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There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Velankanni by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Vellankannitrain train 16175
    7h 30m
    ₹230–1,800

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Chennai to Velankanni Bus standbus bus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
    7h 30m

  3. Drive  308.9 km

    1. Drive from Chennai to Velankannicar car 308.9 km
    5h 4m
    ₹3,025–4,369

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Velankannitaxi taxi 308.9 km
    5h 4m
    ₹6,500–8,500

  5. Fly, bus

    1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane plane MAA - TRZ
    2. Take the bus from Tiruchirappalli to Velankanni Bus standbus bus
    6h 44m

Chennai to Velankanni by train

Calendar7Weekly Trains
Duration7h 30mAverage Duration
Ticket₹230Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 345.6 km
  • Duration: 7h 30m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Vellankanni once daily. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 7h 30m. Alternatively, Rathimeena Travels A operates a bus from Chennai to Velankanni Bus stand every 4 hours, and the journey takes 7h 30m. 13 other operators also service this route.

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