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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Uthumalai is to train which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,700 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Uthumalai is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 30m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹20,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Uthumalai?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Uthumalai. However, there are services departing from Vadapalani and arriving at Idaikal via Virugambakkam Saradha Nagar and Koyembedu Omni Bus stand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Uthumalai?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Uthumalai. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Pmbakvl Shandy via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

How far is it from Chennai to Uthumalai?

The distance between Chennai and Uthumalai is 622 km. The road distance is 594.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Uthumalai without a car is to bus via Virugambakkam which takes 8h 35m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹3,700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Chennai to Uthumalai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Uthumalai bus from?

Chennai to Uthumalai bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Uthumalai train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Uthumalai?

The best way to get from Chennai to Uthumalai is to bus via Virugambakkam which takes 8h 35m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹3,700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,700 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Chennai to Uthumalai bus arrive?

Chennai to Uthumalai bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Idaikal station.

Where does the Chennai to Uthumalai train arrive?

Chennai to Uthumalai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Pmbakvl Shandy station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Uthumalai?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Uthumalai is 595 km. It takes approximately 9h 2m to drive from Chennai to Uthumalai.

Where can I stay near Uthumalai?

There are 53+ hotels available in Uthumalai.

Chennai to Uthumalai - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Chennai to Uthumalai by plane, taxi, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Tuticorin Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the taxi from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Uthumalaitaxi
4h 30m
₹8,913–19,172
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Pmbakvl Shandytrain 12661 / ...
10h 20m
₹1,191–3,667
Bus via Virugambakkam
1. Take the bus from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand to Idaikalbus
8h 35m
₹1,712–3,646
Drive 594.5 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Uthumalaicar 594.5 km
9h 2m
₹6,707–9,687
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Uthumalaitaxi 594.5 km
9h 2m
₹13,000–16,000
Fly to Trivandrum, taxi
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the taxi from Trivandrum (TRV) to Uthumalaitaxi
4h 45m
₹8,913–14,272
Fly to Madurai, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM)plane MAA - IXM
2. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Sankarankoviltrain
7h 50m
₹6,548–11,507
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Tenkasi, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu
12h 5m

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR) flights

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2h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 622.3 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

Jayavin Travels operates a bus from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand to Idaikal once daily. Tickets cost ₹850–2,600 and the journey takes 6h 12m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Pmbakvl Shandy once daily. Tickets cost ₹340–2,600 and the journey takes 9h 47m.

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