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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Vellankanni is to bus via Nagore which costs ₹700 - ₹2,100 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Vellankanni is to bus via Nagore which takes 4h 42m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,100.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Vellankanni?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Velankanni, Tamil Nadu. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Vellankanni?

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

How far is it from Chennai to Vellankanni?

The distance between Chennai and Vellankanni is 316 km. The road distance is 307.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Vellankanni without a car is to bus via Nagore which takes 4h 42m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Chennai to Vellankanni, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Vellankanni bus from?

Chennai to Vellankanni bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Guindy Industrial Estate station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Vellankanni train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Vellankanni?

The best way to get from Chennai to Vellankanni is to bus via Nagore which takes 4h 42m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹340 - ₹2,700 and takes 8h.

Where does the Chennai to Vellankanni bus arrive?

Chennai to Vellankanni bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Nagore station.

Where does the Chennai to Vellankanni train arrive?

Chennai to Vellankanni train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Nagappattinam station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Vellankanni?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Vellankanni is 307 km. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Chennai to Vellankanni.

Where can I stay near Vellankanni?

There are 89+ hotels available in Vellankanni.

Chennai to Vellankanni - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Bus via Nagore
best
1. Take the bus from Guindy Industrial Estate to Nagorebus
4h 42m
₹701–2,095
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Nagappattinamtrain 16175 / ...
8h
₹344–2,618
Drive 307.3 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Vellankannicar 307.3 km
5h 5m
₹3,456–4,992
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Vellankannitaxi 307.3 km
5h 5m
₹6,500–8,500
Fly, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the train from Ponmlai Gld Rck to Vellankannitrain
8h 1m
₹6,223–9,672
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Velankanni, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Velankanni, Tamil Nadu
7h 57m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu
9h 7m

Chennai to Vellankanni by train

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Distance: 315.7 km
Duration: 4h 42m

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

SETC operates a bus from Guindy Industrial Estate to Nagore hourly. Tickets cost ₹230–800 and the journey takes 3h 29m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Nagappattinam once daily. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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