibhitbus
4. Drive from Pilibhit to Shrilankacar
2d 8h
Drive 2,052.2 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Shrilankacar 2,052.2 km
31h 21m
$263–379
Fly to Bareilly Airport, train, drive
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Bareilly Airport (BEK)plane MAA - BEK
2. Take the train from Bhojipura Jn to Puranpurtrain
3. Drive from Puranpur to Shrilankacar
11h
$158–317
Fly to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport, train, drive
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO)plane MAA - LKO
2. Take the train from Aishbagh to Puranpurtrain
3. Drive from Puranpur to Shrilankacar
11h 24m
$107–188

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Pantnagar Airport (PGH) flights

35Weekly Planes

6h 47mAverage Duration

$118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,947.9 km
Duration: 8h 47m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Shrilanka, Nepal?

There is no direct connection from Chennai to Shrilanka. However, you can take the subway to Airport, walk to Madras-Airport-MAA airport, fly to Pantnagar Airport (PGH), then drive to Shrilanka. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chennai Central to Shrilanka via Aishbagh and Puranpur in around 40h 42m.

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