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How to get fromChidambaram to Chennaiby bus, train, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chidambaram to Chennai by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Bus

    best
    1. Take the bus from Chidambaram to Chennaibus bus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
    5h
    ₹410–1,400

  2. Train

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Chidambaram to Chennai Egmoretrain train 09420 / ...
    5h
    ₹190–1,500

  3. Drive  216.2 km

    1. Drive from Chidambaram to Chennaicar car 216.2 km
    3h 30m
    ₹2,426–3,504

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chidambaram to Chennaitaxi taxi 216.2 km
    3h 30m
    ₹4,800–6,000

Chidambaram to Chennai by bus

Calendar481Weekly Buses
Duration5hAverage Duration
Ticket₹410Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 214.7 km
  • Duration: 5h

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

Rr Travels operates a bus from Chidambaram to Chennai hourly, and the journey takes 5h. 29 other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chidambaram to Chennai Egmore every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 5h.

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