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

The cheapest way to get from Pathanapuram to Chennai is to train which costs ₹600 - ₹3,900 and takes 14h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pathanapuram to Chennai is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 23m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Pathanapuram and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Pathanapuram to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Pathanapuram and arriving at Chennai via Punalur and Puliyangudi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Pathanapuram and Chennai?

No, there is no direct train from Pathanapuram to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Auvaneswsarem and arriving at Chennai Park via Tambaram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 28m.

How far is it from Pathanapuram to Chennai?

The distance between Pathanapuram and Chennai is 686 km. The road distance is 674.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Pathanapuram to Chennai without a car is to bus which takes 13h 58m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Pathanapuram to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pathanapuram to Chennai bus from?

Pathanapuram to Chennai bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Punalur station.

Where do I catch the Pathanapuram to Chennai train from?

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

Train or bus from Pathanapuram to Chennai?

The best way to get from Pathanapuram to Chennai is to bus which takes 13h 58m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹600 - ₹3,900 and takes 14h 28m.

Where does the Pathanapuram to Chennai bus arrive?

Pathanapuram to Chennai bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Puliyangudi station.

Where does the Pathanapuram to Chennai train arrive?

Pathanapuram to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tambaram station.

Can I drive from Pathanapuram to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Pathanapuram to Chennai is 674 km. It takes approximately 10h 30m to drive from Pathanapuram to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1026+ hotels available in Chennai.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Pathanapuram to Chennai by taxi, plane, bus, train, or car

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Taxi to Cochin International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Pathanapuram to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
4h 23m
₹8,430–13,560
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Auvaneswsarem to Tambaramtrain 16102 / ...
14h 28m
₹640–3,901
Bus
1. Take the bus from Punalur to Puliyangudibus
2. Take the bus from Puliyangudi to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
13h 58m
₹1,116–3,237
Drive 674.2 km
1. Drive from Pathanapuram to Chennaicar 674.2 km
10h 30m
₹7,564–10,926
Bus to Trivandrum, fly
1. Take the bus from Pathanapuram to Peroorkadabus
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
5h 38m
₹6,554–13,729
Taxi to Madurai, fly
1. Take the taxi from Pathanapuram to Madurai-Airport-IXMtaxi
2. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
5h 21m
₹8,850–12,556
Train to Tuticorin Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Auvaneswsarem to Tuti Melurtrain
2. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TCR - MAA
9h 22m
₹8,469–17,391

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

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1h 45mAverage Duration

₹5,551Cheapest Price

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Distance: 685.8 km
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Pathanapuram to Chennai via Punalur and Puliyangudi in around 13h 58m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Auvaneswsarem to Tambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 13h 29m.

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