What is the cheapest way to get from Mumbai CST to Chennai?

The cheapest way to get from Mumbai CST to Chennai is to train which costs ₹550 - ₹4,400 and takes 21h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mumbai CST to Chennai?

The fastest way to get from Mumbai CST to Chennai is to train and fly and subway which takes 4h 50m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between Mumbai CST and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Mumbai CST station to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Kurla Bus Station West and arriving at Chennai via Mumbai and Pune Ma Na Pa Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Mumbai CST and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from C Shivaji Maharaj T and arriving at Perambur. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21h 18m.

How far is it from Mumbai CST to Chennai?

The distance between Mumbai CST and Chennai is 1070 km. The road distance is 1198.3 km.

How do I travel from Mumbai CST to Chennai without a car?

The best way to get from Mumbai CST to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 21h 34m and costs ₹550 - ₹4,400.

How long does it take to get from Mumbai CST to Chennai?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Mumbai CST to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mumbai CST to Chennai bus from?

Mumbai CST to Chennai bus services, operated by N.T Kausar, depart from Mumbai station.

Where do I catch the Mumbai CST to Chennai train from?

Mumbai CST to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from C Shivaji Maharaj T station.

Train or bus from Mumbai CST to Chennai?

The best way to get from Mumbai CST to Chennai is to train which takes 21h 34m and costs ₹550 - ₹4,400. Alternatively, you can bus via Pune, which costs and takes 32h 55m.

Where does the Mumbai CST to Chennai bus arrive?

Mumbai CST to Chennai bus services, operated by N.T Kausar, arrive at Pune Ma Na Pa Bus Stop station.

Where does the Mumbai CST to Chennai train arrive?

Mumbai CST to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Perambur station.

Can I drive from Mumbai CST to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Mumbai CST to Chennai is 1198 km. It takes approximately 17h 46m to drive from Mumbai CST to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1022+ hotels available in Chennai.

Mumbai CST to Chennai - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, subway, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Mumbai CST to Chennai by train, plane, subway, bus, or car

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Train to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, subway
best
1. Take the train from Csmt to Santacruztrain
2. Fly from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane BOM - MAA
3. Take the subway from Airport to Cmbtsubway
4h 50m
₹6,545–9,566
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from C Shivaji Maharaj T to Peramburtrain 22159 / ...
21h 34m
₹550–4,400
Bus via Pune
1. Take the bus from Mumbai to Pune Ma Na Pa Bus Stopbus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Pune Ma Na Pa Bus Stop to Chennaibus redbusIndia_VE A/C Sleeper
32h 55m
Drive 1,198.3 km
1. Drive from Mumbai CST to Chennaicar 1,198.3 km
17h 46m
₹13,444–19,420
Train to Pune Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport
1. Take the train from C Shivaji Maharaj T to Pune Jntrain
2. Fly from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane PNQ - MAA
7h 39m
₹5,210–8,839
Fly Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport to Tirupati Airport, train
1. Fly from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) to Tirupati Airport (TIR)plane BOM - TIR
2. Take the train from Renigunta Jn to Peramburtrain
9h 17m
₹8,826–19,426
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mumbai to Chennaibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
35h 53m

Mumbai CST to Chennai by foot and train

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21h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,070.4 km
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Mumbai CST, India and Chennai, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from C Shivaji Maharaj T to Perambur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹550–4,400 and the journey takes 21h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Csmt to Chennai via Kurla, Kurla Bus Station West, Kurla Depot, Mumbai, and Pune Ma Na Pa Bus Stop in around 32h 55m.

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