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

The cheapest way to get from Mettūr to Kanchipuram is to bus which costs ₹480 - ₹1,400 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mettūr to Kanchipuram is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs ₹3,200 - ₹4,700.

Is there a direct bus between Mettūr and Kanchipuram?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mettur and arriving at Kanchipuram Bypass. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Mettūr and Kanchipuram?

No, there is no direct train from Mettūr to Kanchipuram. However, there are services departing from Metur Dam and arriving at Kanchipuram via Salem Jn and Arakkonam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Mettūr to Kanchipuram?

The distance between Mettūr and Kanchipuram is 282 km. The road distance is 283.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mettūr to Kanchipuram without a car is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs ₹480 - ₹1,400.

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

The bus from Mettur to Kanchipuram Bypass takes 5h 35m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Mettūr to Kanchipuram bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mettūr to Kanchipuram train from?

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

Train or bus from Mettūr to Kanchipuram?

The best way to get from Mettūr to Kanchipuram is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs ₹480 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹430 - ₹3,500 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Mettūr to Kanchipuram bus arrive?

Mettūr to Kanchipuram bus services, operated by Mettur Super Services, arrive at Kanchipuram Bypass station.

Where does the Mettūr to Kanchipuram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mettūr to Kanchipuram?

Yes, the driving distance between Mettūr to Kanchipuram is 283 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Mettūr to Kanchipuram.

Where can I stay near Kanchipuram?

There are 80+ hotels available in Kanchipuram.

Mettūr to Kanchipuram - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Mettūr to Kanchipuram by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mettur to Kanchipuram Bypassbus
5h 35m
₹480–1,400
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Metur Dam to Salem Jntrain 06408
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Arakkonamtrain 12602 / ...
6h 55m
₹431–3,483
Drive 283.1 km
1. Drive from Mettūr to Kanchipuramcar 283.1 km
4h 8m
₹3,196–4,616
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mettūr to Kanchipuramtaxi 283.1 km
4h 8m
₹5,500–7,000
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Metur Dam to Salem Jntrain
2. Fly from Salem (SXV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane SXV - MAA
3. Take the train from Trisulam to Kanchipuram Easttrain
6h 1m
₹4,711–12,473

Mettūr to Kanchipuram by bus

14Weekly Buses

5h 35mAverage Duration

₹480Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.7 km
Duration: 5h 35m

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

Mettur Super Services operates a bus from Mettur to Kanchipuram Bypass twice daily. Tickets cost ₹480–1,400 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Metur Dam to Kanchipuram via Salem Jn and Arakkonam in around 6h 55m.

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