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

The cheapest way to get from Elumalai to Chennai is to bus which costs ₹900 - ₹2,000 and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elumalai to Chennai is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 44m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Elumalai and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Elumalai to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Usilampatti and arriving at Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) via Madurai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Elumalai and Chennai?

No, there is no direct train from Elumalai to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Usilampatti and arriving at Perambur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.

How far is it from Elumalai to Chennai?

The distance between Elumalai and Chennai is 488 km. The road distance is 502.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Elumalai to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 9h 57m and costs ₹650 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Elumalai to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elumalai to Chennai bus from?

Elumalai to Chennai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Usilampatti station.

Where do I catch the Elumalai to Chennai train from?

Elumalai to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Usilampatti station.

Train or bus from Elumalai to Chennai?

The best way to get from Elumalai to Chennai is to train which takes 9h 57m and costs ₹650 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹900 - ₹2,000 and takes 10h 29m.

Where does the Elumalai to Chennai bus arrive?

Elumalai to Chennai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Mattuthavani Bus Stop station.

Where does the Elumalai to Chennai train arrive?

Elumalai to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Perambur station.

Can I drive from Elumalai to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Elumalai to Chennai is 503 km. It takes approximately 7h 19m to drive from Elumalai to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1067+ hotels available in Chennai.

Elumalai to Chennai - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Elumalai to Chennai by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Elumalai to Madurai-Airport-IXMtaxi
2. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
2h 44m
₹6,470–10,416
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Usilampatti to Peramburtrain 20602
9h 57m
₹687–2,934
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Elumalai to Theni, Tamil Nadutaxi
2. Take the bus from Theni, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Theni, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
10h 26m
Drive 502.8 km
1. Drive from Elumalai to Chennaicar 502.8 km
7h 19m
₹5,663–8,180
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elumalai to Chennaitaxi 502.8 km
7h 19m
₹11,000–14,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Usilampatti to Mattuthavani Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Madurai to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus Madurai - Chennai
10h 29m
₹903–1,947

Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

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1h 23mAverage Duration

₹5,474Cheapest Price

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Distance: 488.2 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Usilampatti to Perambur 3 times a week. Tickets cost ₹320–2,500 and the journey takes 9h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Elumalai to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) via Usilampatti, Mattuthavani Bus Stop, and Madurai in around 10h 29m.

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