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

The cheapest way to get from Padi to Chidambaram is to train which costs ₹220 - ₹1,600 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Padi to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,200.

Is there a direct bus between Padi and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Padi to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Lucas TVS and arriving at Chidambaram via Chennai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Padi and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Padi to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Thirumangalam and arriving at Chidambaram via Chennai Egmore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Padi to Chidambaram?

The distance between Padi and Chidambaram is 256 km. The road distance is 222.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Padi to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Padi to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Padi to Chidambaram bus from?

Padi to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Rr Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Padi to Chidambaram train from?

Padi to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train or bus from Padi to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Padi to Chidambaram is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹420 - ₹1,100 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Padi to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Padi to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Rr Travels, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Where does the Padi to Chidambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Padi to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Padi to Chidambaram is 223 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Padi to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 69+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Chidambaramtrain 09419 / ...
5h 32m
₹221–1,553
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Chidambarambus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
6h 10m
₹421–1,049
Drive 222.9 km
1. Drive from Padi to Chidambaramcar 222.9 km
3h 29m
₹2,167–3,130
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Padi to Chidambaramtaxi 222.9 km
3h 29m
₹5,000–6,000

Padi to Chidambaram by bus and foot

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Distance: 255.8 km
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Padi, Tamil Nādu, India and Chidambaram, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Chidambaram every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Alternatively, Rr Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Chidambaram every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 5h 15m. 21 other operators also service this route.

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