What is the cheapest way to get from Papanasam to Chennai?

The cheapest way to get from Papanasam to Chennai is to train which costs ₹220 - ₹1,800 and takes 6h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Papanasam to Chennai?

The fastest way to get from Papanasam to Chennai is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs ₹3,300 - ₹4,800.

Is there a direct bus between Papanasam and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Papanasam to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Papanasam and arriving at Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) via Kumbakonam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Papanasam and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Papanasam and arriving at Chennai Egmore. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Papanasam to Chennai?

The distance between Papanasam and Chennai is 327 km. The road distance is 294.3 km.

How do I travel from Papanasam to Chennai without a car?

The best way to get from Papanasam to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,800.

How long does it take to get from Papanasam to Chennai?

The train from Papanasam to Chennai Egmore takes 6h 13m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Papanasam to Chennai bus from?

Papanasam to Chennai bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Kumbakonam station.

Where do I catch the Papanasam to Chennai train from?

Papanasam to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Papanasam station.

Train or bus from Papanasam to Chennai?

The best way to get from Papanasam to Chennai is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹470 - ₹2,000 and takes 7h 58m.

Where does the Papanasam to Chennai bus arrive?

Papanasam to Chennai bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) station.

Where does the Papanasam to Chennai train arrive?

Papanasam to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Egmore station.

Can I drive from Papanasam to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Papanasam to Chennai is 294 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Papanasam to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1058+ hotels available in Chennai.

Papanasam to Chennai - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Papanasam to Chennai Egmoretrain 09420 / ...
6h 13m
₹220–1,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kumbakonam to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus Kumbakonam - Chennai
7h 58m
₹473–1,997
Drive 294.3 km
1. Drive from Papanasam to Chennaicar 294.3 km
4h 34m
₹3,318–4,793
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Papanasam to Chennaitaxi 294.3 km
4h 34m
₹6,500–8,000
Train to Trichy International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Papanasam to Tiruchchirapalitrain
2. Fly from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRZ - MAA
5h 17m
₹6,244–9,528
Bus via Chennai, Tamil Nadu
1. Take the bus from Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
8h 6m
Taxi to Madurai, fly
1. Take the taxi from Papanasam to Madurai-Airport-IXMtaxi
2. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
4h 53m
₹8,808–13,180

Papanasam to Chennai by train

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Distance: 326.7 km
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Papanasam, India and Chennai, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Papanasam to Chennai Egmore 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹220–1,800 and the journey takes 6h 13m. Alternatively, IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Kumbakonam to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) once daily. Tickets cost ₹398–1,400 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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