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

The cheapest way to get from Peralam to Chennai is to train which costs ₹210 - ₹1,700 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Peralam to Chennai is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs ₹3,000 - ₹4,500.

Is there a direct bus between Peralam and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Peralam to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Mayiladuthurai and arriving at Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Peralam and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Peralam Jn and arriving at Chennai Egmore. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Peralam to Chennai?

The distance between Peralam and Chennai is 273 km. The road distance is 273.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Peralam to Chennai without a car is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs ₹800 - ₹1,900.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Peralam to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peralam to Chennai bus from?

Peralam to Chennai bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Mayiladuthurai station.

Where do I catch the Peralam to Chennai train from?

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

Train or bus from Peralam to Chennai?

The best way to get from Peralam to Chennai is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs ₹800 - ₹1,900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹210 - ₹1,700 and takes 6h.

Where does the Peralam to Chennai bus arrive?

Peralam 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 Peralam to Chennai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Peralam to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Peralam to Chennai is 274 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Peralam to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1070+ hotels available in Chennai.

Peralam to Chennai - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

How to get fromPeralam to Chennai

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Peralam to Chennai by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mayiladuthurai to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus Mayiladuthurai - Chennai
4h 49m
₹825–1,843
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Peralam Jn to Chennai Egmoretrain 16176
6h
₹210–1,700
Drive 273.7 km
1. Drive from Peralam to Chennaicar 273.7 km
4h 22m
₹3,086–4,457
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Peralam to Chennaitaxi 273.7 km
4h 22m
₹6,000–7,500
Bus via Thiruvarur Jn
1. Take the bus from Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
8h 26m

Peralam to Chennai by train

7Weekly Trains

6hAverage Duration

₹210Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Peralam to Chennai.

Launch map view

Distance: 273.4 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Peralam, Tamil Nādu, India and Chennai, India?

IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Mayiladuthurai to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) once daily. Tickets cost ₹450–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Peralam Jn to Chennai Egmore once daily. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 6h.

Train operators