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

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Chennai is to ferry and train which costs ₹700 - ₹5,500 and takes 27h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to Chennai is to fly which takes 4h 41m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kolkata and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kolkata and arriving at Chennai. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32h 45m.

How far is it from Kolkata to Chennai?

The distance between Kolkata and Chennai is 1413 km. The road distance is 1628.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolkata to Chennai without a car is to ferry and train which takes 27h 5m and costs ₹700 - ₹5,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Kolkata to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Chennai bus from?

Kolkata to Chennai bus services, operated by MRM Travels, depart from Kolkata station.

Bus or fly from Kolkata to Chennai?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Chennai is to fly which takes 4h 41m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹14,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,600 - ₹3,900 and takes 32h 45m.

Where does the Kolkata to Chennai bus arrive?

Kolkata to Chennai bus services, operated by MRM Travels, arrive at Chennai station.

Can I drive from Kolkata to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Chennai is 1629 km. It takes approximately 24h 3m to drive from Kolkata to Chennai.

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

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Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1022+ hotels available in Chennai.

Kolkata to Chennai - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kolkata to Chennai by plane, ferry, train, 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 41m
₹6,150–13,905
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jettyferry
2. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Chennai Centraltrain 12841 / ...
27h 5m
₹706–5,508
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
32h 45m
₹1,600–3,900
Drive 1,628.6 km
1. Drive from Kolkata to Chennaicar 1,628.6 km
24h 3m
₹18,272–26,393
Ferry, train via Shalimar
1. Take the ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jettyferry
2. Take the train from Shalimar to Chennai Centraltrain 22825
27h 13m
₹876–5,718
Bus via Tirupati
1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Tirupatibus redbusIndia_VE A/C Seater / Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Tirupati to Chennaibus redbusIndia_Electric A/C Seater
35h 16m

Kolkata to Chennai by bus

16Weekly Buses

32h 45mAverage Duration

₹1,600Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,412.8 km
Duration: 4h 41m

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

Air India Express and IndiGo Airlines fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) hourly. Alternatively, MRM Travels operates a bus from Kolkata to Chennai once daily, and the journey takes 32h 45m. Shyamoli Paribahan also services this route once daily.

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