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

The cheapest way to get from Kannur to Chennai is to bus via Mysuru which costs ₹700 - ₹2,100 and takes 19h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kannur to Chennai is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹16,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kannur and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kannur and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kannur and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kannur and arriving at Perambur. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 23m.

How far is it from Kannur to Chennai?

The distance between Kannur and Chennai is 556 km. The road distance is 636.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kannur to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 12h 23m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Kannur to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kannur to Chennai bus from?

Kannur to Chennai bus services, operated by Sri Sugam Travels, depart from Kannur station.

Where do I catch the Kannur to Chennai train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kannur to Chennai?

The best way to get from Kannur to Chennai is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹16,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹380 - ₹2,900 and takes 12h 23m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 16h 30m.

Where does the Kannur to Chennai bus arrive?

Kannur to Chennai bus services, operated by Sri Sugam Travels, arrive at Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Kannur to Chennai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kannur to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kannur to Chennai is 636 km. It takes approximately 8h 55m to drive from Kannur to Chennai.

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

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Where can I stay near Chennai?

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Kannur to Chennai - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 10 ways to get from Kannur to Chennai by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly from Kannur International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kannur International Airport (CNN) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CNN - MAA
2h 54m
₹7,942–15,118
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kannur to Peramburtrain 12686 / ...
12h 23m
₹380–2,900
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kannur to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Kannur
16h 30m
Drive 636.3 km
1. Drive from Kannur to Chennaicar 636.3 km
8h 55m
₹7,227–10,439
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kannur to Chennaitaxi 636.3 km
8h 55m
₹14,000–17,000
Train to Calicut International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kannur to Kozhikkodetrain
2. Fly from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCJ - MAA
5h 20m
₹6,918–12,058
Train to Bajpe Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kannur to Mangalore Jntrain
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXE - MAA
6h 33m
₹6,565–13,689
Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kannur to Podanur Jntrain
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
7h 47m
₹5,665–14,153
Bus to Mysore, fly
1. Take the bus from Kannur KSRTC Bus Stand to Mysore KSRTC Bus Standbus
2. Fly from Mysore (MYQ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane MYQ - MAA
9h 7m
₹6,744–20,299
Bus via Mysuru
1. Take the bus from Kannur KSRTC Bus Stand to Mysore KSRTC Bus Standbus
2. Take the bus from Mysore to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus Mysore - Chennai
19h 40m
₹715–2,009

Kannur to Chennai by train

22Weekly Trains

12h 23mAverage Duration

₹380Cheapest Price

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Distance: 555.8 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

IndiGo Airlines flies from Kannur International Airport (CNN) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) 4 times a week. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kannur to Perambur 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹380–2,900 and the journey takes 12h 23m.

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