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

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

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  1. Bus

    best
    1. Take the bus from Cuddalore to Chennaibus bus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
    4h
    ₹380–2,100

  2. Train

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Chennai Egmoretrain train 11018 / ...
    4h 42m
    ₹180–1,400

  3. Drive  173.5 km

    1. Drive from Cuddalore to Chennaicar car 173.5 km
    2h 53m
    ₹1,943–2,807

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Cuddalore to Chennaitaxi taxi 173.5 km
    2h 53m
    ₹3,900–4,700

Cuddalore to Chennai by bus

Calendar152Weekly Buses
Duration4hAverage Duration
Ticket₹380Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 174.2 km
  • Duration: 4h

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

Al Ayaan Travels operates a bus from Cuddalore to Chennai 5 times a day, and the journey takes 4h. 22 other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Chennai Egmore 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 42m.

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