What is the cheapest way to get from IIT Kanpur to Chennai?

The cheapest way to get from IIT Kanpur to Chennai is to train which costs ₹900 - ₹7,500 and takes 35h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from IIT Kanpur to Chennai?

The fastest way to get from IIT Kanpur to Chennai is to fly which takes 5h 38m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹22,000.

Is there a direct bus between IIT Kanpur and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from IIT Kanpur to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Kanpur and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu via Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh and Hyderabad, Telangana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 31m.

Is there a direct train between IIT Kanpur and Chennai?

No, there is no direct train from IIT Kanpur to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Kalianpur and arriving at Chennai Central via Kanpur Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 29m.

How far is it from IIT Kanpur to Chennai?

The distance between IIT Kanpur and Chennai is 1532 km. The road distance is 1766.4 km.

How do I travel from IIT Kanpur to Chennai without a car?

The best way to get from IIT Kanpur to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 35h 29m and costs ₹900 - ₹7,500.

How long does it take to get from IIT Kanpur to Chennai?

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

Where do I catch the IIT Kanpur to Chennai bus from?

IIT Kanpur to Chennai bus services, operated by Gola Bus Service, depart from Kanpur station.

Where do I catch the IIT Kanpur to Chennai train from?

IIT Kanpur to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kanpur Central station.

Train, bus or fly from IIT Kanpur to Chennai?

The best way to get from IIT Kanpur to Chennai is to fly which takes 5h 38m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹22,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹900 - ₹7,500 and takes 35h 29m, you could also bus via Hyderabad, which costs and takes 40h 31m.

Where does the IIT Kanpur to Chennai bus arrive?

IIT Kanpur to Chennai bus services, operated by Gola Bus Service, arrive at Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where does the IIT Kanpur to Chennai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from IIT Kanpur to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between IIT Kanpur to Chennai is 1766 km. It takes approximately 26h 21m to drive from IIT Kanpur to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1070+ hotels available in Chennai.

IIT Kanpur to Chennai - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from IIT Kanpur to Chennai by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kanpur Airport (KNU) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane KNU - MAA
5h 38m
₹11,474–21,330
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kanpur Central to Chennai Centraltrain 12511 / ...
35h 29m
₹911–7,356
Bus via Hyderabad
1. Take the bus from Kanpur to Allahabad, Uttar Pradeshbus
2. Take the bus from Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh to Hyderabad, Telanganabus
3. Take the bus from Hyderabad, Telangana to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus
40h 31m
Drive 1,766.4 km
1. Drive from IIT Kanpur to Chennaicar 1,766.4 km
26h 21m
₹19,926–28,782
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kanpur to Varanasi, Uttar Pradeshbus Kanpur
2. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2d 1h

Kanpur Airport (KNU) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

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Distance: 1,532.5 km
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between IIT Kanpur, India and Chennai, India?

IndiGo Airlines flies from Kanpur Airport (KNU) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kanpur Central to Chennai Central 6 times a week. Tickets cost ₹800–6,500 and the journey takes 33h 23m.

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