What is the cheapest way to get from Howrah to IIT Madras?

The cheapest way to get from Howrah to IIT Madras is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹7,000 and takes 26h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Howrah to IIT Madras?

The fastest way to get from Howrah to IIT Madras is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct train between Howrah and IIT Madras?

No, there is no direct train from Howrah to IIT Madras. However, there are services departing from Santragachi Jn and arriving at Taramani via Chennai Park Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 35m.

How far is it from Howrah to IIT Madras?

The distance between Howrah and IIT Madras is 1420 km. The road distance is 1633.9 km.

How do I travel from Howrah to IIT Madras without a car?

The best way to get from Howrah to IIT Madras without a car is to train which takes 26h 35m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹7,000.

How long does it take to get from Howrah to IIT Madras?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Howrah to IIT Madras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah to IIT Madras train from?

Howrah to IIT Madras train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Santragachi Jn station.

Train or fly from Howrah to IIT Madras?

The best way to get from Howrah to IIT Madras is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹14,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹7,000 and takes 26h 35m.

Where does the Howrah to IIT Madras train arrive?

Howrah to IIT Madras train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Central station.

Can I drive from Howrah to IIT Madras?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah to IIT Madras is 1634 km. It takes approximately 24h 11m to drive from Howrah to IIT Madras.

Where can I stay near IIT Madras?

There are 1033+ hotels available in IIT Madras.

Howrah to IIT Madras - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Howrah to IIT Madras by plane, train, ferry, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCU - MAA
4h 53m
₹6,810–13,397
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santragachi Jn to Chennai Centraltrain 12841 / ...
26h 35m
₹1,060–6,576
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlieferry
2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
35h 20m
₹1,900–4,287
Drive 1,633.9 km
1. Drive from Howrah to IIT Madrascar 1,633.9 km
24h 11m
₹15,879–22,936
Train via Shalimar
1. Take the train from Shalimar to Chennai Centraltrain 22825
27h 2m
₹1,062–6,590
Ferry, bus via Tirupati
1. Take the ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlieferry
2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Tirupatibus
3. Take the bus from Tirupathi to Chennai Madhavarambus
37h 25m
₹2,066–4,498

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

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3h 10mAverage Duration

₹6,289Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,420.1 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Howrah, India and IIT Madras, India?

Air India Express and IndiGo Airlines fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) hourly. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Santragachi Jn to Chennai Central once daily. Tickets cost ₹700–5,500 and the journey takes 25h 28m.

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