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

The cheapest way to get from Mettūr to Chennai is to bus which costs ₹500 - ₹1,500 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mettūr to Chennai is to train and fly which takes 3h 44m and costs ₹4,600 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Mettūr and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mettur and arriving at Vadapalani. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Mettūr and Chennai?

No, there is no direct train from Mettūr to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Metur Dam and arriving at Perambur via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Mettūr to Chennai?

The distance between Mettūr and Chennai is 369 km. The road distance is 352.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mettūr to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,800.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Mettūr to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mettūr to Chennai bus from?

Mettūr to Chennai bus services, operated by Mettur Super Services, depart from Mettur station.

Where do I catch the Mettūr to Chennai train from?

Mettūr to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Metur Dam station.

Train or bus from Mettūr to Chennai?

The best way to get from Mettūr to Chennai is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹500 - ₹1,500 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Mettūr to Chennai bus arrive?

Mettūr to Chennai bus services, operated by Mettur Super Services, arrive at Vadapalani station.

Where does the Mettūr to Chennai train arrive?

Mettūr to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Salem Jn station.

Can I drive from Mettūr to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Mettūr to Chennai is 352 km. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Mettūr to Chennai.

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Mettūr to Chennai - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Mettūr to Chennai by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Metur Dam to Salem Jntrain 06408
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Peramburtrain 12676 / ...
6h 11m
₹341–2,733
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mettur to Vadapalanibus
7h 15m
₹500–1,500
Drive 352.2 km
1. Drive from Mettūr to Chennaicar 352.2 km
5h 8m
₹3,967–5,730
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mettūr to Chennaitaxi 352.2 km
5h 8m
₹7,500–9,500
Train to Salem, fly
1. Take the train from Metur Dam to Salem Jntrain
2. Fly from Salem (SXV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane SXV - MAA
3h 44m
₹4,691–12,273
Bus to Coimbatore International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Mettur to Coimbatore - Gandhipuram SETCbus
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
8h 8m
₹5,281–10,983

Mettūr to Chennai by train

7Weekly Trains

6h 11mAverage Duration

₹341Cheapest Price

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Distance: 369.1 km
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a train from Metur Dam to Perambur via Salem Jn in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, Mettur Super Services operates a bus from Mettur to Vadapalani twice daily. Tickets cost ₹500–1,500 and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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