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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Velachery is to subway and line 119 bus which costs ₹30 - ₹60 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Velachery is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs ₹490 - ₹600.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Velachery?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vadapalani and arriving at Velachery. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Velachery?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chintadaripet and arriving at Perungudi. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Chennai to Velachery?

The distance between Chennai and Velachery is 16 km. The road distance is 17.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Velachery without a car is to subway and line 119 bus which takes 41 min and costs ₹30 - ₹60.

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

It takes approximately 41 min to get from Chennai to Velachery, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Velachery bus from?

Chennai to Velachery bus services, operated by Mettur Super Services, depart from Vadapalani station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Velachery train from?

Chennai to Velachery train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chintadaripet station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Velachery?

The best way to get from Chennai to Velachery is to line 41001 train which takes 46 min and costs ₹110 - ₹900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹160 - ₹1,100 and takes 1h.

Where does the Chennai to Velachery bus arrive?

Chennai to Velachery bus services, operated by Mettur Super Services, arrive at Velachery station.

Where does the Chennai to Velachery train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Velachery?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Velachery is 17 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Chennai to Velachery.

Where can I stay near Velachery?

There are 1207+ hotels available in Velachery.

Chennai to Velachery - 5 ways to travel via subway, and line 119 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Velachery by subway, bus, train, taxi, or car

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Subway, line 119 bus
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1. Take the subway from Puratchi Thalaivar Dr.M.G.Ramachandran Central Metro to Little Mountsubway Corridor 1
2. Take the bus from Little Mount to Velachery Vijayanagarbus 119
41 min
₹34–58
Line 41001 train
1. Take the train from Chintadaripet to Perunguditrain 41001 / ...
46 min
₹110–900
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Velacherytaxi 17.3 km
18 min
₹490–600
Drive 17.3 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Velacherycar 17.3 km
18 min
₹196–283
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vadapalani to Velacherybus
1h
₹160–1,100

Chennai to Velachery by train and foot

280Weekly Services

46 minAverage Duration

₹110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 15.9 km
Duration: 41 min

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chintadaripet to Perungudi every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₹110–900 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Mettur Super Services operates a bus from Vadapalani to Velachery twice daily. Tickets cost ₹160–1,100 and the journey takes 1h.

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