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

The cheapest way to get from Pāndicheri to Chidambaram is to bus which costs ₹950 - ₹2,300 and takes 13h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pāndicheri to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 7h 10m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct bus between Pāndicheri and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Pāndicheri to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Valliyur and arriving at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Pāndicheri and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Pāndicheri to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Valliyur and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Pāndicheri to Chidambaram?

The distance between Pāndicheri and Chidambaram is 529 km. The road distance is 463.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Pāndicheri to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 9h 10m and costs ₹850 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 9h 10m to get from Pāndicheri to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pāndicheri to Chidambaram bus from?

Pāndicheri to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Valliyur station.

Where do I catch the Pāndicheri to Chidambaram train from?

Pāndicheri to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Valliyur station.

Train or bus from Pāndicheri to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Pāndicheri to Chidambaram is to train which takes 9h 10m and costs ₹850 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Madurai, which costs and takes 9h 56m.

Where does the Pāndicheri to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Pāndicheri to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Madurai station.

Where does the Pāndicheri to Chidambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pāndicheri to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Pāndicheri to Chidambaram is 464 km. It takes approximately 7h 10m to drive from Pāndicheri to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 59+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

Pāndicheri to Chidambaram - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from Pāndicheri to Chidambaram by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Valliyur to Chidambaramtrain 16862 / ...
9h 10m
₹884–3,002
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Valliyur to Maduraibus
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
9h 56m
Drive 463.8 km
1. Drive from Pāndicheri to Chidambaramcar 463.8 km
7h 10m
₹5,236–7,563
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pāndicheri to Chidambaramtaxi 463.8 km
7h 10m
₹10,000–13,000
Taxi to Tuticorin Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Pāndicheri to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)taxi
2. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TCR - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
8h 5m
₹8,852–20,208
Bus
1. Take the bus from Valliyoor to Maduraibus
2. Take the bus from Mattuthavani to Chidambarambus
13h 1m
₹988–2,268
Taxi to Tuticorin Airport, fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Pāndicheri to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)taxi
2. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane TCR - TRZ
3. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chidambaramtrain
9h 41m
₹13,232–24,758
Bus to Trivandrum, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Valliyur - Bypass to FlixBus Trivandrum - Chakka Bypassbus
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
11h 7m
₹7,157–13,652

Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

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1h 32mAverage Duration

₹7,201Cheapest Price

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Distance: 528.9 km
Duration: 9h 10m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Valliyur to Chidambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹290–2,300 and the journey takes 8h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Pāndicheri to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Valliyur, Madurai, and Madurai, Tamil Nadu in around 9h 56m.

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