Rome2Rio

How to get fromPeralam to Chennaiby bus, train, car, or taxi

Find Transport to Chennai

See all options

There are 4 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.

  1. Bus

    best
    1. Take the bus from Mayiladuthurai to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus bus Mayiladuthurai - Chennai
    4h 49m
    ₹825–1,843
  2. Train

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Peralam Jn to Chennai Egmoretrain train 16176
    5h 57m
    ₹210–1,700
  3. Drive  273.7 km

    1. Drive from Peralam to Chennaicar car 273.7 km
    4h 22m
    ₹2,662–3,845
  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Peralam to Chennaitaxi taxi 273.7 km
    4h 22m
    ₹6,000–7,500

Peralam to Chennai by train

Calendar7Weekly Trains
Duration5h 57mAverage Duration
Ticket₹210Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

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 ₹366–1,400 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 5h 57m.

Train operators
Bus operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including How to get from Luton Airport into central London, Which side of Niagara Falls should I choose (and how do I get there)?, and How to get from London to Edinburgh - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Booking & Getting There