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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Talaivāsal is to train which costs ₹310 - ₹2,500 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Talaivāsal is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs ₹3,000 - ₹4,400.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Talaivāsal?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Talaivāsal. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Talaivāsal?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Talaivāsal. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Talaivasal via Vridhachalam Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Chennai to Talaivāsal?

The distance between Chennai and Talaivāsal is 279 km. The road distance is 267.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Talaivāsal without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Chennai to Talaivāsal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Talaivāsal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Talaivāsal train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Talaivāsal?

The best way to get from Chennai to Talaivāsal is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Chennai to Talaivāsal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chennai to Talaivāsal train arrive?

Chennai to Talaivāsal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Vridhachalam Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Talaivāsal?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Talaivāsal is 268 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Chennai to Talaivāsal.

Where can I stay near Talaivāsal?

There are two+ hotels available in Talaivāsal.

Chennai to Talaivāsal - 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 Vridhachalam Jntrain 12635 / ...
2. Take the train from Vridhachalam Jn to Talaivasaltrain 06121 / ...
5h 6m
₹315–2,411
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu
5h 26m
Drive 267.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Talaivāsalcar 267.7 km
3h 58m
₹3,020–4,363
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Talaivāsaltaxi 267.7 km
3h 58m
₹6,000–7,500
Fly, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
2. Take the train from Salem Town to Talaivasaltrain
5h 1m
₹4,343–11,972

Chennai to Talaivāsal by train

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Distance: 278.8 km
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Chennai Egmore to Talaivasal via Vridhachalam Jn in around 5h 6m. 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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