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

The cheapest way to get from Pallāvaram to Chidambaram is to train which costs ₹180 - ₹1,700 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pallāvaram to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs ₹2,200 - ₹3,300.

Is there a direct bus between Pallāvaram and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Pallāvaram to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Chennai - Pallavaram and arriving at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via M.G.R. Koyambedu and Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Pallāvaram and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Pallāvaram to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Tambaram and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Pallāvaram to Chidambaram?

The distance between Pallāvaram and Chidambaram is 230 km. The road distance is 199.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Pallāvaram to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Pallāvaram to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pallāvaram to Chidambaram bus from?

Pallāvaram to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Ratham, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Pallāvaram to Chidambaram train from?

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

Train or bus from Pallāvaram to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Pallāvaram to Chidambaram is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Pallāvaram to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Pallāvaram to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Ratham, arrive at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Pallāvaram to Chidambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pallāvaram to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Pallāvaram to Chidambaram is 200 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Pallāvaram to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 59+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain 09419 / ...
5h 24m
₹189–1,623
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
6h 48m
Drive 199.8 km
1. Drive from Pallāvaram to Chidambaramcar 199.8 km
3h 14m
₹2,251–3,251
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pallāvaram to Chidambaramtaxi 199.8 km
3h 14m
₹4,500–5,500
Fly, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chidambaramtrain
5h 18m
₹6,461–8,718

Pallāvaram to Chidambaram by bus and train

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5h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230.4 km
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Pallāvaram, 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 4h 8m. Alternatively, Ratham operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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