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

The cheapest way to get from Ponnai to Tambaram is to drive which costs ₹1,200 - ₹1,900 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ponnai to Tambaram is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹1,900.

Is there a direct bus between Ponnai and Tambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Ponnai to Tambaram. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Arcot - Bypass and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Selaiyur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Ponnai and Tambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Ponnai to Tambaram. However, there are services departing from Katpadi Jn and arriving at Tambaram Sntrm via Chennai Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Ponnai to Tambaram?

The distance between Ponnai and Tambaram is 136 km. The road distance is 114.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ponnai to Tambaram without a car is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹1,700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Ponnai to Tambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ponnai to Tambaram bus from?

Ponnai to Tambaram bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Arcot - Bypass station.

Where do I catch the Ponnai to Tambaram train from?

Ponnai to Tambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Katpadi Jn station.

Train or bus from Ponnai to Tambaram?

The best way to get from Ponnai to Tambaram is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,100 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Ponnai to Tambaram bus arrive?

Ponnai to Tambaram bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Chennai - Selaiyur station.

Where does the Ponnai to Tambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ponnai to Tambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Ponnai to Tambaram is 115 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Ponnai to Tambaram.

Where can I stay near Tambaram?

There are 1217+ hotels available in Tambaram.

Ponnai to Tambaram - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Ponnai to Tambaram by bus (Flixbus), train, car, taxi, or bus

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Arcot - Bypass to FlixBus Chennai - Selaiyurbus FlixBus IN4314 / ...
3h 5m
₹1,225–1,666
Train via Arakkonam
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mukundarayapurm to Arakkonamtrain 06034 / ...
2. Take the train from Arakkonam to Tambaramtrain 17652 / ...
4h 47m
₹895–2,800
Train
1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Chennai Centraltrain 12602 / ...
4h 4m
₹1,087–3,077
Drive 114.9 km
1. Drive from Ponnai to Tambaramcar 114.9 km
1h 48m
₹1,292–1,866
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ponnai to Tambaramtaxi 114.9 km
1h 48m
₹2,900–3,500
Bus via Chennai, Tamil Nadu
1. Take the bus from Ranipet, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Ranipet, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
4h 17m

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Distance: 135.9 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

FlixBus India operates a bus from FlixBus Arcot - Bypass to FlixBus Chennai - Selaiyur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹230–490 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Katpadi Jn to Chennai Central hourly. Tickets cost ₹150–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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