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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Walajapet is to bus via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu which costs ₹550 - ₹950 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Walajapet is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Walajapet?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Walajapet. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Arcot via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Walajapet?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Walajapet. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Walajah Road Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Chennai to Walajapet?

The distance between Chennai and Walajapet is 111 km. The road distance is 109.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Walajapet without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ₹430 - ₹1,500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Chennai to Walajapet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Walajapet bus from?

Chennai to Walajapet bus services, operated by Pranav Nandhan Roadlines, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Walajapet train from?

Chennai to Walajapet train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Central station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Walajapet?

The best way to get from Chennai to Walajapet is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ₹430 - ₹1,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹650 - ₹1,100 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Chennai to Walajapet bus arrive?

Chennai to Walajapet bus services, operated by Pranav Nandhan Roadlines, arrive at Arcot station.

Where does the Chennai to Walajapet train arrive?

Chennai to Walajapet train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Walajah Road Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Walajapet?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Walajapet is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Chennai to Walajapet.

Where can I stay near Walajapet?

There are 61+ hotels available in Walajapet.

Chennai to Walajapet - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Walajapet by train, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Walajah Road Jntrain 12292 / ...
1h 39m
₹435–1,472
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Arcotbus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2h 47m
₹648–1,093
Drive 109.6 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Walajapetcar 109.6 km
1h 35m
₹1,073–1,550
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Walajapettaxi 109.6 km
1h 35m
₹2,800–3,400
Bus via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Arcot - Bypassbus FlixBus IN4317 / ...
3h 27m
₹548–947

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Distance: 111.2 km
Duration: 1h 39m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Walajah Road Jn every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹140–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, Pranav Nandhan Roadlines operates a bus from Chennai to Arcot hourly, and the journey takes 2h 40m. Eight other operators also service this route.

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