What is the cheapest way to get from Melur to Chidambaram?

The cheapest way to get from Melur to Chidambaram is to bus which costs ₹480 - ₹1,200 and takes 7h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melur to Chidambaram?

The fastest way to get from Melur to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,900.

Is there a direct bus between Melur and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Melur to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Madurai - Melur Bypass and arriving at Chidambaram via Mattuthavani. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Melur and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Melur to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Melur to Chidambaram?

The distance between Melur and Chidambaram is 343 km. The road distance is 240.2 km.

How do I travel from Melur to Chidambaram without a car?

The best way to get from Melur to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,400.

How long does it take to get from Melur to Chidambaram?

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Melur to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melur to Chidambaram bus from?

Melur to Chidambaram bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Mattuthavani station.

Where do I catch the Melur to Chidambaram train from?

Melur to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Madurai Jn station.

Train or bus from Melur to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Melur to Chidambaram is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹480 - ₹1,200 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Melur to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Melur to Chidambaram bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Where does the Melur to Chidambaram train arrive?

Melur to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Can I drive from Melur to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Melur to Chidambaram is 240 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Melur to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 66+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

Melur to Chidambaram - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Melur to Chidambaram by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Chidambaramtrain 06018 / ...
5h 37m
₹735–2,308
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mattuthavani to Chidambarambus
7h 57m
₹483–1,119
Drive 240.2 km
1. Drive from Melur to Chidambaramcar 240.2 km
3h 34m
₹2,693–3,889
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melur to Chidambaramtaxi 240.2 km
3h 34m
₹3,700–4,400
Bus via Puducherry
1. Take the bus from Melur Bypass to Pondicherrybus
2. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus Puducherry - Chidambaram
8h 31m
₹1,533–3,668

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Distance: 343 km
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Melur, Tamil Nādu, India and Chidambaram, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Chidambaram 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 7m. Alternatively, SETC operates a bus from Mattuthavani to Chidambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–800 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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