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

The cheapest way to get from Nāmakkal to Chidambaram is to train which costs ₹300 - ₹2,500 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nāmakkal to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs ₹2,200 - ₹3,300.

Is there a direct bus between Nāmakkal and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Nāmakkal to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Namakkal and arriving at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Nāmakkal and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Nāmakkal to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Namakkal and arriving at Chidambaram via Tiruchchirapali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Nāmakkal to Chidambaram?

The distance between Nāmakkal and Chidambaram is 268 km. The road distance is 198 km.

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

The best way to get from Nāmakkal to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs ₹300 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Nāmakkal to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nāmakkal to Chidambaram bus from?

Nāmakkal to Chidambaram bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Namakkal station.

Where do I catch the Nāmakkal to Chidambaram train from?

Nāmakkal to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Namakkal station.

Train or bus from Nāmakkal to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Nāmakkal to Chidambaram is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs ₹300 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Nāmakkal to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Nāmakkal to Chidambaram bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Thanjavur station.

Where does the Nāmakkal to Chidambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nāmakkal to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Nāmakkal to Chidambaram is 198 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Nāmakkal to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 59+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

Nāmakkal to Chidambaram - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Nāmakkal to Chidambaram by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Namakkal to Tiruchchirapalitrain 06237 / ...
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chidambaramtrain 09420 / ...
6h 50m
₹307–2,426
Bus
1. Take the bus from Namakkal to Thanjavurbus Namakkal - Thanjavur
2. Take the bus from Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
6h 55m
Drive 198 km
1. Drive from Nāmakkal to Chidambaramcar 198 km
3h 10m
₹2,234–3,226
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nāmakkal to Chidambaramtaxi 198 km
3h 10m
₹4,100–4,900

Nāmakkal to Chidambaram by train

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Distance: 267.6 km
Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Nāmakkal, India and Chidambaram, India?

You can take a train from Namakkal to Chidambaram via Tiruchchirapali in around 6h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Namakkal to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu in around 6h 55m.

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