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

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Tambaram is to ferry and train which costs ₹700 - ₹5,500 and takes 2 days 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to Tambaram is to fly which takes 4h 17m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kolkata and Tambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Kolkata to Tambaram. However, there are services departing from Kolkata and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Tambaram Sanatorium via Central station and FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 17m.

How far is it from Kolkata to Tambaram?

The distance between Kolkata and Tambaram is 1408 km. The road distance is 1648 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolkata to Tambaram without a car is to ferry and train via Chennai Central which takes 28h 12m and costs ₹950 - ₹7,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Kolkata to Tambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Tambaram bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kolkata to Tambaram?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Tambaram is to fly which takes 4h 17m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹15,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,700 - ₹4,000 and takes 35h 17m.

Where does the Kolkata to Tambaram bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kolkata to Tambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Tambaram is 1648 km. It takes approximately 24h 24m to drive from Kolkata to Tambaram.

Where can I stay near Tambaram?

There are 1210+ hotels available in Tambaram.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Kolkata to Tambaram 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 17m
₹7,221–14,715
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jettyferry
2. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Tambaramtrain 12663 / ...
2d 5h
₹706–5,508
Ferry, train via Chennai Central
1. Take the ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jettyferry
2. Take the train from Shalimar to Chennai Centraltrain 22825
28h 12m
₹986–6,618
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
35h 17m
₹1,754–3,978
Drive 1,648 km
1. Drive from Kolkata to Tambaramcar 1,648 km
24h 24m
₹15,970–23,067
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 59m

Kolkata to Tambaram by bus and foot

31Weekly Services

35h 17mAverage Duration

₹1,754Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,407.8 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Kolkata, India and Tambaram, 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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