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

The cheapest way to get from Delhi to Chennai is to train which costs ₹900 - ₹7,000 and takes 33h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Delhi to Chennai is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Delhi and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Delhi to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Karol Bagh Terminal and arriving at Chennai via Gurugram and Nagpur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Delhi and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New Delhi and arriving at Chennai Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33h 30m.

How far is it from Delhi to Chennai?

The distance between Delhi and Chennai is 1793 km. The road distance is 2101.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Delhi to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 33h 30m and costs ₹900 - ₹7,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Delhi to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Delhi to Chennai bus from?

Delhi to Chennai bus services, operated by B.R. Travels, depart from Gurugram station.

Where do I catch the Delhi to Chennai train from?

Delhi to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from New Delhi station.

Train, bus or fly from Delhi to Chennai?

The best way to get from Delhi to Chennai is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹13,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹900 - ₹7,000 and takes 33h 30m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 46h 1m.

Where does the Delhi to Chennai bus arrive?

Delhi to Chennai bus services, operated by B.R. Travels, arrive at Nagpur station.

Where does the Delhi to Chennai train arrive?

Delhi to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Central station.

Can I drive from Delhi to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Delhi to Chennai is 2101 km. It takes approximately 28h 50m to drive from Delhi to Chennai.

How do I get a train ticket from Delhi to Chennai?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Delhi to Chennai?

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Where can I stay near Chennai?

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Delhi to Chennai - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Delhi to Chennai by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chennai International Airport
best
1. Fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane DEL - MAA
4h 44m
₹8,565–12,087
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from New Delhi to Chennai Centraltrain 12622 / ...
33h 30m
₹900–7,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gurugram to Nagpurbus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Nagpur to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
46h 1m
Drive 2,101.2 km
1. Drive from Delhi to Chennaicar 2,101.2 km
28h 50m
₹20,556–29,692
Fly Hindon to Chennai International Airport
1. Fly from Hindon (HDO) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane HDO - MAA
6h 8m
₹10,152–15,777
Fly Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tirupati Airport, train
1. Fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Tirupati Airport (TIR)plane DEL - TIR
2. Take the train from Renigunta Jn to Peramburtrain
7h 7m
₹8,346–19,447
Bus via Hyderabad
1. Take the bus from Jama Masjid to Noida Sector 37bus
2. Take the bus from Noida to Hyderabadbus
3. Take the bus from Hyderabad to Chennaibus
2d
₹4,924–6,780

Delhi to Chennai by train

17Weekly Trains

33h 30mAverage Duration

₹900Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,793.4 km
Duration: 4h 44m

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

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Limited fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) hourly. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from New Delhi to Chennai Central twice daily. Tickets cost ₹900–7,000 and the journey takes 33h 30m.

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