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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Vallimalai is to train which costs ₹600 - ₹1,800 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Vallimalai is to train and taxi which takes 1h 56m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Vallimalai?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Vallimalai. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Arcot via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Vallimalai?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Vallimalai. However, there are services departing from Perambur and arriving at Mukundarayapurm via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Chennai to Vallimalai?

The distance between Chennai and Vallimalai is 125 km. The road distance is 132.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Vallimalai without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 56m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Chennai to Vallimalai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Vallimalai bus from?

Chennai to Vallimalai bus services, operated by Hans Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Vallimalai train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Vallimalai?

The best way to get from Chennai to Vallimalai is to bus which takes 2h 58m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹600 - ₹1,800 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Chennai to Vallimalai bus arrive?

Chennai to Vallimalai bus services, operated by Hans Travels, arrive at Arcot station.

Where does the Chennai to Vallimalai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Vallimalai?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Vallimalai is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Chennai to Vallimalai.

Where can I stay near Vallimalai?

There are 94+ hotels available in Vallimalai.

Chennai to Vallimalai - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Vallimalai by train, taxi, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Walajah Road Jntrain 12292 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Walajah Road Jn to Vallimalaitaxi
1h 56m
₹745–1,912
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Mukundarayapurmtrain 16089
2h 11m
₹636–1,718
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Arcotbus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2h 58m
₹1,057–3,674
Drive 132.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Vallimalaicar 132.7 km
1h 58m
₹1,486–2,146
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Vallimalaitaxi 132.7 km
1h 58m
₹3,300–4,000
Bus via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Arcot - Bypassbus FlixBus IN4317 / ...
3h 33m
₹898–1,427

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Distance: 125.2 km
Duration: 1h 56m

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

Hans Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Arcot 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 35m. 10 other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Perambur to Mukundarayapurm once daily. Tickets cost ₹140–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 56m.

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