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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Chennai is to train and fly which costs ₹25,000 - ₹85,000 and takes 13h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Chennai is to train and fly which takes 13h 50m and costs ₹25,000 - ₹85,000.

How far is it from Reading to Chennai?

The distance between Reading and Chennai is 8299 km.

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

It takes approximately 13h 50m to get from Reading to Chennai, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Reading and Chennai?

Chennai is 4h 30m ahead of Reading. It is currently 2:14 AM in Reading and 6:44 AM in Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1064+ hotels available in Chennai.

Reading to Chennai - 4 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Chennai by train or plane

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Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport
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1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane LHR - MAA
13h 50m
₹25,891–81,075
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane LGW - MAA
16h 5m
₹26,129–66,603
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane MAN - MAA
18h 25m
₹37,252–84,422
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Tirupati Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tirupati Airport (TIR)plane LHR - TIR
3. Take the train from Renigunta Jn to Peramburtrain
18h 25m
₹52,091–116,575

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

56Weekly Planes

12h 36mAverage Duration

₹23,417Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8,299.4 km
Duration: 13h 50m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Chennai, India?

There is no direct connection from Reading to Chennai. However, you can take the train to Hayes And Harlington Station, take the train to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3, walk to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) airport, fly to Chennai International Airport (MAA), walk to Trisulam, then take the line 06722 train to Chennai Park. Alternatively, you can take the train to Gatwick Airport, walk to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) airport, fly to Chennai International Airport (MAA), walk to Trisulam, then take the line 06722 train to Chennai Park.

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