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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Tambaram is to bus and line 66 bus which costs ₹18 - ₹75 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Tambaram is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs ₹700 - ₹900.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Tambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Tambaram. However, there are services departing from Vadapalani and arriving at T B Sanatorium via Kundrathur Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Tambaram?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Park and arriving at Tambaram Sntrm. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Chennai to Tambaram?

The distance between Chennai and Tambaram is 24 km. The road distance is 28.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Tambaram without a car is to line 40001 train which takes 41 min and costs ₹110 - ₹900.

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

The line 40001 train from Chennai Park to Tambaram Sntrm takes 41 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Tambaram bus from?

Chennai to Tambaram bus services, operated by MTC, depart from Vadapalani station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Tambaram train from?

Chennai to Tambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Park station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Tambaram?

The best way to get from Chennai to Tambaram is to line 40001 train which takes 41 min and costs ₹110 - ₹900. Alternatively, you can bus and line 66 bus, which costs ₹18 - ₹75 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Chennai to Tambaram bus arrive?

Chennai to Tambaram bus services, operated by MTC, arrive at Shri Nagathaman Temple station.

Where does the Chennai to Tambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Tambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Tambaram is 28 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Chennai to Tambaram.

Where can I stay near Tambaram?

There are 1214+ hotels available in Tambaram.

Chennai to Tambaram - 4 ways to travel via line 40001 train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chennai to Tambaram by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 40001 train
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Park to Tambaram Sntrmtrain 40001 / ...
41 min
₹110–900
Bus, line 66 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vadapalani to Shri Nagathaman Templebus M88
2. Take the bus from Kundrathur Bus Station to T B Sanatoriumbus 66
1h 29m
₹19–70
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Tambaramtaxi 28.5 km
31 min
₹700–900
Drive 28.5 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Tambaramcar 28.5 km
31 min
₹325–470

Chennai to Tambaram by train

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Distance: 24.4 km
Duration: 41 min

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Park to Tambaram Sntrm every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ₹110–900 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vadapalani to T B Sanatorium via Kundrathur Bus Station in around 1h 29m.

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