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

The cheapest way to get from Eraniel to Chennai is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹2,900 and takes 14h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eraniel to Chennai is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 29m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Eraniel and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Eraniel to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Marthandam and arriving at Payaigada via Arumbakkam Thiruveethi Amman Koil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Eraniel and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Eraniel and arriving at Chennai Egmore. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 7m.

How far is it from Eraniel to Chennai?

The distance between Eraniel and Chennai is 684 km. The road distance is 701.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Eraniel to Chennai without a car is to bus via Koyembedu which takes 13h 56m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹4,300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Eraniel to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eraniel to Chennai bus from?

Eraniel to Chennai bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Marthandam station.

Where do I catch the Eraniel to Chennai train from?

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

Train or bus from Eraniel to Chennai?

The best way to get from Eraniel to Chennai is to bus via Koyembedu which takes 13h 56m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹4,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹380 - ₹2,900 and takes 14h 7m.

Where does the Eraniel to Chennai bus arrive?

Eraniel to Chennai bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Koyembedu station.

Where does the Eraniel to Chennai train arrive?

Eraniel to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Egmore station.

Can I drive from Eraniel to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Eraniel to Chennai is 701 km. It takes approximately 10h 23m to drive from Eraniel to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1051+ hotels available in Chennai.

Eraniel to Chennai - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from Eraniel to Chennai by train, plane, bus, car, or taxi

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Train to Trivandrum, fly
best
1. Take the train from Eraniel to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
5h 38m
₹7,455–16,508
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Eraniel to Chennai Egmoretrain 16128 / ...
14h 7m
₹380–2,900
Bus via Koyembedu
1. Take the bus from Marthandam to Koyembedubus
13h 56m
₹1,022–4,218
Drive 701.1 km
1. Drive from Eraniel to Chennaicar 701.1 km
10h 23m
₹7,836–11,318
Train to Tuticorin Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Eraniel to Maniyachchi Jntrain
2. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TCR - MAA
6h 55m
₹8,080–17,292
Taxi to Madurai, fly
1. Take the taxi from Eraniel to Madurai-Airport-IXMtaxi
2. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
5h 29m
₹10,706–14,749
Taxi to Cochin International Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Eraniel to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
6h 17m
₹11,824–17,571
Bus
1. Take the bus from Marthandam to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
14h

Eraniel to Chennai by train

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14h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 684.1 km
Duration: 5h 38m

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

Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Marthandam to Koyembedu once daily. Tickets cost ₹900–3,300 and the journey takes 11h 45m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Eraniel to Chennai Egmore twice daily. Tickets cost ₹380–2,900 and the journey takes 14h 7m.

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