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

The cheapest way to get from Padappai to Chidambaram is to train which costs ₹190 - ₹2,100 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Padappai to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,100.

Is there a direct bus between Padappai and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Padappai to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Chennai - Padappai and arriving at Chidambaram via Perungalathur, Urappakkam and Puducherry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Padappai and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Padappai to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Tambaram and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Padappai to Chidambaram?

The distance between Padappai and Chidambaram is 234 km. The road distance is 188.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Padappai to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs ₹190 - ₹2,100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Padappai to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Padappai to Chidambaram bus from?

Padappai to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Urappakkam station.

Where do I catch the Padappai to Chidambaram train from?

Padappai to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tambaram station.

Train or bus from Padappai to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Padappai to Chidambaram is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs ₹190 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can bus via Puducherry, which costs ₹950 - ₹4,200 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Padappai to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Padappai to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Pondicherry station.

Where does the Padappai to Chidambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Padappai to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Padappai to Chidambaram is 188 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Padappai to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 66+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

Padappai to Chidambaram - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Padappai to Chidambaram by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain 06017 / ...
4h 50m
₹192–2,096
Bus via Puducherry
1. Take the bus from Urappakkam to Pondicherrybus
2. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus Puducherry - Chidambaram
6h 43m
₹956–4,123
Drive 188.2 km
1. Drive from Padappai to Chidambaramcar 188.2 km
3h 3m
₹2,106–3,042
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Padappai to Chidambaramtaxi 188.2 km
3h 3m
₹3,000–3,600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Chidambarambus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
7h 18m
₹528–3,043

Padappai to Chidambaram by bus and train

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4h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 234 km
Duration: 4h 50m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Tambaram to Chidambaram every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from FlixBus Chennai - Padappai to Chidambaram via Perungalathur, Urappakkam, Pondicherry, and Puducherry in around 6h 43m.

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