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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Velayuthapuram is to train which costs ₹750 - ₹3,200 and takes 10h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Velayuthapuram is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 28m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Velayuthapuram?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Velayuthapuram. 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 13m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Velayuthapuram?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Velayuthapuram. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Kadayanallur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

How far is it from Chennai to Velayuthapuram?

The distance between Chennai and Velayuthapuram is 752 km. The road distance is 600.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Velayuthapuram without a car is to bus via Virugambakkam which takes 8h 13m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Chennai to Velayuthapuram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Velayuthapuram bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Velayuthapuram train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Velayuthapuram?

The best way to get from Chennai to Velayuthapuram is to bus via Virugambakkam which takes 8h 13m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹750 - ₹3,200 and takes 10h 8m.

Where does the Chennai to Velayuthapuram bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chennai to Velayuthapuram train arrive?

Chennai to Velayuthapuram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kadayanallur station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Velayuthapuram?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Velayuthapuram is 601 km. It takes approximately 9h 5m to drive from Chennai to Velayuthapuram.

Where can I stay near Velayuthapuram?

There are 53+ hotels available in Velayuthapuram.

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

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

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Fly to Trivandrum, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the taxi from Trivandrum (TRV) to Velayuthapuramtaxi
4h 28m
₹8,413–13,772
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Kadayanallurtrain 12661 / ...
10h 8m
₹774–3,142
Bus via Virugambakkam
1. Take the bus from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand to Idaikalbus
8h 13m
₹1,202–3,056
Drive 600.6 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Velayuthapuramcar 600.6 km
9h 5m
₹6,771–9,781
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Velayuthapuramtaxi 600.6 km
9h 5m
₹13,000–16,000
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the taxi from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Velayuthapuramtaxi
4h 46m
₹9,413–19,672
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 Kadayanallurtrain
8h 4m
₹6,238–11,257
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Tenkasi, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu
11h 49m

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

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1h 15mAverage Duration

₹5,819Cheapest Price

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Distance: 751.7 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Velayuthapuram, 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 Kadayanallur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹340–2,600 and the journey takes 9h 58m.

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