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

The cheapest way to get from Chidambaram to Tirupati is to train which costs ₹230 - ₹1,800 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chidambaram to Tirupati is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs ₹3,100 - ₹4,600.

Is there a direct bus between Chidambaram and Tirupati?

No, there is no direct bus from Chidambaram to Tirupati. However, there are services departing from Chidambaram and arriving at Tirupathi via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu and Chennai Madhavaram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Chidambaram and Tirupati?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chidambaram and arriving at Tirupati. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Chidambaram to Tirupati?

The distance between Chidambaram and Tirupati is 349 km. The road distance is 283.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chidambaram to Tirupati without a car is to train via Chittoor which takes 8h 1m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,700.

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

It takes approximately 8h 1m to get from Chidambaram to Tirupati, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chidambaram to Tirupati bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chidambaram to Tirupati train from?

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

Train or bus from Chidambaram to Tirupati?

The best way to get from Chidambaram to Tirupati is to train via Chittoor which takes 8h 1m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹650 - ₹1,800 and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Chidambaram to Tirupati bus arrive?

Chidambaram to Tirupati 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 Tirupati train arrive?

Chidambaram to Tirupati train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chittor station.

Can I drive from Chidambaram to Tirupati?

Yes, the driving distance between Chidambaram to Tirupati is 283 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Chidambaram to Tirupati.

Where can I stay near Tirupati?

There are 357+ hotels available in Tirupati.

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

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

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Train via Chittoor
best
1. Take the train from Chidambaram to Chittortrain 17408
2. Take the train from Chittor to Tirupatitrain 12798 / ...
8h 1m
₹340–2,691
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chidambaram to Tirupatitrain 16780 / ...
9h 10m
₹230–1,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chidambaram to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus Chidambaram - Chennai
2. Take the bus from Chennai Madhavaram to Tirupathibus
8h 42m
₹650–1,795
Drive 283.3 km
1. Drive from Chidambaram to Tirupaticar 283.3 km
4h 28m
₹3,187–4,603
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chidambaram to Tirupatitaxi 283.3 km
4h 28m
₹4,200–5,500
Bus via Chennai
1. Take the bus from Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Chennai Madhavaram to Tirupathibus
10h 21m

Chidambaram to Tirupati by train

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8h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 349.4 km
Duration: 8h 1m

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

You can take a train from Chidambaram to Tirupati via Chittor in around 8h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chidambaram to Tirupathi via Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu), FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu, FlixBus Chennai - Madhavaram, and Chennai Madhavaram in around 8h 42m.

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