What is the cheapest way to get from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram?

The cheapest way to get from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram is to bus which costs ₹450 - ₹1,500 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram?

The fastest way to get from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs ₹2,200 - ₹3,300.

Is there a direct bus between Chidambaram and Pallāvaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram. However, there are services departing from Chidambaram and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Pallavaram via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chidambaram and Pallāvaram?

No, there is no direct train from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram. However, there are services departing from Chidambaram and arriving at Pallavaram via Tambaram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram?

The distance between Chidambaram and Pallāvaram is 225 km. The road distance is 201.4 km.

How do I travel from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram without a car?

The best way to get from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs ₹280 - ₹2,300.

How long does it take to get from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chidambaram to Pallāvaram bus from?

Chidambaram to Pallāvaram bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Chidambaram station.

Where do I catch the Chidambaram to Pallāvaram train from?

Chidambaram to Pallāvaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chidambaram station.

Train or bus from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram?

The best way to get from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs ₹280 - ₹2,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹450 - ₹1,500 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Chidambaram to Pallāvaram bus arrive?

Chidambaram to Pallāvaram bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) station.

Where does the Chidambaram to Pallāvaram train arrive?

Chidambaram to Pallāvaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tambaram station.

Can I drive from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Chidambaram to Pallāvaram is 201 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram.

Where can I stay near Pallāvaram?

There are 1205+ hotels available in Pallāvaram.

Chidambaram to Pallāvaram - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Chidambaram to Pallāvaram by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Chidambaram to Tambaramtrain 09420 / ...
4h 13m
₹288–2,277
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chidambaram to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus Chidambaram - Chennai
5h 35m
₹454–1,495
Drive 201.4 km
1. Drive from Chidambaram to Pallāvaramcar 201.4 km
3h 17m
₹2,268–3,276
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chidambaram to Pallāvaramtaxi 201.4 km
3h 17m
₹4,500–5,500
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Chidambaram to Tiruchchirapalitrain
2. Fly from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRZ - MAA
6h 8m
₹6,165–8,856
Bus via Puratchi Thalaivar Dr.M.G.Ramachandran Central Metro
1. Take the bus from Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
5h 48m

Chidambaram to Pallāvaram by train

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4h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 225.3 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chidambaram to Tambaram every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 3h 58m. Alternatively, IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Chidambaram to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) once daily. Tickets cost ₹440–1,400 and the journey takes 4h.

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