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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Silchar is to train which costs ₹1,200 - ₹9,500 and takes 2 days 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Silchar is to fly which takes 7h 32m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹25,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Silchar?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Silchar. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Silchar, Assam via Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, Siliguri, West Bengal and Shillong, Meghalaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 11h.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Silchar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Perambur and arriving at Silchar. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from Chennai to Silchar?

The distance between Chennai and Silchar is 1933 km. The road distance is 2261.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Silchar without a car is to train which takes 2 days 6h and costs ₹1,200 - ₹9,500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Chennai to Silchar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Silchar bus from?

Chennai to Silchar bus services, operated by MRM Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Silchar train from?

Chennai to Silchar train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Perambur station.

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Silchar?

The best way to get from Chennai to Silchar is to fly which takes 7h 32m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹25,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹9,500 and takes 2 days 6h, you could also bus, which costs and takes 2 days 11h.

Where does the Chennai to Silchar bus arrive?

Chennai to Silchar bus services, operated by MRM Travels, arrive at Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh station.

Where does the Chennai to Silchar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Silchar?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Silchar is 2261 km. It takes approximately 33h 1m to drive from Chennai to Silchar.

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

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Where can I stay near Silchar?

There are 18+ hotels available in Silchar.

Chennai to Silchar - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chennai to Silchar by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Silchar Airport (IXS)plane MAA - IXS
7h 32m
₹9,023–24,372
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Silchartrain 12507 / ...
2d 6h
₹1,200–9,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Vijayawada, Andhra Pradeshbus
2. Take the bus from Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh to Siliguri, West Bengalbus
3. Take the bus from Siliguri, West Bengal to Shillong, Meghalayabus
4. Take the bus from Shillong, Meghalaya to Silchar, Assambus
2d 11h
Drive 2,261.1 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Silcharcar 2,261.1 km
33h 1m
₹25,430–36,733

Chennai to Silchar by train

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2d 6hAverage Duration

₹1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,933.5 km
Duration: 7h 32m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Air India Express, and Spicejet fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Silchar Airport (IXS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Perambur to Silchar twice a week. Tickets cost ₹1,200–9,500 and the journey takes 2d 6h.

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