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

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata to IIT Madras is to ferry and train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹7,000 and takes 28h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to IIT Madras is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kolkata and IIT Madras?

No, there is no direct bus from Kolkata to IIT Madras. However, there are services departing from Kolkata and arriving at Gandhi Road via Little Mount. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 45m.

How far is it from Kolkata to IIT Madras?

The distance between Kolkata and IIT Madras is 1419 km. The road distance is 1640.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolkata to IIT Madras without a car is to ferry and train which takes 28h 13m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹7,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Kolkata to IIT Madras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to IIT Madras bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kolkata to IIT Madras?

The best way to get from Kolkata to IIT Madras is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹15,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,900 - ₹4,200 and takes 33h 45m.

Where does the Kolkata to IIT Madras bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kolkata to IIT Madras?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to IIT Madras is 1641 km. It takes approximately 24h 19m to drive from Kolkata to IIT Madras.

Where can I stay near IIT Madras?

There are 1038+ hotels available in IIT Madras.

Kolkata 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 Kolkata to IIT Madras 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 49m
₹7,413–14,244
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jettyferry
2. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Chennai Centraltrain 12841 / ...
28h 13m
₹1,046–6,698
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
33h 45m
₹1,950–4,190
Drive 1,640.6 km
1. Drive from Kolkata to IIT Madrascar 1,640.6 km
24h 19m
₹15,898–22,963
Ferry, train via Shalimar
1. Take the ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jettyferry
2. Take the train from Shalimar to Chennai Centraltrain 22825
28h 21m
₹1,216–6,908
Bus via Tirupati
1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Tirupatibus redbusIndia_VE A/C Seater / Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Tirupathi to Chennai Madhavarambus
35h 51m
₹2,090–4,472

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

117Weekly Planes

3h 37mAverage Duration

₹6,216Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,418.8 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Kolkata, 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, MRM Travels operates a bus from Kolkata to Chennai 3 times a day, and the journey takes 32h 45m. Shyamoli Paribahan also services this route once daily.

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