What is the cheapest way to get from Periyapalayam to Tambaram?

The cheapest way to get from Periyapalayam to Tambaram is to bus which costs ₹170 - ₹320 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Periyapalayam to Tambaram?

The fastest way to get from Periyapalayam to Tambaram is to drive which takes 46 min and costs ₹600 - ₹900.

Is there a direct bus between Periyapalayam and Tambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Periyapalayam to Tambaram station. However, there are services departing from Periapalayam Bus Stand and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Tambaram Railway Station via FlixBus Chennai - Red Hills. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Periyapalayam and Tambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Periyapalayam to Tambaram. However, there are services departing from Kavaraippettai and arriving at Tambaram Sntrm via Chennai Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Periyapalayam to Tambaram?

The distance between Periyapalayam and Tambaram is 82 km. The road distance is 53 km.

How do I travel from Periyapalayam to Tambaram without a car?

The best way to get from Periyapalayam to Tambaram without a car is to train and line 06721 train which takes 2h 12m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,400.

How long does it take to get from Periyapalayam to Tambaram?

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Periyapalayam to Tambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Periyapalayam to Tambaram bus from?

Periyapalayam to Tambaram bus services, operated by MTC, depart from Periapalayam Bus Stand station.

Where do I catch the Periyapalayam to Tambaram train from?

Periyapalayam to Tambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kavaraippettai station.

Train or bus from Periyapalayam to Tambaram?

The best way to get from Periyapalayam to Tambaram is to train and line 06721 train which takes 2h 12m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹170 - ₹320 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Periyapalayam to Tambaram bus arrive?

Periyapalayam to Tambaram bus services, operated by MTC, arrive at Red Hills Bus Terminus station.

Where does the Periyapalayam to Tambaram train arrive?

Periyapalayam to Tambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal station.

Can I drive from Periyapalayam to Tambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Periyapalayam to Tambaram is 53 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Periyapalayam to Tambaram.

Where can I stay near Tambaram?

There are 1217+ hotels available in Tambaram.

Periyapalayam to Tambaram - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 06721 train

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There are 5 ways to get from Periyapalayam to Tambaram by train, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train, line 06721 train
best
1. Take the train from Kavaraippettai to M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminaltrain 06742 / ...
2. Take the train from Chennai Park to Tambaram Sntrmtrain 06721 / ...
2h 12m
₹690–2,394
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Periapalayam Bus Stand to Red Hills Bus Terminusbus 57X
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Red Hills to FlixBus Chennai - Tambaram Railway Stationbus FlixBus IN5216
4h 2m
₹176–316
Bus, line 06721 train
1. Take the bus from Periapalayam Bus Stand to Basin Bridgebus 57X
2. Take the train from Chennai Park to Tambaramtrain 06721 / ...
3h 20m
₹229–1,955
Drive 53 km
1. Drive from Periyapalayam to Tambaramcar 53 km
46 min
₹598–864
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Periyapalayam to Tambaramtaxi 53 km
46 min
₹1,200–1,600

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Distance: 82.1 km
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Periyapalayam, India and Tambaram, India?

You can take a vehicle from Periyapalayam to Tambaram Sntrm via Kavaraippettai, M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal, and Chennai Park in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Periapalayam Bus Stand to FlixBus Chennai - Tambaram Railway Station via Red Hills Bus Terminus and FlixBus Chennai - Red Hills in around 4h 2m.

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